Spectre Cargo Solutions (US), through its Irish affiliates, has accused SpiceJet (India) of removing engines from leased Boeing 737 freighters (B737Fs) in what it claims is a breach of lease agreements. The allegations add to the ongoing challenges faced by SpiceJet regarding its leased aircraft management and operational practices.
Chisholm Enterprises, headquartered in Bahrain, has confirmed its intention to expand its fleet of Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighters) in 2025. This growth strategy includes the addition of two or three aircraft specifically for its subsidiary, Texel Air Australasia, based in New Zealand.
BBAM, a leading aircraft leasing company based in the United States, has leased a Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), identified by serial 30696, to GOL (Brazil). This freighter will be used by GOL to support logistics operations for Mercado Libre, one of Brazil’s largest e-commerce platforms.
SolitAir, a UAE-based airline, has commenced daily scheduled flights between Dubai and Riyadh as of 04 December 2024. The flights are being operated with a Boeing 737-800F, enhancing cargo connectivity between two major economic hubs in the Gulf region.
Total Linhas Aéreas, the Brazilian cargo operator, is preparing to take delivery of another Boeing 737-400 Freighter (B737-400F), identified by serial number 27674. This addition reflects Total’s ongoing efforts to expand its cargo capabilities and modernize its freighter fleet.
ST Aerospace (Guangzhou) Aviation Services has successfully completed its first A330-300P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter) conversion for EFW (Germany). The 2011-vintage A330-300, identified by serial number 1226, is powered by Trent 700 engines and is set to join the Amazon (US) fleet on lease.
Africa Charter Airline (South Africa) has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of its second Boeing B737-400F, serial 24917, demonstrating its long-term commitment to its B737C freighter fleet. This addition marks a significant milestone in the airline’s strategy to strengthen its cargo operations and meet growing demand in the African air freight market.
Malaysia Airlines has announced the extension of its partnership with MJets Air (Malaysia), appointing the carrier as its dedicated narrow-body freighter operator. This collaboration is aimed at enhancing the efficiency and capacity of MAB Kargo, the airline’s cargo division.
Uganda Airlines has received official approval from the government to proceed with its proposal to acquire two dedicated cargo freighters, a Boeing 777F and a Boeing 737-800BCF. The acquisition is part of the airline’s strategic plan to expand its services into the air cargo sector, leveraging the growing demand for freight transportation in Africa and globally.
Berniq Airways, based in Libya, is expanding its fleet with the addition of its first Airbus A330-200, bearing serial number 926. This aircraft, to be leased, marks a strategic move by the airline to strengthen its capabilities in the cargo sector.
