Is India's Most Ignored Aviation Market Finally Getting Its Moment?
Regional carrier Fly91 has placed an order for 40 ATR-72 turboprop aircraft — one of the largest orders for the type in recent times — as the airline looks to dramatically expand connectivity to smaller towns and cities across India that have long been bypassed by larger commercial jets, according to people aware of the development.At list price, the deal is valued at more than $1 billion, though airlines typically secure substantial discounts on orders of this scale. Spokespeople for both Fly91 and aircraft manufacturer ATR did not respond to queries seeking official confirmation.Doubling the Fleet, Expanding the MapThe order represents ...
