Rise Air Orders Fourth New ATR 72-600 from DAE

Rise Air has ordered another new ATR 72-600 aircraft as part of its ongoing fleet renewal program, with the aircraft scheduled for delivery at the end of 2026 and entry into service in early 2027.

The 68-seat turboprop will be leased from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) and will become the fourth new ATR 72-600 in the Saskatchewan-based carrier’s fleet. Certified for gravel runway operations, the aircraft will support workforce transportation contracts, charter services and scheduled operations across northern Canada.

Rise Air said the latest acquisition builds on more than US$160 million invested in fleet modernization over the past four years. The airline added that the three ATR 72-600s introduced earlier in 2026 have met expectations for operational performance, passenger experience and manufacturer support.

Powered by Pratt & Whitney Canada PW127XT engines, the ATR 72-600 offers improved fuel efficiency, lower maintenance costs and reduced emissions compared with older regional aircraft, while its short-field and unpaved runway capabilities make it well suited for remote communities and industrial sites across northern Canada.