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30th March 2020
Silver Airways has taken delivery of three ATR-600 series aircraft as it looks to expand its fleet.
The company intends to take delivery and begin operating five more ATR-42-600s in 2019.
Furthermore, and subject to regulatory approval, the airline is planning to take delivery of at least three ATR-72-600s this year.
All of the initial 20 aircraft are expected to be in service by 2020.
The new aircraft are allowing Silver to expand its service in the Southeastern United States, the Bahamas and the Caribbean. By initially introducing the mission-specific ATR-42-600 aircraft, with seating for 46.
Silver Airways and Seaborne Airlines CEO Steve Rossum commented: “The new ATR-600 series aircraft will be transformational for Silver Airways and is ideal for our short-haul domestic and nearby international operations. The state-of-the art aircraft allows for a safe, highly reliable and efficient fleet operation and a superior overall experience for our guests.”