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Regional Aircraft Manufacturer ATR Reports Strong 2024 Results with 40% Growth in Aircraft Orders

Toulouse, France – ATR, the world’s leading regional aircraft manufacturer, reported its full-year results for 2024, highlighting significant growth in aircraft orders and a strong demand for its turboprops.

  • ATR secured 56 aircraft orders in 2024, a 40% increase from 2023, with 51 ATR 72 and 5 ATR 42 aircraft ordered.
  • The company’s backlog now exceeds 150 aircraft, with strong demand from Asian and Canadian operators.
  • Deliveries remained stable at 35 aircraft, with one additional unit ready for delivery.
  • Revenue reached $1.2 billion, maintaining a book-to-bill ratio above 1.
  • Nearly 100 second-hand transactions were recorded, reflecting continued market interest in ATR’s cost-effective and low-emission aircraft.
  • ATR’s customer support and services revenue grew by 15% to $480 million, building on record levels from 2023.
  • The company expects 2025 to be a year of stabilisation, as supply chain challenges persist in the first half of the year.

Statements:

Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, Chief Executive Officer of ATR said: “We worked through a challenging year in 2024 and I want to thank everyone, from our customers to my colleagues, who contributed to these results. In 2024 we doubled down on our core proposition of efficient, affordable connections. Our results show how relevant our aircraft are to our operators, and to people across the world who want to connect, sustainably.

In 2024, we delivered what we said we would. We maintained delivery rates, in tough conditions, while welcoming 16 new operators, selling 56 aircraft, offering value-added services and streamlining operations to enhance the competitiveness of our products and the profitability of our customers. This continues to give ATR solid foundations for the future, and shows that the regional market is eager to buy highly-efficient aircraft with the right economics, the right capacity, and the right performance.” 

Source: ATR
Photo Credit: ATR

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Boeing Achieves Highest Monthly Deliveries Since December 2023

Seattle, USA – Boeing delivered 45 aircraft in January 2025, surpassing Airbus, which handed over 25 planes to 17 customers during the same period. This marks Boeing’s highest monthly delivery since December 2023 and the first time it has outpaced Airbus since March 2023.

  • The 45 deliveries included 40 737 MAX jets, with major customers such as United Airlines (seven), Southwest Airlines (five), and Air Lease Corporation (three).
  • Additional deliveries included four 787 Dreamliners and one 777 Freighter.
  • Ten of the 737 MAX aircraft had been in long-term storage awaiting rework before delivery.
  • Boeing also secured 36 new orders in January 2025, consisting of 34 737 MAXs and two 777 Freighters from undisclosed customers.
  • The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has capped 737 MAX production at 38 units per month following the Alaska Airlines incident in January 2024. Boeing does not expect to reach that level until later in 2025.
  • Boeing’s production faced disruptions due to a seven-week strike in September 2024 and an additional month of safety checks before resuming full operations.

Source: Boeing and Airbus

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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – Latitude Aviation English Services

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with Henry Emery – Managing Director at Latitude Aviation English Services Ltd. – an industry leading learning management provider dedicated to the design, development and delivery of quality Aviation English language training and testing solutions.

The conversation covers:

  • Background & History: Henry Emery started his career as an English language teacher and became involved in aviation English in the early 2000s. He co-authored books on aviation English and co-founded Latitude Aviation English Services in 2013. The company provides specialized aviation language training and assessment services.
  • Latitude Aviation’s Services & Clients: Latitude offers tailored English language training and testing solutions for aviation professionals, including pilots, air traffic controllers, and flight schools. Their clients include major airlines (Emirates, Qatar Airways, Aegean Airlines), regulatory authorities (Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia), air navigation service providers, flight training academies, and other organizations (CAE, Leonardo).
  • Trends in Aviation Training & AI’s Role: Henry highlighted the growing use of virtual reality (VR) and AI in aviation training, particularly for phraseology training. While AI can assist with structured communication, it still faces challenges in assessing and training spontaneous language use.
  • Future Outlook: Latitude Aviation, like the rest of the industry, experienced challenges during COVID-19 but has seen a strong recovery. The demand for pilot training is resurging, with significant aircraft orders and growing flight school enrollments. However, Henry emphasizes the need for adaptability in an industry that remains volatile due to global events.

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Aircraft Manufacturer ATR Delivered 36 Aircraft in 2024 – Grow’s Orderbook to Over 150

France – headquartered ATR, the world’s leading regional aircraft manufacturer, announced its 2024 full-year results, with a growth trajectory driven by successful partnerships with existing and new customers.

Orders of 56 aircraft represent a 40% rise from 2023, with a mix of renewed commitments from existing operators and new customers, both airlines and lessors, exemplifying strong market demand for ATR aircraft. 51 ATR 72 and 5 ATR 42 aircraft were ordered, which brings the backlog to over 150. In 2024, Asian carriers showed significant engagement, while ATR saw new interest from Canadian operators. Additionally, the year witnessed the initial phase of the -600 series renewal.

Deliveries were in line with the level of 2023, with 35 aircraft delivered, plus one ready to deliver, meeting the guidance provided at the beginning of the year. Looking ahead, ATR expects 2025 to be another year of stabilisation, as tensions in the supply chain will remain at least during the first half of the year.

ATR delivered $1.2bn in revenues and confirmed a book-to-bill well above 1. The manufacturer also recorded almost 100 transactions on the second-hand market, demonstrating the robust demand for ATR’s cost-effective and low-emission turboprops.

Customer support and services rose by 15%, at $480m, building on a record level from 2023. This demonstrates the added benefits of ATR’s services offering, to increase cost predictability over time and offer access to mutualised resources.

“We worked through a challenging year in 2024 and I want to thank everyone, from our customers to my colleagues, who contributed to these results,” said Nathalie Tarnaud Laude, Chief Executive Officer of ATR. “In 2024 we doubled down on our core proposition of efficient, affordable connections. Our results show how relevant our aircraft are to our operators, and to people across the world who want to connect, sustainably.”

“In 2024, we delivered what we said we would. We maintained delivery rates, in tough conditions, while welcoming 16 new operators, selling 56 aircraft, offering value-added services and streamlining operations to enhance the competitiveness of our products and the profitability of our customers. This continues to give ATR solid foundations for the future, and shows that the regional market is eager to buy highly-efficient aircraft with the right economics, the right capacity, and the right performance.”

About ATR
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.

Source: ATR

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Training Aircraft Manufacturer, Piper, Delivered Nearly 300 Aircraft in 2024 – 20% Increase Over 2023

Vero Beach, Florida, USA – Piper Aircraft closed 2024 with a strong performance, delivering 291 aircraft, a nearly 20% increase over 2023, with 46 more aircraft delivered year-over-year.

A key contributor to this growth is the M700 FURY, Piper’s new 300-knot flagship aircraft, which launched in March 2024. In its first year, 46 M700 FURY aircraft were delivered, further strengthening Piper’s position in the high-performance turboprop market.

U.S. domestic deliveries totaled 217 aircraft, up 7.0% when compared to 2023. International deliveries grew by 76%, with 74 aircraft delivered, underscoring Piper’s growing global presence.

“Our continued growth, both domestically and internationally, is a testament to the strength of our product lineup and the trust our customers place in Piper. The increase in international deliveries highlights Piper’s expanding global footprint and the growing appeal of our aircraft worldwide,” said John Calcagno, President and CEO of Piper Aircraft, Inc. “With the successful introduction of the M700 FURY and tremendous growth in Archer DX trainer sales, 2024 was a milestone year for our company, with the highest delivery count in well over two decades.”

As Piper Aircraft moves into 2025, the company remains committed to delivering innovative, high-performance aircraft while expanding its reach to meet the evolving needs of owner pilots and training fleet operators worldwide.

About Piper Aircraft

Piper Aircraft Inc., headquartered in Vero Beach, Fl., offers aviators throughout the world efficient and reliable single and twin-engine aircraft and is the first general aviation aircraft manufacturer in the world to certify Garmin® Emergency Autoland. The single-engine M-Class series – the M700 FURY, M500, and M350 – offers businesses and individuals elegant performance, value and a superior ownership experience. The Personal Class Archer LX and Archer DLX balance proven performance, efficiency, and simplicity in a piston-powered aircraft. The Trainer Class Pilot 100i, Archer TX, Archer DX, and Seminole aircraft form the most complete technically advanced line of pilot training aircraft in the world. Piper is a member of the General Aviation Manufacturers Association.

About the Piper M700 FURY

The Piper M700 FURYTM certified in March of 2024 and comes standard with the HALO Safety System, featuring Garmin Emergency Autoland. This revolutionary system includes digital technology that safely lands the aircraft at the nearest suitable airport in the event that the pilot is incapacitated. Additionally, the M700 FURY G3000® avionics suite includes; Autothrottle, Emergency Descent Mode, Electronic Stability Protection (ESP™), SurfaceWatch™, SafeTaxi®, and Garmin

PlaneSync™, all of which are designed to enhance safe operation of the aircraft. Beyond the flight deck, the six-seat M700 FURY is powered by a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-52 700 SHP engine. The aircraft has a maximum cruise speed of 301ktas/557 km/hr, a max range of 1852 nm/3,430 km, and a standard useful load of 2,320 lbs/1,052 kg.

Source: Piper Aircraft
Photo Credit: Piper Aircraft

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South African Flight Training Group 43 Air School Welcomes Large January 2025 Intake of Over 38 Students

Port Alfred, South Africa – 43 Air School has welcomed over 38 new aspiring aviators in January 2025. The pilot training organisation is the largest on the African continent and is growing its flight training operations including expanding its flight instructor team.

In 2025 it has announced job openings for flight instructors with a competitive sign-on bonus of R50,000 to R80,000 (approx. USD $2.7-4.4k). The recruitment drive aims to attract experienced instructors to support the academy’s expanding pilot training operations.

  • Flight instructors selected for the role will receive a sign-on bonus ranging from R50,000 to R80,000, subject to terms and conditions.
  • 43 Air School will provide relocation assistance

Source: 43 Air School
Photo Credit: 43 Air School

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Airbus Announces Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries for the Month of January 2025

In January 2025, European aircraft manufacturer Airbus:

  • Delivered 25 aircraft to 17 customers
    • 3 A220-300
    • 2 A319neo
    • 7 A320neo
    • 11 A321neo
    • 1 A350-900
    • 1 A350-1000
  • Secured 55 orders
    • 25 A320neo
    • 1 A321neo
    • 10 A330-900
    • 8 A350F
    • 6 A350-900
    • 5 A350-1000
  • Year to date Airbus has delivered 25 aircraft to 17 customers.

In January 2024, Airbus reported 30 aircraft deliveries and 31 aircraft orders.

See last year’s stats here.

AFM Team Note – kindly contact us for a detailed Excel breakdown of orders and deliveries by airline.

Source: Airbus
Photo Credit: Airbus

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