Air India has successfully sold four Boeing 747-400 aircraft to the United States-based aftermarket aircraft broker, AerSale, as reported by The Economic Times. This sale concludes an extensive marketing effort by the flag carrier, which ceased operating these aircraft for revenue flights back in 2021. The sale was managed by the UK-based remarketing firm Skytech-AIC ..read more

Tasman Cargo Airlines, based out of Sydney Kingsford Smith, has initiated a new direct freight service to Hong Kong International, operating a wet-leased Boeing 777-200F under an agreement with DHL Express. This service, which commenced on April 16, marks a significant expansion in the airline's freight operations in Asia. The aircraft, a 14-year-old Boeing 777-200 ..read more

In a surprising move reflective of the current airfreight market dynamics, Northern Air Cargo, backed by Saltchuk Resources, has opted to place its newly acquired Boeing 767 freighters directly into storage. Despite the global air cargo market showing signs of improvement, the decision underscores the challenges of operating profitably under fluctuating market conditions. Northern Air ..read more

One Air, the UK's dedicated cargo airline, has strategically relocated its operational base from London Heathrow to Nottingham East Midlands Airport, signaling a new phase in its commitment to enhancing its scheduled charter flights, particularly the key route to Hong Kong International. This move is set to streamline One Air's operations by leveraging East Midlands ..read more

Embraer has achieved a significant milestone in aviation with the successful first flight of its converted E190F, transitioning from passenger to freight service. The test flight took place in São José dos Campos, Brazil, and lasted approximately two hours, during which the aircraft underwent extensive evaluations. The E190F, owned by Regional One, a U.S.-based leasing ..read more

Lakibus Lakara, the General Manager of Uganda Air Cargo, has strongly recommended the disposal of the airline's fleet, currently grounded at Entebbe, citing the aircraft's deteriorated condition and the uneconomical repair costs. Addressing the Committee on Defence and Internal Affairs on March 26, Lakara highlighted the impracticality of restoring the fleet to operational status. "With ..read more

Oman Air, the national carrier of Oman, is contemplating a significant shift towards simplifying its fleet composition, focusing primarily on widebody aircraft. This strategy aligns with the airline's broader transformation plan set to unfold through 2027. Said Hamood Al Maawali, the chairman of Oman Air and Oman's Minister of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology, highlighted ..read more

United Parcel Service (UPS) is set to become the primary air cargo provider for the United States Postal Service (USPS), marking a significant shift in the logistics industry. This announcement comes as FedEx decides to end its 22-year partnership with USPS, citing unsatisfactory terms in the new contract negotiations. The change underscores a pivotal transition ..read more

In a move reflecting escalating tensions in international aviation, the governments of Argentina and the United States have formally appealed to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) concerning Venezuela's decision to close its airspace to all Argentinian-registered aircraft. This drastic measure comes in the wake of Venezuela's response to Argentina's involvement in the seizure and ..read more

FedEx Express, a leading player in the global air cargo industry, has strategically revised its Boeing 767-300F aircraft purchase options, reducing the total from 50 to 43 during 2023. According to the company's latest quarterly report, this adjustment aligns with FedEx's ongoing efforts to evaluate and fine-tune its fleet composition for optimal network performance. The ..read more