Next-Gen Airbus A350F and Boeing 777-8F Freighters Take Shape

Airbus A350F

Airbus expects to begin flight tests of the first A350F, MSN 700, in the third quarter. 

Credit: Airbus
It has been more than 30 years since Airbus and Boeing last battled for the same cargo submarket with two new factory-built midsize freighters—the A300-600F and the 767-300F, respectively. Fast forward to 2026, and the battleground has shifted to the top end of the sector as the first A350F and 777...
Guy Norris

Guy is a Senior Editor for Aviation Week, covering technology and propulsion. He is based in Colorado Springs.

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