Purolator replacing 70-year-old freighters in Canada with ATR72-500

Purolator Upgrading British Columbia Feeder Network with Modern ATR72-500s

Purolator Inc., Canada’s largest integrated parcel carrier, is upgrading its British Columbia feeder network by replacing three aging Convair freighter aircraft with three modern ATR72-500 turboprop freighters. This upgrade is part of a larger effort to improve the efficiency and reliability of Purolator’s air network.

Replacing 70-Year-Old Convair Aircraft

The three Convair 580s being replaced were manufactured in the early 1950s, making them at least 70 years old. These aging aircraft will be replaced by modern ATR72-500s, which are better suited to meet the demands of Purolator’s operations.

Improved Fuel Efficiency and Flexibility

The upgrade to ATR72-500s is expected to deliver improved fuel efficiency and more flexibility in handling diverse cargo needs. This has the potential to help Purolator expand into other markets.

Enhanced Range, Capacity, and Efficiency

According to KF Aerospace CEO Tracy Medve, “The addition of the ATR72-500F aircraft will enhance range, capacity and efficiency, ensuring that Purolator’s mission of on-time reliability is extended well into the future.”

British Columbia Feeder Network Upgrades

Purolator’s network in British Columbia connects Victoria and Nanaimo on Vancouver Island, as well as Kelowna, Kamloops, and Prince George with Purolator’s hub at Vancouver International Airport. This upgrade is part of a larger effort to improve the efficiency and reliability of Purolator’s air network.

Partnerships with Cargojet and Air Canada

Purolator partners with Cargojet, Air Canada, and other commercial airlines and regional carriers to move packages by air across the country. The upgrade to ATR72-500s is expected to enhance these partnerships and improve overall efficiency.

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