Air China Cargo Co., Ltd. (Air China Cargo) has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus for four additional A350F freighters, taking its total order for the type to 10 aircraft. Air China Cargo previously ordered six A350F freighters in November 2025.“This additional order, following our initial A350F order last year, is a crucial strategic decision for the company to further optimise our fleet structure and expand transport capacity. It will allow us to better match and meet the demands of the … [Read more...] about Air China Cargo increases A350F freighter order to 10 aircraft
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HAECO and Airbus extend radome repair collaboration in the Chinese Mainland
HAECO, one of the world’s leading maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) service providers, is pleased to announce the extension of its radome repair agreement with Airbus for multiple years. The extended agreement marks a new milestone in the long-standing collaboration between the two companies and underscores Airbus’ continued confidence in HAECO’s comprehensive composite repair capabilities and high-quality service delivery. As Airbus’ approved radome maintenance provider in the Chinese … [Read more...] about HAECO and Airbus extend radome repair collaboration in the Chinese Mainland
Airbus completes first A350F freighter main deck cargo door in Spain
Airbus has completed the manufacturing and assembly of the first main deck cargo door for the A350F freighter at its facility in Illescas, Spain. The component has been delivered to the Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Toulouse, where it will be integrated into the fuselage of the first test aircraft and undergo testing in the coming weeks. Airbus is manufacturing two A350F aircraft for flight testing from 2026 to 2027. The A350F main deck cargo door is the largest in the industry. Featuring a … [Read more...] about Airbus completes first A350F freighter main deck cargo door in Spain
Atlas Air Worldwide places landmark order for 20 Airbus A350F aircraft
Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. announced a firm order for 20 Airbus A350F freighters, with options for an additional 20 aircraft, making Atlas the largest customer for the all-new large widebody freighter platform and securing early delivery positions for this next-generation aircraft. The order represents a key investment in the Company’s long-term fleet strategy and positions Atlas to drive sustained earnings growth while modernising its global fleet. Deliveries are expected to begin in … [Read more...] about Atlas Air Worldwide places landmark order for 20 Airbus A350F aircraft
EFW signs Airbus A330 freighter conversion contract with Hong Kong-based APAL
Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW), JV of ST Engineering and Airbus, continues to expand its presence in the fast-growing Chinese aviation market with the signing of a contract for an Airbus A330-300 Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversion with Hong Kong-based specialist aircraft lessor, Asia Pacific Aviation Leasing Group (APAL). The aircraft will be converted at one of EFW’s partner facilities from 2Q2026, while technical planning and certification will take place at its headquarters in Dresden, … [Read more...] about EFW signs Airbus A330 freighter conversion contract with Hong Kong-based APAL
EFW expands footprint in China with new A330 freighter conversion contract
Elbe Flugzeugwerke (EFW), JV of ST Engineering and Airbus, has expanded its presence in the fast‑growing Chinese aviation market with the signing of a new freighter conversion contract with Hengqin Winglet Aircraft Technology (Hengqin Winglet), marking the lessor’s first Airbus A330 passenger‑to‑freighter (P2F) programme with EFW. EFW will carry out the A330P2F conversion at its partner facility in China, with work commencing in mid-2026 and supported by technical planning and certification … [Read more...] about EFW expands footprint in China with new A330 freighter conversion contract
