Class Two Transaction

Dart Group PLC
3 May 2002


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                             3 May 2002


                                 Dart Group PLC

                               CLASS 2 TRANSACTION


Dart Group PLC today announces that it has exchanged contracts for the purchase
of four Boeing 737-300 aircraft.  These aircraft were formerly operated by the
Australian airline, Ansett, since new.  They will be used to increase the
capacity of the Group's B737 fleet of aircraft currently serving both the cargo
and premium passenger market places.

The consideration will be satisfied from both new and existing bank facilities.

The new aircraft are expected to make a positive contribution to the long-term
profitability of the Group from the 2003/04 financial year onwards.

Trading for the second half of the year ended 31st March, 2002 was satisfactory
and it is anticipated that the results due to be announced on 20th June, 2002
will be in line with current market expectations.



Contacts:

     Philip Meeson                       Mike Forder
     Chairman and Chief Executive        Group Finance Director

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