JAL Launches First Dedicated Freighter for DHL Express, Expanding Cargo Operations
Japan Airlines (JAL) is set to debut its first dedicated freighter, servicing international routes for DHL Express from Tokyo Narita… Read More »
Kalitta Charters II Set to Phase Out Boeing 727s in 2024, Shifting to All-737 Freighter Fleet
Kalitta Charters II, based in Detroit Willow Run, is preparing to bid farewell to its final two Boeing 727-200F aircraft… Read More »
Airline and Airport News In Brief
The week of December 18, 2023, saw several significant developments in the airline industry, highlighting new routes and partnerships. DHL… Read More »
Kenya Airways Embarks on New Chapter with 737-800F Operations Starting Early 2024
In a strategic move, Kenya Airways is set to launch its brand-new Boeing 737-800F freighter operations on January 15, 2024…. Read More »
Sideral Linhas Aéreas Targets 777-200LRFs for Brazil-China Cargo Charters
Sideral Linhas Aéreas, based in Curitiba International, has set its sights on expanding its cargo capabilities with the addition of… Read More »
Discovery Jets Expands Operations with First Beech 1900D Freighter
Discovery Jets, based at Fort Lauderdale Executive, has ventured into ad-hoc cargo operations with the addition of its first Beech… Read More »
Air China Cargo Boosts Fleet with Inaugural A330-200 Freighter
Air China Cargo has expanded its fleet with the delivery of its first A330-200P2F passenger-to-freighter aircraft on December 15. The… Read More »
Boeing Soars in November with a Surge in Aircraft Deliveries
Boeing has made a significant recovery in its aircraft deliveries for November 2023, marking a robust rebound from earlier setbacks…. Read More »
Turkish Airlines to Purchase 220 Additional Aircraft from Airbus
Airbus announced on Friday, December 15, that Turkish Airlines, Turkey’s national carrier, is set to expand its fleet with an… Read More »
Swiftair Boosts Fleet Efficiency: Secures Lease for Two A321-200P2F Aircraft
Madrid-based Swiftair is set to enhance its cargo capabilities with the addition of two converted A321-200(P2F) freighter aircraft. The Spanish… Read More »
Airbus A300 Beluga Transport Obtains AOC, Seeks US Charter Permit
Airbus Beluga Transport has achieved its Air Operator’s Certificate on November 13, 2023, marking a significant milestone for the French… Read More »
Volga-Dnepr Airlines Initiates Lawsuit Against Canada Over Sanctions Impact on An-124 Freighter
Russia’s Volga-Dnepr Airlines has filed a lawsuit against the Canadian government challenging sanctions imposed on the airline, a move that… Read More »
Cathay Pacific Boosts Cargo Fleet with Airbus A350F Order and Options for 20 More
Cathay Pacific (CX), the Hong Kong-based airline, has expanded its cargo fleet with a firm order for six Airbus A350… Read More »
Atlas Air and Repsol Pave the Way for Sustainable Aviation in Europe
Atlas Air, in a landmark initiative, has commenced the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for all its flights from… Read More »
UPS to Launch Groundbreaking Automated Cargo Hub at Hong Kong International Airport
(UPS) is on the brink of a significant expansion in Asia, with plans to build an innovative automated cargo hub… Read More »
US Air Force Explores New Horizons with Commercial Tankers in ‘Commando Sling’ Exercise
The US Air Force has achieved a significant milestone in air-to-air refueling by employing commercial tankers for the first time… Read More »
UPS Terminates 35 Newly Organized U.S. Workers, Prompting Teamsters Union Response
The Teamsters union, representing U.S. workers at United Parcel Service, has raised concerns over the recent termination of around 35… Read More »
Japan Airlines to Start 767 Freighter Operations in Mid 2024
Japan Airlines (JAL) is gearing up to launch dedicated freighter operations with B767-300ER(BCF) aircraft from February 19, 2024, subject to… Read More »
Uganda Air Cargo Plans Revival with $266 Million Recapitalization
Uganda Air Cargo (UCC), a subsidiary of the National Enterprise Corporation (NEC) under Uganda People’s Defence Force (UPDF) control, is… Read More »
Cathay Pacific Leaning Towards Airbus for Potential A350F Order
Cathay Pacific (CX), the world’s fifth-largest cargo airline, is reportedly favoring Airbus over Boeing as it contemplates an upcoming freighter… Read More »
Air T Secures $4 Million Investment to Fuel Expansion of Mountain Air Cargo and Lease Operations
Air T, the aviation holding company, has successfully raised $4 million through trust preferred securities, earmarked to bolster the working… Read More »
Atlas Air Takes Delivery of New Boeing 777 Freighter for MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
Atlas Air has recently taken delivery of a new Boeing 777-200LRF Freighter, marking a significant step in its partnership with… Read More »