Kiev-based Antonov Airlines using its AN-22 aircraft delivered a 30-tonne container with winches and equipment from Orstend to Instanbul on 12 August, a press release confirmed. The cargo was ordered for repair works on a deepwater pipeline between Turkey and Cyprus. Antonov's air transport division said the flight was chartered by Istanbul-based SkyAir Shop Aviation Services Serkan Dikmen. Its AN-22 aircraft, considered the world’s largest turboprop, was immediately loaded in less … [Read more...] about Antonov’s AN-22 moves urgent cargo for deep-sea pipeline repair
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Turkish Cargo opens new terminal at Istanbul
With the launch of a new cargo terminal at Istanbul, Turkish Cargo’s operational processes have been redesigned and service quality has been maximised. The new facility features bigger floor area to accelerate cargo admission and operational processes; 39 special cargo storage areas in different types and sizes; and higher quality security system. Annual tonnage capacity of the terminal is 1.2 million tonnes. Total floor area used (airside and landside): 71,000m², closed warehouse … [Read more...] about Turkish Cargo opens new terminal at Istanbul
Turkey/Australia direct flights now possible
Direct flights between Turkey and Australia are now possible following the signing of the first-ever air services agreement between our two countries. Under the new arrangements Australian and Turkish airlines can immediately begin operating up to five direct flights per week. Up until now, Australians wanting to visit Turkey or send freight there had to travel via a third country such as Singapore. The agreement also allows the carriers of both countries to enter into code-share arrangements … [Read more...] about Turkey/Australia direct flights now possible
Ethihad expands network to Turkey
Etihad Airways is expanding its European services with the addition of its latest new route to Istanbul in Turkey. Turkey¡¯s commercial capital will initially be served four times a week from 2 June, expanding to five flights a week from October. The addition of Istanbul will bring to 13 the number of European cities served by Etihad. The new destination will increase the Abu Dhabi-based airline¡¯s global flight network to 54 cities and follows confirmation that Etihad will also begin … [Read more...] about Ethihad expands network to Turkey
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