ATR has today announced that Renegade Air Limited has introduced the first ATR -500 in Kenya, on lease from Abelo, a leading turboprop aircraft lessor.
On Thursday (September 26, 2024), ATR announced that Kenyan operator Renegade Air has introduced the very first ATR -500 aircraft in Kenya, on lease from Abelo, a leading turboprop lessor. The aircraft was introduced at a special ceremony yesterday (September 25th) at Wilson Airport in Nairobi. The leased ATR -500 has been converted into a cargo configuration to meet Renegade Air’s specific needs.
In Thursday’s announcement, Renegade Air Limited’s Commercial Manager, Tasneem Kaderbhai, said,
“Our new ATR -500 cargo aircraft will be a game-changer in our fleet, bolstering our ability to provide timely and efficient air cargo services to our customers. This strategic addition underscores our commitment to meeting the evolving needs of the market, supported by two ideal partners: Abelo and ATR. This move further solidifies our position as a key player in the air cargo industry in Kenya.”
Also commenting on the ATR -500 delivery, Abelo’s Chief Marketing Officer, Mathieu Duquesnoy, said,
“We are thrilled to partner with Renegade Air in bringing the first ATR -500 aircraft to Kenya. This collaboration highlights our commitment to providing tailored leasing solutions to airlines seeking to enhance their capabilities. The conversion of this ATR aircraft into a dedicated cargo platform is a testament to its versatility, adaptability across different operational requirements, and long-term value as an asset.”
ATR’s Sales Director – EMEA, Michael Chassot, added,
“Renegade Air’s selection of the ATR -500 marks both the continuation of a successful partnership with Abelo and ATR’s comeback to Kenya – a market ATR has strong ambitions for. ATR aircraft are the ideal candidates to replace ageing fleets, bringing comfort, convenience and affordable connectivity to the Kenyan communities with state-of-the-art, ultra-efficient, low operating cost and versatile aircraft.”
With the ability to operate in hot and high environments, from unpaved runways, and remote airfields, this ATR aircraft will enhance Renegade Air’s capacity to quickly transport goods across domestic and regional routes, supporting industries such as e-commerce, pharmaceuticals and perishables. Africa is the largest market for turboprop aircraft, with over 80 of the type currently in operation.
Source: ATR
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