FlyKhiva, a cargo airline based in Uzbekistan, is planning to lease up to three Boeing 767-300F aircraft by the end of 2025, signaling an aggressive expansion of its freighter fleet. The move reflects FlyKhiva’s ambition to enhance its capacity and solidify its presence in long-haul cargo markets connecting Asia and Europe.
Advantage Air, a Kenyan carrier, has officially taken delivery of its first ATR72-200F, signaling the airline’s entry into or expansion of dedicated freight operations. The aircraft, bearing serial number 256, joins the airline’s fleet as a turboprop freighter, offering regional cargo transport capabilities.
Sichuan Airlines, a major Chinese carrier, is finalizing preparations to put into service its fourth Airbus A321-200PCF(Passenger-to-Cargo Freighter conversion). The aircraft, bearing serial number 3013, is under lease from Sichuan Aviation Industry Development, further strengthening the airline’s growing freighter fleet.
7 Air, a U.S.-based cargo carrier, has announced plans to expand its freighter fleet by acquiring three additional B737-800F aircraft by the end of 2025. The move aligns with the airline’s strategy to scale operations in response to rising demand for e-commerce and regional cargo logistics.
AerCaribe, a Colombian cargo airline, is set to commence operations with its first Boeing 737-300 Freighter, as it prepares to expand its domestic and regional air cargo services. The aircraft, bearing serial number 29334, marks a significant milestone in the airline’s fleet development strategy.
Embraer Commercial Aviation has announced the establishment of a dedicated Global Leasing and Freighter teambased in Amsterdam, reinforcing its commitment to aircraft leasing and the growing demand for passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversions. The new division will be led by Oliver Gerg, who assumes the role of Senior Vice President Global Leasing and Freighter, bringing extensive expertise in aviation leasing and fleet management.
FlyCAA (Congo) is set to become the first African airline to operate an A321-200PCF, as serial 808 is scheduled for delivery soon. The aircraft is being leased from Cargo Aircraft Management (US), marking a significant milestone in the African cargo aviation sector.
My Freighter, a cargo airline based in Uzbekistan, has announced the acquisition of its first Boeing 757-200F on lease from Titan Aviation Leasing, headquartered in the United States. The delivery of this freighter aircraft is scheduled for late February 2025, marking a significant milestone in My Freighter’s expansion strategy.
Icelease, an aircraft leasing company based in Iceland, has successfully placed a B737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter), identified by serial number 30879, on lease with ASL Aviation Holdings, headquartered in Ireland. This lease agreement further expands ASL Aviation’s capabilities in the cargo sector.
7 Air, a US-based carrier, has received preliminary approval from the US Department of Transportation (DOT) to commence its cargo operations. The airline will begin with two Boeing 737-800 P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter) aircraft, identified by serial numbers 34799 and 33471.
