Aspire MRO has officially launched its widebody MRO and passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion services, backed by leading asset manager Fortress Investment Group LLC. Founded by experienced executives in the industry, Aspire will operate six (6) bays available for heavy widebody maintenance and B777 P2F conversions at the former American Airlines maintenance facility located at Fort Worth Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas. With a dedicated 840,000 sqft facility, Aspire said it is … [Read more...] about Aspire MRO offers new option for B777 conversions
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CMA CGM continues air fleet expansion with second B777F
CMA CGM welcomed its second Boeing 777F freighter as it announced an additional order for two more of the aircraft type at a ceremony signing held in Everett, WA on June 7. The international shipping company, which created its dedicated air cargo unit last year, plans to build up its fleet to a dozen aircraft by 2026. It took delivery of the maiden B777F earlier on 31 May, and with the second freighter, the company now counts six aircraft in its fleet, including four … [Read more...] about CMA CGM continues air fleet expansion with second B777F
Etihad Cargo announces three new maindeck services to Europe
Etihad Cargo has announced three new freighter services from Europe. Last month Etihad Cargo started operating B777 freighters from East Midlands and Stansted airports in the UK and from Copenhagen in Denmark. David Kerr, senior VP of Etihad Cargo, said: “We have responded to our customers’ demand for freighter capacity out of Europe, and our freighter fleet gives us the flexibility of deploying capacity when and where it is required. “These three new services will connect producers with … [Read more...] about Etihad Cargo announces three new maindeck services to Europe
SkyCargo takes delivery of 13th B777 Freighter
Emirates SkyCargo has welcomed the arrival of its newest B777 Freighter, bringing the total number of freighters in its fleet to 15, including two B747-400Fs and 13 B777Fs. Emirates' newest B777F, which left the Boeing Manufacturing Facility in Everett, Washington, in September, flew its first mission to Hong Kong. The Asian metropolis is one of the most popular in the Emirates Sky Cargo network, in addition to airports in Frankfurt, Shanghai, Chicago and Zaragoza. Since being introduced to … [Read more...] about SkyCargo takes delivery of 13th B777 Freighter
FedEx confirms order for 50 B767Fs
FedEx Corp has confirmed the market speculation, as reported by Payload last week, by signing a deal to purchase 50 additional B767-300 freighters in the biggest order ever for the aircraft type, allowing the aircraft maker to extend its production line well into the next decade. The deal, announced in a statement by FedEx includes options for another 50 B767Fs and is worth US$9.97 billion at list prices. FedEx said the aircraft will be delivered by Boeing for its FedEx Express arm beginning … [Read more...] about FedEx confirms order for 50 B767Fs
Air China Cargo to begin new Edmonton, Dallas service
Air China Cargo (ACC) has announced a new maindeck service to North America from 3 September. The B777F service will see six flights a week Shanghai-Edmonton-Dallas-Edmonton-Shanghai Edmonton making it the carrier's first scheduled freighter destination in Canada. ACC will use a high-volume-capacity B777F aircraft, serving Edmonton International Airport (EIA) located in the western province of Alberta, six times per week (three from Dallas and three from Shanghai). “This will be the first … [Read more...] about Air China Cargo to begin new Edmonton, Dallas service
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