Aurigny's new aircraft take shape

Wednesday 01 May 2019

The first of Aurigny's new ATRs has arrived at the 'Final Assembly Line' in Toulouse meaning the 'fog busting plane' should soon be flying to and from Guernsey.

The ATR-600 is currently sporting a distinctive green primer made up of anti-corrosive green zinc. It will remain that colour until it is painted in Aurigny's familiar livery.

The airline has decided the first new aircraft will fly under the registration G-OATR.

"It is really exciting to see the progress of the first aircraft and choosing a name is one of the many tasks we have had to complete," said Aurigny CEO Mark Darby. "We had an internal competition where staff suggested various names which were not yet used in existing aircraft. We had a great response and will still have to decide on the second two aircraft in due course.

 Pictured: Aurigny's new ATR.

"I am thrilled two of our staff suggested G-OATR and it signifies the commitment and relationship we have with the manufacturer ATR and the belief we have in them as the best fit for the type of flights we perform."

The new ATRs will be equipped with ClearVision technology including a camera in the nose of the aircraft which will relay images up to the pilot. The system is currently being certified by EASA.

Pictured top: Aurigny's new plane, to be called G-OATR.