Demand for freighter aircraft continues to trend higher, according to a newly-released forecast issued by the Air Cargo Management Group (ACMG). According the ACMG, the air freight market will need about 125 new freighters per year to meet growth and replacement needs over the next 20 years in a ‘baseline-growth; scenario, which is based on 4.5 per cent annual growth in demand. This compares to the 95 freighters (production units and passenger-to-freighter conversions) added per year … [Read more...] about ACMG: Market needs 125 new freighters per year
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Vietnam Air’s first A350 XWB takes to the sky
The first A350 XWB for Vietnam Airlines has completed its first flight in Toulouse on Monday bearing the airline’s blue and gold lotus livery. The aircraft will now enter the final phase of production, including cabin completion, as well as further ground and flight tests. The aircraft, which will be leased from AerCap, is scheduled for delivery in the middle of the year. Vietnam Airlines will become the first Asian airline to fly the A350 XWB and the second operator in the world. Vietnam … [Read more...] about Vietnam Air’s first A350 XWB takes to the sky
Vietnam Air’s first A350 XWB takes to the sky
The first A350 XWB for Vietnam Airlines has completed its first flight in Toulouse on Monday bearing the airline’s blue and gold lotus livery. The aircraft will now enter the final phase of production, including cabin completion, as well as further ground and flight tests. The aircraft, which will be leased from AerCap, is scheduled for delivery in the middle of the year. Vietnam Airlines will become the first Asian airline to fly the A350 XWB and the second operator in the world. Vietnam … [Read more...] about Vietnam Air’s first A350 XWB takes to the sky
Airbus launches ACJneo Family
Airbus has launched two new aircraft, the ACJ319neo and ACJ320neo. Both aircraft capitalise on new engines now being developed for the modern A320 airliner family, as well as Sharklets and improvements in fuel capacity. Airbus has already won around 3,800 orders for the A320neo Family which, together with today’s A320 Family, has now booked 11,600-plus orders. Flight trials of the A320neo are already under way, with deliveries to airlines due to begin towards the end of this year. … [Read more...] about Airbus launches ACJneo Family
Saudia Cargo deploys first 777F to Mumbai
The 7th of May 2014 marks an important date in the Saudia Cargo's freighter operation in Mumbai when its first 777 freighter SV 3969 departed for Jeddah carrying a full complement of cargo to points in Middle East, Africa and Europe. On board this freighter were commodities such as fabric, garments and engineering goods, amongst others. Keku Gazder, regional director cargo for the Indian Sub-Continent, adds: “By serving Mumbai as its inaugural route, it demonstrates the importance of … [Read more...] about Saudia Cargo deploys first 777F to Mumbai
SIA’s first A350 XWB takes shape
Airbus has begun final assembly of the first A350-900 for Singapore Airlines at its facilities in Toulouse, France. The aircraft is the first of 70 A350 XWBs ordered by the airline and is scheduled for delivery in the first quarter of 2016. The A350 XWB will form a major part of the future Singapore Airlines fleet and will be operated on the carrier’s medium and long-haul routes. The aircraft is now in the initial fuselage section joining phase. Following this, it will move in … [Read more...] about SIA’s first A350 XWB takes shape