(31 Oct 2021)
Air Saint-Pierre today took delivery of a new ATR
42-600 aircraft.
Air Saint-Pierre is based in Saint-Pierre and
Miquelon, a French overseas collectivity of around around 6,300
inhabitants.
The airline operates scheduled services between
the islands of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon-Langlade and to Canada.
Its main base is Saint-Pierre Airport, from which it serves five
destinations. In addition to the collectivity's other airport,
Miquelon Airport, it serves five airports in Canada.
The new aircraft will
replace the airline’s existing ATR 42-500 which has been in
operation since 2009. Air Saint-Pierre also operates a
Reims-Cessna F406 on inter-island services.
Benoît Olano, Chief Executive Officer of Air
Saint-Pierre, said, “We are looking forward to starting operations
with our new ATR aircraft. We have been flying ATR since 1994,
starting with an ATR 42‑320, and the turboprop’s unique
capabilities and continuous improvement have made it the ideal
aircraft for our operations over the years. We will continue to
provide to the people of Saint-Pierre and Miquelon the
connectivity they need, along with greater comfort, whilst
limiting our impact on the environment.”
The ATR ‑600’s proven
ability to operate effectively in windy conditions is vital for
Air Saint-Pierre. The -600 series can take-off and land in cross
wind conditions of 45 knots, an unique capability which enables the
airline to offer reliable air services to its communities.
ATR Chief Executive Officer, Stefano Bortoli,
said, “There is nothing more satisfying than seeing a loyal
customer upgrade its fleet. Delivering regional connectivity in
the challenging operational conditions of Saint‑Pierre and
Miquelon and its neighbouring islands takes a special aircraft and
the ATR 42-600 is the perfect fit. The airline’s operations are
vital for the archipelago’s communities and we are truly glad to
see our aircraft once again accomplish what they have been
designed for: to connect people and places responsibly, no matter
how remote.”
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