Emirates SkyCargo restarted cargo flights to New Zealand in early May using its passenger aircraft, as part of the country’s International Airfreight Capacity Scheme (IAFC) to connect exporters with the international market. The Dubai-based carrier currently offers cargo capacity for exporters of perishables and other goods on six flights each week from Auckland and one flight a week from Christchurch. Emirates SkyCargo says it carried more than 8,000 tonnes of cargo from the country last … [Read more...] about Emirates restarts flights to support New Zealand exports
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HAECO extends MRO pact with German cargo airline
HAECO Hong Kong has extended its long-term agreement with AeroLogic GmbH and will provide heavy maintenance services to the German cargo airline’s B777-200 freighter fleet between 2021 and 2024, including the current fleet of 18 B777F aircraft. The maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services provider says the extension in partnership is a testament to the long-standing collaboration between the two companies. Also read: DHL Express drafts B777Fs to add capacity in Asia Pacific HAECO … [Read more...] about HAECO extends MRO pact with German cargo airline
Saudia Cargo opens new route to Copenhagen
Saudia Cargo is opening a new route and widening its network to transport cargo to Europe and Scandinavia with the launch of two commercial flights to Copenhagen each week. The route, which kicked off on 22 May, will see the airline fly its B777-300 passenger planes, with 140-tonne payload capacity on each flight, scheduled every Wednesday and Saturday. The so-called ‘preighter’ flights are expected to provide airlift for pharmaceuticals and perishables. “We have seen a growing demand … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo opens new route to Copenhagen
Collins Aerospace inks deal to support Air China fleet
Collins Aerospace is expanding a longstanding support agreement for Air China’s aircraft fleet, together with aircraft maintenance and engineering firm Ameco. The move builds on an existing support agreement for avionics onboard Air China’s Boeing and Airbus aircraft. The group has signed a 10-year deal which will see Collins add further support on sensors, fire protection equipment and next-generation aircraft. The contract involves a newly expanded ‘power by the hour’ programme and will … [Read more...] about Collins Aerospace inks deal to support Air China fleet
IndiGo, CFM International extend partnership
India’s low-cost giant IndiGo has selected CFM International’s LEAP-1A engines to power its narrowbody fleet of 310 A320neo, A321neo, and A321XLR aircraft in the pipeline. The move follows a long-term engine service agreement for 280 A320neos in 2019. The new deal includes 620 new installed engines and associated spare engines, and a multiyear service agreement. Combining the two deals, IndiGo has secured engine services for a total of 590 A320neo family aircraft. Also read: GECAS to … [Read more...] about IndiGo, CFM International extend partnership
ST Engineering to lease five A321P2Fs to GlobalX
Global Crossing Airlines, also known as GlobalX, has signed up for five A321P2F conversion from ST Engineering, as the US-based startup charter service dips into the air freight market. ST Engineering, through its aviation asset management unit, will acquire five Airbus A321 passenger aircraft on its own or through joint venture companies and will provide maintenance services over the period of lease. The A321 feedstock will be converted and maintained at ST Engineering’s global … [Read more...] about ST Engineering to lease five A321P2Fs to GlobalX
