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Astral Aviation Revises Fleet Strategy, Plans New Freighter Additions

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Astral Aviation, based in Kenya, is undertaking significant changes to its cargo fleet. The airline has decided to phase out its B757 Freighters, B727-200 Freighters, and DC9 Freighters as part of a broader strategy to modernize and streamline its operations. This move is aligned with the airline’s focus on enhancing operational efficiency and reducing environmental impact.

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Mammoth Freighters Eyes Asian MRO Facilities for B777 Conversion Programs

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Mammoth Freighters, a US-based company specializing in aircraft conversions, is actively exploring Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facilities across Asia as potential sites to expand its B777 freighter conversion programs. These programs include the B777-300ERMF (Extended Range Main Deck Freighter) and the B777-200LRMF (Long Range Main Deck Freighter), both of which are pivotal to the company’s growth strategy in…

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Stratos Delivers A330-300P2F to MNG Airlines on Long-Term Lease

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Stratos has delivered an Airbus A330-300P2F on a long-term operating lease to MNG Airlines, a Turkish cargo airline operating worldwide. The aircraft, MSN 1510, was converted into a freighter by EFW in Dresden, marking the second such conversion completed by Stratos at this facility.

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SF Airlines Expands Fleet to 90 Freighters with New B767-300BCF

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SF Airlines (China) has further expanded its dedicated freighter fleet, reaching 90 aircraft with the latest delivery of a B767-300BCF at its Shenzhen base. This milestone solidifies SF Airlines’ position as China’s largest cargo airlineand strengthens its regional and international logistics capabilities.

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Hanwha Aviation Considers Freighters and MRO Expansion

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Hanwha Aviation, a South Korean aircraft lessor, is considering adding freighters to its leasing portfolio and developing Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) capabilities as part of its long-term growth strategy. The company is assessing market opportunities to expand its presence in the air cargo leasing sector while strengthening its technical service offerings.

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Magma Aviation Considers Fleet Expansion with Widebody Freighters

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Magma Aviation is actively exploring options to expand its own-controlled fleet, considering a range of widebody freighters to support its growing cargo operations. The company is evaluating Boeing B767-300F, B767-200F, A330-300F, A330-200F, and converted B777-300ER aircraft to enhance its capacity and network reach.

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Challenge Group Registers Europe’s First B777-300ERSF

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Challenge Group, a Malta-based aviation company, has achieved a significant milestone by registering Europe’s first B777-300ERSF under its 9H Air Operator Certificate (AOC). This marks the introduction of the B777-300ERSF, a converted freighter, into the European market, with the group planning to receive two units in 2025.

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Boeing Adds Eight B767-300Fs to Backlog

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Boeing has secured a significant addition to its production backlog, reporting eight new B767-300F orders in December 2024. These freighters, attributed to unidentified customer(s), represent the first confirmed order for this model in two years. The B767-300F has long been a preferred choice for operators seeking medium-capacity freighters with proven reliability and operational efficiency. This latest order underscores the sustained demand…