FedEx Express, a major US-based cargo airline, has officially joined the Latin American and Caribbean Air Transport Association (ALTA) as an associate member. This new membership enables FedEx to engage closely with ALTA’s extensive network, which includes airlines and aviation-related companies throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. The move reflects FedEx’s commitment to strengthening its partnerships within the Latin…
LATAM Airlines Group, based in Chile, has sold one of its Boeing 767-300F freighters, serial 30780, to Jetran (US), beginning a planned reduction of its freighter fleet. This transaction represents the first of three B767-300F units that LATAM intends to remove, reflecting an adjustment in its fleet strategy to optimize operations and asset management.
Avianca Cargo and Turkish Cargo have teamed up to launch a new cargo service on the Liege-Miami-Liege route, with operations beginning on November 3, 2024. This partnership connects Liege, a major European logistics hub, with Miami, a key entry point for cargo into the Americas. By linking these strategic locations, Avianca Cargo and Turkish Cargo aim to enhance air cargo connectivity between…
FlyKhiva, an emerging airline based in Uzbekistan, is preparing to commence domestic operations from Tashkent to five major Uzbek cities in December 2024. To support this expansion, the carrier has secured two Boeing 757 aircraft on lease from Icelandair. These B757s will enable FlyKhiva to cover regional routes effectively, offering passengers enhanced connectivity within Uzbekistan. This move signals FlyKhiva’s intent to establish…
Levu Air Cargo, a Brazilian air cargo carrier, has achieved a major milestone by obtaining its Air Operator Certificate (AOC). This certification allows Levu Air Cargo to legally operate flights within Brazil and marks an important step in the company’s growth strategy. As it moves forward, the airline is now preparing to take delivery of its second…
AirBridgeCargo, a major Russian cargo airline, has had its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) suspended by Rosaviatsia, Russia’s Federal Air Transport Agency. The suspension follows a prolonged halt in operations, as AirBridgeCargo has not conducted any flights since March 2022. This development effectively grounds the airline, preventing it from resuming operations until the AOC is reinstated. The suspension reflects Rosaviatsia’s…
ABX Air has recently commenced operations with the 10th Boeing 767-300F aircraft in its fleet for Amazon. This specific aircraft, previously managed by Atlas Air, has been repositioned to ABX Air as part of Amazon’s strategy to expand its dedicated air cargo network in the United States. By integrating this aircraft into ABX Air’s operations, Amazon aims to bolster its…
Azul Cargo Express, the cargo division of Azul Airlines in Brazil, has bolstered its fleet with the arrival of its second A321P2F (Passenger to Freighter) aircraft, serial number 2759. Leased from AerCap, an Ireland-based global leader in aviation leasing, this newly converted freighter is scheduled to enter service by February 2025. The A321P2F offers a robust and flexible solution for Azul Cargo Express…
Asiana Airlines, a major carrier based in South Korea, has expanded its cargo fleet with the addition of a Boeing 747-400F, serial number 30765. This new freighter is equipped with CF6-80C2B1F engines, manufactured by General Electric, known for their reliability and performance in long-haul freight operations. The B747-400F will bolster Asiana’s cargo capacity, supporting the airline’s logistics network across Asia and…
Kalitta Air, a prominent US-based cargo airline, has taken delivery of a B777F, serial number 35608, as part of a lease agreement with DAE Capital (UAE). This delivery marks the first of three B777F freighters that Kalitta Air will lease from DAE Capital, strengthening its capacity for long-haul cargo operations.
