ATR secured 56 new orders for its turboprops in 2024
ATR, the regional turboprop aircraft manufacturer controlled by Airbus and Leonardo, announced significant sales growth in 2024, surpassing its 2023 performance.
The company secured 56 orders in 2024, a substantial increase compared to the 40 orders received in 2023. There were 51 ATR 72s and five ATR 42s.
Deliveries also saw a boost, with ATR handing over 35 aircraft in 2024, one less than in 2023. This achievement comes despite ongoing supply chain challenges impacting the aerospace industry.
“These results demonstrate the continued relevance of turboprop technology and ATR’s position in the regional aviation market,” said Nathalie Laude, ATR’s CEO.
The company highlighted the strength of its performance in both the Asian and Canadian markets, which contributed significantly to the order book.
ATR also noted its book-to-bill ratio remained above one, indicating healthy demand for its aircraft.
Revision of plans
ATR also said it now has 16 more customers, including new and pre-owned aircraft operators.
The result comes amid changes in its future plans. The company abandoned the short takeoff and landing variant project, claiming that the market had changed, making the model unattractive.
According to Flight Global, ATR also postponed the potential entry into service of the ATR Evo, a hybrid-electric version that is under study since 2022.
Previously scheduled for 2030, the new turboprop capable of significantly reducing pollutant emissions is only expected to be ready around 2035.
Like Airbus, the Italian-French manufacturer claimed that a hybrid-electric engine will not be ready in the time previously planned.
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