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By David Kaminski-Morrow2021-01-16T10:29:00+00:00
Canadian aerial firefighting specialist Conair Group has emerged as the buyer of 11 Bombardier Q400 turboprops formerly operated by UK regional carrier Flybe.
The aircraft had been the subject of a sale arranged through Skyworld Aviation, which had disclosed its appointment to market the “vintage” aircraft – dating from 2007 to 2009 – in August last year.
Conair Group says it will start receiving them this month, stating that they will be converted to Q400AT air tankers and join its firefighting fleet of 70 aircraft – which includes such types as the BAE Systems Avro RJ85 and Convair 580.
“The purchase marks the most significant investment Conair has made to date towards developing a fleet of next-generation aircraft designed to better fight wildfires for years to come,” it adds.