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Embraer’s E-Freighter E190F regional cargo jet receives full EASA certification

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The EASA certification paves the way for the E-Freighter to begin global operations as a short-to-medium haul dedicated air cargo carrier. The E190F program began in May 2022 to fill a gap in the air cargo market and to replace older, less efficient models.

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Textron delivers first new Cessna SkyCourier passenger and cargo combi plane  

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Textron Aviation has delivered its first new Cessna SkyCourier passenger and cargo combi plane just two months after the utility turboprop was approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Previously the Cessna SkyCourier was only operable as either a freighter or passenger aircraft with a gravel kit option available too.

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First Cessna SkyCourier arrives in Canada after clearing national certification  

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On February 3, 2025, Textron Aviation , which owns the Cessna brand, confirmed that a freighter variant of the Cessna SkyCourier been handed over to Air Bravo and will be deployed for cargo transportation. The SkyCourier is a versatile aircraft, with cabin flexibility, high payload capability and performance and low operating costs.

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Cessna SkyCourier passenger and cargo combi option receives FAA approval

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The new combi interior conversion option allows for both passengers and cargo to be flown simultaneously, marking the Cessna SkyCourier as a truly versatile aircraft. Textron Aviation, which owns the Cessna brand, announced on May 20, 2024, that the new option will allow operators to transport nine passengers and cargo at the same time.

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Taiwan’s STARLUX Airlines orders an additional five A350F freighters

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All of the ten freighters on order will be operated by the company’s dedicated freight division, STARLUX Cargo, on some of the worlds busiest freight routes, according to the carrier. This second order from this fast-growing airline is another endorsement of the all-new A350F as the future game-changer in heavy lift markets.

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SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket breaks up upon ascent, cargo of Starlink satellites lost 

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Approximately one hour after the Falcon 9 had lifted off from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, United States, on the night of the launch, the rocket’s second-stage booster failed to reignite, which led to the loss of the rocket and its payload of 20 Starlink satellites.

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FAA certifies Embraer’s E-190 passenger-to-freight conversion 

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Alongside the E-190F, the FAA has also certified a cargo loading system (CLS), developed by North Carolina-based U.S. Cargo Systems for use on this aircraft. ton payload, the E190F offers a 40% volume capacity increase, even when compared with the largest turboprops.

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