MAMMOTH FREIGHTERS inducted its first 777-300ER (35299; ex-Nordwind) for freighter conversion for AviaAM Leasing as part of deal for six; mods are being performed by ASPIRE MRO, TX. Mammoth currently has two 777-200LR freighter conversions in work, with the first aircraft having all surround structure installed and nearing completion.
AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERS has Air Inuit order for three 737-800SF freighter conversions for 2024; first aircraft (40852; ex-Comair) is slated to begin modification in November 2023 at KF AEROSPACE, Canada for delivery in March 2024.
GOL expanded its commerical partnership with Air France-KLM for another 10 years in which both parties will grant each other exclusivity of routes between Europe and Brazil; deal includes CFM56/LEAP maintenance by AFI KLM E&M.
LUFTHANSA TECHNIK was selected by Orlando-based National Airlines to overhaul 11 CF6-80s (for 747Fs) over the next five years; deal includes Cyclean engine wash services, AOG support and consumable and expendables support.
The global approach to MRO of the F-35 needs to be a model for other weapons as the Pentagon looks to co-develop and co-produce critical systems, the DOD says.
Air Canada is opting for Boeing 787-10s after canceling its 777F order but could still convert some of its 777s that will soon retire from passenger service.