Cambodia Angkor Air Expands Fleet with Three ATR 72-600
New Aircraft to Enhance Cambodia Angkor Air’s Domestic and International Services
Toulouse, 10 December 2024 – ATR, the world’s leading manufacturer of regional aircraft, announced today the addition of three ATR 72-600 aircraft to the fleet of Cambodia Angkor Air (which will change its name to Air Cambodia as of January 1, 2025), the country’s national carrier. These aircraft, purchased by HNCAL (HNCA Aviation Financial Leasing Co., Ltd.), a prominent Chinese lessor and subsidiary of HNCA (Henan Civil Aviation Development & Investment Group Co., Ltd), are leased to Cambodia Angkor Air, supporting the airline’s strategy to bolster both domestic and regional routes in Cambodia. Deliveries are scheduled in 2025.
This agreement not only strengthens Sino-Cambodian aviation ties, it also reinforces Cambodia Angkor Air’s commitment to expanding its fleet and highlights the ATR 72-600’s role in connecting key tourism destinations and improving transport infrastructure within Cambodia. The ATR fleet expansion aligns with the Cambodian government’s plans to develop additional airports and promote regional air connectivity, particularly through high-demand routes that ensure efficient and reliable travel.
Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, Chief Executive Officer at ATR, commented: “Our partnership with Cambodia Angkor Air and HNCA is a testament to ATR’s dedication to providing advanced, efficient, and low-emission aircraft that are well-suited to the unique demands of regional markets. The ATR 72-600 will allow Cambodia Angkor Air to enhance its domestic services and strengthen links across South-East Asia, ensuring connectivity for people and businesses alike.”
Mr. Zhan David, Vice Chairman and CEO of Cambodia Angkor Air (K6), added: “Today marks a significant milestone for Cambodia Angkor Air as we expand our fleet with the addition of three ATR 72-600. This partnership with ATR and HNCA underscores our commitment to providing our passengers with reliable and modern air travel options. We are excited about the opportunities this new fleet will bring, enhancing our connectivity both domestically and internationally while supporting the growth of the Cambodian aviation industry.”
By enhancing Cambodia Angkor Air’s capacity, ATR strengthens its footprint in the Asian market, bringing advanced and versatile aircraft that meet the needs of evolving regional networks. This expansion paves the way for increased domestic traffic and connectivity, key priorities for both ATR and Cambodia Angkor Air.
ABOUT CAMBODIA ANGKOR AIR
Cambodia Angkor Air, the national flag carrier of Cambodia, offers both domestic and international flights across Southeast Asia. With a commitment to service excellence and network expansion, Cambodia Angkor Air plays a central role in supporting tourism and economic development within Cambodia.
ABOUT HNCAL
HNCAL (HNCA Aviation Financial Leasing Co., Ltd) is a leading Chinese lessor and a state-owned enterprise under Henan Civil Aviation Development & Investment Co., Ltd (HNCA), HNCAL is committed to advancing aviation infrastructure through strategic investments that facilitate economic and cultural exchange.
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ATR is the world number one regional aircraft manufacturer with its ATR 42 and 72, the best-selling aircraft in the below 90-seat market segment. The unifying vision of the company is to accelerate sustainable connections for people, communities and businesses, no matter how remote. Flown by some 200 airlines in over 100 countries, ATR aircraft opened 160 new routes in 2023, facilitating the development of territories and enabling access to crucial services like healthcare and education. Thanks to ATR’s focus on continuous innovation and the intrinsic efficiency of the turboprop technology, ATR aircraft are the most advanced, versatile, cost-effective and lowest-emission regional aircraft on the market, emitting 45% less CO2 than similar-size regional jets. In January 2022, we flew the first ever commercial aircraft using 100% SAF in both engines. ATR is a joint-venture between Airbus and Leonardo.