Bournemouth Airport’s Cargo First air freight business and base operator European Cargo are gearing up for the autumn peak having seen continued growth on Far East to UK e-commerce trade routes. The successful partnership combines Cargo First's seamless handling operation and strategic location at Bournemouth Airport just 90 minutes from London, with European Cargo's growing fleet of fully converted Airbus A340-600 long-haul freighters. With three freighters already operating on China-UK … [Read more...] about Bournemouth Airport eyes 2024 peak season opportunity
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Bournemouth-based airline marks freighter milestone
Bournemouth Airport’s goal of becoming a strategic air freight hub for the UK has taken a major step forward with news that European Cargo has received EASA (European Aviation Safety Agency) certification for its Airbus A340 wide-bodied freighter conversion programme. The Bournemouth-based carrier is converting a fleet of ex-passenger A340 aircraft into long-haul freighters as it looks to cater to rising e-commerce demand. The airline has installed a sophisticated fire detection and … [Read more...] about Bournemouth-based airline marks freighter milestone
