ATR and Fly91 Sign New Eight-Year Global Maintenance Agreement

Enhanced partnership supports the Indian startup’s rapid fleet expansion and long-term cost visibility 

Hyderabad, 29 January 2026 – ATR and Fly91, one of India’s newest regional carriers, have signed an eight‑year Global Maintenance Agreement (GMA), reinforcing the strong collaboration established since the airline’s launch in 2024. Fly91 currently operates four ATR 72‑600s, with two more arriving in early 2026, and the extended agreement is designed to support this next phase of growth as the airline expands its fleet. 

Fly91 has been a GMA customer since May 2024, benefitting from a comprehensive suite of support services including Lease Stock, Standard Exchange and Repair of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), as well as propeller availability and maintenance services. After almost two years of operations, and with aircraft utilisation exceeding 2,500 flight hours per year, the airline has decided to update the scope of its agreement to secure long‑term cost visibility and operational performance as its fleet expands. 

Manoj Chacko, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Fly91, said: “The last 22 months of operations has demonstrated the importance of having a dependable maintenance partner. ATR’s GMA has been instrumental in keeping our aircraft flying reliably, even amid global supply chain constraints. As a lean and cost‑focused start‑up, the visibility the GMA provides on future maintenance costs is critical for us. In our environment, it’s not just about operating the right aircraft, but about ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards so we can deliver the reliable service our passengers expect.” 

Stefano Marazzani, Senior Vice President Customer Support and Services of ATR , added: “We are delighted to strengthen our partnership with Fly91 as they prepare for their next phase of growth. As the aircraft manufacturer, ATR is uniquely positioned to provide comprehensive maintenance solutions that ensure the highest levels of fleet availability, operational reliability and long‑term sustainability for operators. The Global Maintenance Agreement delivers this value consistently, while also offering an ambitious airline like Fly91 the crucial benefit of cost visibility and control needed to scale operations smoothly. We are proud to stand alongside them as their network and fleet continue to grow.” 

Building on Fly91’s confidence in ATR’s support, this renewed partnership also reflects the wider momentum of regional aviation in India. As the country continues strengthening air links between smaller cities, turboprops are increasingly recognised as the most efficient way to open new routes and extend connectivity. A large share of India’s inter‑city travel happens on distances ideally suited to turboprops, and many communities are gaining access to air travel for the first time as the airport network expands. In this fast‑evolving landscape, long‑term, cost‑predictable maintenance solutions like the ATR GMA will play an essential role in supporting operators such as Fly91 as they help shape the next chapter of India’s regional mobility. 

ABOUT FLY91 

FLY91 (Just Udo Aviation Private Limited) is a pure play regional airline headquartered in Goa, that strives to enhance air connectivity across tier 2 and tier 3 cities in India. Founded by industry veterans and backed by professional funding, FLY91 is committed to enhance last mile air connectivity and will connect over 50 cities across India in the next five years. As part of this plan, FLY91 will induct 30 aircraft into its fleet which will be based at multiple hubs across the country. This vision is reflected in its selection of ATR 72-600 aircraft, which is a robust & established choice for safe, efficient and sustainable operations for regional airlines globally. For more information, please refer to www.fly91.in. 

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