At the Farnborough Air Show 2024, ATR showcased the Braathens Regional Airlines ATR 72-600 on static display.
The Swedish carrier offered the aircraft to the European planemaker to showcase some interesting aspects.
Without further ado, let’s get into it…
Onboard The Braathens Regional Airlines ATR 72-600 at the Farnborough Air Show 2024…
SE-MKM is the Braathens Regional Airlines ATR 72-600 that was on display at the Farnborough Air Show 2024 this week.
As per data from Planespotters.net, SE-MKM is a 4.6 year old airframe that was delivered to the airline in January 2020.
The carrier has 14 units of the type in their fleet, with an average fleet age of 7.2 years.
Furthermore, the aircraft typically seats 72 passengers in an all-economy layout.
However, under the ATR display, the seats have been fitted for both economy but also for the Premium setting.
Below is some imagery from inside and the outside of the aircraft:
Under the Premium offering placed on the Braathens Regional Airlines ATR 72-600 at the Farnborough Air Show 2024, there is some insight to it.
Moreover, it is understood that the manufacturer has been targeting customers or operators who have been operating the following flights:
- All Premium-class cabin operators.
- Operators who perform charter flights for sports and other events.
ATR did confirm to AviationSource that the aircraft can be configured easily within a matter of hours.
Overall, it ultimately underscores the flexibility that they aim to offer to operators and prospective customers.
Overall Thoughts…
In conclusion, the product offering on the ATR 72-600 is definitely interesting.
Furthermore, it is also insightful to see what developments they continue to work on with this legendary regional aircraft.
Looking ahead, all eyes will be on whether any additional orders are revealed by the manufacturer this year.
But for now, ATR can definitely walk away from this week with a good sense of optimism in what they are working on.
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