Kazakhstan is preparing to establish a national cargo airline in early 2026, according to an official announcement by Nurlan Zhakupov, Chairman of the Management Board of Samruk-Kazyna National Welfare Fund. The initiative is part of a government directive aimed at strengthening Kazakhstan’s strategic position as a major air cargo hub in Central Asia.
My Freighter, the Uzbekistan-based all-cargo airline, has announced plans to launch twice-weekly scheduled cargo flights connecting Shanghai Pudong (PVG) and Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) with a stopover at its primary hub in Tashkent (TAS). The new route will be operated using the airline’s Boeing 767-300 freighter aircraft.
Centrum Air has officially become Uzbekistan’s largest private operator of the Airbus A321neo, following the delivery of its third aircraft of this type, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s rapid growth trajectory. The newly acquired A321neo, bearing manufacturer serial number 12499 and registered locally as UK32132, was delivered from Airbus’s Hamburg facility to Tashkent on July 19.
CDB Aviation has delivered a second Airbus A321-253NX to My Freighter LLC, which will operate the aircraft under the Uzbekistan-based airline Centrum Air. This delivery marks another key step in the expanding strategic partnership between the lessor and the carrier, aimed at supporting rapid aviation growth within the Uzbek market.
FlyKhiva has taken delivery of a Boeing 757-200, marking a notable addition to its operational fleet. The aircraft, bearing the manufacturer serial number (MSN) 29434, is being operated under a wet lease agreement from Icelandair, signifying a temporary yet comprehensive lease that includes crew, maintenance, and insurance.
Uzbekistan Airways and AZAL Azerbaijan Airlines have entered into a new codeshare agreement, strengthening bilateral air connectivity and expanding travel options between the two nations. The agreement allows each airline to sell seats on select flights operated by the other, enabling more seamless passenger transfers and improved scheduling flexibility.
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.
My Freighter and Icelandair Cargo have signed an interline agreement that aims to establish a new cargo gateway through Iceland, offering expanded connectivity for global freight services. This agreement marks a strategic milestone for both airlines as they seek to enhance their international cargo operations and strengthen their positions in a competitive market.
Centrum Air, based in Uzbekistan, has taken delivery of an Airbus A320neo aircraft, bearing serial number 12519. The aircraft is operated by My Freighter, another Uzbekistan-based entity, and is equipped with LEAP-1A26 engines, part of the latest-generation engine technology from CFM International.
My Freighter, a cargo airline based in Uzbekistan, has added a Boeing 767-300BDSF to its fleet under a lease agreement, expanding its medium- to long-haul freight capabilities. The aircraft, bearing serial number 26984, is powered by PW4060 engines, further optimizing the airline’s cargo operations.
