New Carrier Expands Fleet Amid Plans For Regional Network Growth
Korean regional airline SUM Air has placed an order for up to eight ATR72-600 aircraft, with deliveries set to start from 2028. The deal was signed during the state visit of French president Emmanuel Macron to Seoul. SUM Air, which launched scheduled operations just days prior with a leased ATR72-600, plans to develop its network within Korea and link with neighboring China and Japan. The airline has mentioned plans to serve several islands surrounding the Korean peninsula, with potential new destinations including Ulleungdo, Heuksando, and Baengnyeongdo. This development was first reported by AeroTime.