JSX’s first-ever turboprop aircraft arrived at the company’s Dallas headquarters on Thursday. The ATR 42 is the first of two aircraft that will launch the semi-private operator’s non-jet venture.
The aircraft will enable JSX to reach additional private terminals, fixed-base operators (FBOs), and underserved airports throughout the U.S., the carrier said at a Paris Air Show announcement back in June.
The ATR 42-600 – which will eventually be registered as N400JX – landed at Dallas Love Field on Thursday afternoon after a ferry flight from Sault Ste. Marie Airport in Canada. A company spokesperson later confirmed the delivery to AirlineGeeks.
According to Cirium Fleet Analyzer data, the aircraft is owned by lessor TrueNoord and previously operated for the now-defunct Silver Airways.
Increasing Service
According to ATR, the ATR 42-600 variant will allow JSX to access more than 1,000 additional airports in the U.S.
“The ATR-600 series will bring over 1,000 new airports into reach for JSX, expanding access to reliable public charter flights across the great United States. Many of these airports were, until now, reserved only for those who had the means to fly private,” said Alex Wilcox, JSX’s CEO, in a news release. “I am confident that our Customers will love the ATR product, not just for the variety of new routes it allows JSX to operate, but also for its quiet cabin and comfortable seating.”
JSX’s current fleet consists of 50 Embraer E135 and E145 aircraft.
The carrier agreed to acquire up to 25 ATR turboprops, including 15 ATR 42-600 and ATR 72-600 aircraft, with options for an additional 10. JSX said the aircraft will feature a 30-seat all-business-class cabin using ATR’s HighLine interior.
The first two leased aircraft are expected by the end of 2025.
