(Trinidad Guardian) Caribbean Airlines (CAL) received its third ATR 72-600 aircraft on Friday. The new plane is configured with 68 seats and is equipped with a higher standard of comfort, including in-flight entertainment. With the arrival of the new ATR 72-600, CAL will be able to increase capacity on the airbridge, offering customers more travel options and flexibility between Trinidad and Tobago. This aircraft joins the other two ATRs already on the domestic route, where they have been proving their operational efficiency.
Commenting on the arrival, CAL’s acting chief executive officer Robert Corbie said, “The arrival of this third ATR is a significant milestone, as CAL moves toward a streamlined fleet of turbo-prop, narrow-body and wide-body aircraft. With this eventual streamlining, we will see increased efficiency in the utilisation of flight crew and maintenance resources.”
Chairman Rabindra Moonan underscored the value of the investment: “While any aircraft acquisition is not a simple process, this represents the deep commitment to viable connectivity for Tobago and the many citizens that rely on the airbridge for their inter-island transport.
“Additionally, the efficiency of the airbridge is a major factor in growing local and international tourism airlift into the sister isle. CAL continues to work closely with our industry partners to build the tourism plant and generate revenues for local reinvestment.”
