7 Air, a US-based carrier, has received preliminary approval from the US Department of Transportation (DOT) to commence its cargo operations. The airline will begin with two Boeing 737-800 P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter) aircraft, identified by serial numbers 34799 and 33471.
SEAir International, a Philippine-based carrier, has achieved a significant milestone by placing its first Boeing 737-800QC, identified by serial number 23837, into active service. This addition represents a strategic step in enhancing the airline’s operational flexibility and capacity.
LAM, the national carrier of Mozambique, has decided to return its Boeing 737-300F, identified by serial number 28567, to its lessor. This aircraft, which was designated for freighter operations, will be returned without having completed a single flight under LAM’s operations.
SolitAir, a UAE-based startup carrier, is poised to take delivery of its first dry-leased Boeing B737-800F shortly after it receives its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) later this month. The freighter will mark the beginning of the airline’s ambitious plan to build a fleet of 10 freighters by mid-2026.
Challenge Group, a Malta-based aviation company, has achieved a significant milestone by registering Europe’s first B777-300ERSF under its 9H Air Operator Certificate (AOC). This marks the introduction of the B777-300ERSF, a converted freighter, into the European market, with the group planning to receive two units in 2025.
Eastern Air Holdings (US) has announced plans to reactivate an ex-iAero B737-300F, bearing serial number 23538. This freighter aircraft will soon be placed on the Air Operator Certificate (AOC) of the company’s subsidiary, Eastern Air Express.
JD Airlines (China) has taken delivery of its tenth Boeing 737-800BCF, with serial number 30709, marking the completion of its 2024 deal with AerCap (Ireland) for four converted freighter aircraft. This delivery solidifies JD Airlines’ position as a key player in the burgeoning air cargo market in China.
Amazon has expanded its fleet with the delivery of an A330-300P2F (Passenger-to-Freighter), featuring serial number 1226. The aircraft is operated by Hawaiian Airlines and powered by Trent 772B-60 engines, enhancing Amazon’s logistics capabilities for its expanding e-commerce operations.
Aeronaves TSM (Mexico) has announced its strategic expansion into the cargo market, marking a significant milestone in its operational growth. The airline has wet leased two B737-400SF aircraft, which will be deployed to provide cargo services for Mercado Libre (Argentina).
SuperNova Airlines, a Ukrainian carrier, has announced plans to launch new services between Prague and Newark in April 2025. Initially, the route will be operated using a Boeing 737-800BDSF, with a widebody aircraft to be introduced at a later stage, signaling the airline’s commitment to expanding its long-haul operations.
