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Texel Air Australasia Gains EDTO 120 Certification for Boeing 737-800BCF in New Zealand

Texel Air Australasia, a New Zealand-based cargo airline, has received certification approval from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) of New Zealand for Extended Diversion Time Operations (EDTO) 120 flights with its Boeing 737-800BCF. This certification allows Texel Air Australasia to operate with extended range capabilities, enhancing the airline’s ability to conduct longer-distance flights with the…

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Lufthansa Cityline to Transfer Four A321P2F Aircraft to Lufthansa Cargo

Lufthansa Cityline, a regional airline within the Lufthansa Group based in Germany, has announced plans to transfer its four Airbus A321P2F aircraft to Lufthansa Cargo, the cargo-focused division of the group. This move aims to bolster Lufthansa Cargo’s capacity to meet increasing demand for air freight services, particularly in the European market.

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BBN Airlines Indonesia Expands Fleet with First Boeing 737-400F

BBN Airlines Indonesia has taken delivery of its first Boeing 737-400F, a freighter aircraft designed to support the airline’s cargo expansion strategy. The aircraft, serial number 26302, arrives on lease and is equipped with CFM56-3C1 engines, marking a significant milestone for the airline as it enters the dedicated cargo market.

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Swiftair Expands Fleet with Leased Airbus A321P2F Equipped with V2533-A5 Engines

Swiftair, a Spanish airline known for its cargo and charter services, has enhanced its fleet with the addition of an Airbus A321P2F, serial number 3964. This freighter aircraft, leased and powered by V2533-A5 engines, will support Swiftair’s expanding cargo operations across Europe.

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SkyTaxi Adds Boeing 767-300BDSF to Fleet with CF6-80C2B6F Engines

SkyTaxi, a Polish-based airline specializing in cargo and charter services, has expanded its operational capacity with the addition of a Boeing 767-300BDSF, serial number 25121. This aircraft, powered by CF6-80C2B6F engines, comes on lease, supporting SkyTaxi’s mission to serve the growing demand for cargo transport in Europe and beyond.

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Kalitta Air Receives First Boeing 777-300ERSF for Expanded Cargo Operations

Kalitta Air, a major U.S.-based cargo carrier, has expanded its long-haul capabilities with the delivery of its first Boeing 777-300ERSF, serial number 32785. This aircraft, known as “The Big Twin” in the cargo industry, has been leased and is powered by GE90-115B engines. The conversion from a passenger to a freighter aircraft was completed by…

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TAAG Angola Considers Expanding Fleet with Additional B737-800BCF and Widebody Freighter

TAAG Angola Airlines is evaluating the addition of a second Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter) and potentially a widebody freighter as it seeks to meet the growing demand for air cargo transport across Africa and beyond. This prospective fleet expansion would enhance TAAG’s capacity to handle increased cargo volumes on regional routes while also supporting…

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JD Airlines Takes Delivery of B737-800BCF for Expanding Cargo Fleet

JD Airlines, a growing player in China’s cargo aviation market, has taken delivery of a Boeing 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), serial number 30697. Leased and equipped with CFM56-7B26 engines, this freighter addition aligns with JD Airlines’ strategy to expand its air cargo capabilities amidst increasing demand for air freight services across China. The B737-800BCF is…

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Raya Airways Launches Penang–Hong Kong Cargo Route

Raya Airways has launched a new cargo service connecting Penang International Airport and Hong Kong, with the inaugural flight taking off on October 28, 2024. This service will run five times per week, utilizing A321-200(PCF) freighter aircraft to meet the high demand for express freight across Southeast Asia. The Penang-Hong Kong route is part of…

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Udi Sharon Appointed CEO of Challenge Airlines IL

Challenge Group has appointed Udi Sharon as the new CEO of Challenge Airlines IL. Sharon brings extensive experience from Israel’s logistics and airfreight sectors and joins Challenge Group’s senior management team to enhance the airline’s local and international operations.