Cabo Verde receives new ATR 72-600 aircraft
The new plane will improve inter-island travel and operational stability for the airline.
Cabo Verde received a new ATR 72-600 aircraft, presented at the Nelson Mandela International Airport in Praia. The new plane, acquired new, is intended to strengthen inter-island air links.
Manuel Lima, president of LACV, stated that the new aircraft is part of a contract for two units, with a fourth expected in December. He explained that operating with four aircraft will lead to greater operational stability and reduce service interruptions.
The new ATR 72-600 features improvements in maintenance, performance, fuel consumption, and baggage capacity compared to the previous model. The airline expects the aircraft to begin operations soon, pending administrative procedures.
Why it mattersThe new aircraft aims to ensure that the archipelago's insularity does not hinder development, family unity, and socio-economic cohesion.