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2026
2 July

ReleaseSafran inaugurates new electrical wiring factory in Chihuahua, Mexico

1 April

EU and India deepen cooperation through EASA-DGCA production alignment

A European regulatory arrangement supports helicopter assembly in India, strengthening safety standards and industrial alignment for both regions.

18 February

ReleaseATR reports strong 2025 demand, prepares 2026 ramp-up

5 February

ReleaseAmphibian Aerospace Industries and Apogee Aerospace forge strategic collaboration to advance amphibious aviation in India with Albatross 2.0

20 January

ReleaseMultiple disciplines, one flight path towards the next generation of ultra-efficient regional aircraft

2025
9 December

ReleaseSafran unveils new facility in Singapore for the production and maintenance of aerospace electrical systems

4 November

ReleaseSOLiTHOR and MODABAT consortium secure EU Clean Aviation grant to advance solid-state battery systems for hybrid electric aircraft

18 September

ReleaseATR sees demand for 300 aircraft in the U.S.

9 September

ReleaseClean Aviation selects ATR to lead the future of low-emission regional flight

9 September

ReleaseClean Aviation grant propels Ascendance with the L.I.M.E consortium to the forefront of Europe’s race for sustainable aviation

9 September

Release€945 million for new clean aviation initiatives: 12 groundbreaking projects selected

16 June

ReleaseATR and RTX's Pratt & Whitney Canada collaborate on propulsion technology to advance next-generation regional turboprops

20 March The BYA-1’s hydrogen fuel cell stack capacity has been increased to 2.4MW.

Beyond Aero advances hydrogen-electric jet design for certification

The BYA-1 features a refined fuel cell system, enhanced safety measures, and reduced operating costs to support sustainable business aviation.

2024
19 December EPI will be a key player in the manufacturing of metallic components for ATR72 and ATR42 aircraft.

Airbus Atlantic commits to EPI for metallic ATR components

The deal positions EPI as a key player in the manufacturing of metallic components for ATR72 and ATR42 aircraft, meeting Airbus Atlantic’s rigorous requirements, standards and targets.

13 November

ReleaseATR reinstates core business focus

2023
6 June

ReleaseATR targets high-end markets with new cabin collection

2 March New test benches will be used to validate newly developed ATR avionics systems that allow for optimised aircraft approach capabilities.

ATR invests in avionics test benches with simulation

The ALYSA solution deployed in the ATR system is based on experience gained by Hensoldt Nexeya France with validation of fly-by-wire technologies (electronic aircraft control) for various aircraft manufacturers.

2 March

ReleaseCollins Aerospace to lead the development of thermoplastics for liquid hydrogen tanks

9 February

ReleasePratt & Whitney Canada and ATR combine efforts to achieve 100% sustainable aviation fuel readiness for PW127-powered ATR aircraft

2022
1 November

ReleaseTriumph receives first full production Auto Feather Unit order

18 May

ReleaseATR paves way for next generation of its best-selling aircraft

11 May

ReleaseATR 42-600S STOL takes flight in its partial configuration

2021
17 November The PW127XT-M engine is purpose-built for ATR 42/72 aircraft.

ATR42/72 gains enhanced engine with less maintenance

The PW127XT-M engine builds on the existing PW127M, with a three per cent improvement in fuel efficiency. It is certified for up to a 50% sustainable aviation fuel blend.

12 May

ReleaseATR 42-600S moves from design to industrialisation

2020
22 September The ATR 72-600F takes off from Saint Martin for its first flight.

ATR makes first flight with factory-built freighter

The ATR72-600F is breaking new ground as a regional aircraft factory-built specifically as a freighter. A large cargo door, the latest avionics and standard container capacity should ensure commercial success.

2019
9 October

ReleaseA brand new addition to the ATR aircraft family - the ATR 42-600S

2018
7 June

ReleaseLeonardo delivers 1,500th fuselage to ATR

2017
24 October

ReleaseATR offers new Vibration Monitoring System

11 July

ReleaseATR obtains EASA certification for the new Standard 3 avionics for the ATR -600 series

20 June

ReleaseATR selects Liebherr-Aerospace for new generation air management system

4 April

ReleaseATR signs contract with Geven for new passenger seats

3 February

ReleaseFirst ATR biofuel flight

2016
24 October

ReleaseMeggitt secures contract from ATR for next-generation monitoring

12 April

ReleaseATR expands its seat offer with Expliseat

26 February

ReleaseATR performs Clean Sky's 'All Electrical Aircraft' flight test campaign

2015
13 December

ReleaseATR receives EASA certification for high-density cabin layout

15 October

ReleaseATR passenger-cargo "combi" model receives EASA certification

2014
14 July

ReleaseATR selects ACSS's ADS-B Out transponder for ATR 42/72-600

2013
29 April

ReleaseATR -600 aircraft, certified by the FAA

2012
19 June

ReleaseThe ATR 42-600, certified by EASA

27 January

ReleaseAlenia Aermacchi: the 1000th ATR fuselage completed in Pomigliano d'Arco

2011
6 June

ReleaseNew Thales avionics on board the ATR 72-600

31 May

ReleaseThe ATR 72-600 receives EASA certification

2010
9 July

ReleaseATR and Giugiaro Design unveil partnership for the ATR '-600 series' cabin development

2009
2 October

ReleaseATR presents the first ATR '-600 series' aircraft

28 August

ReleaseATR to present first ATR '-600 series' aircraft on October 1st

15 June

ReleaseEsterline CMC Electronics' PilotView® EFB receives EASA certification

12 March

ReleaseBarco secures avionics deal for ATR regional airliner

23 January

ReleaseATR registers record turnover in 2008 with US $1.3 billion

2008
19 December

ReleaseATR starts ground tests of the '600 Series'