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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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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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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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Robinson Helicopters launches new R88, company’s first new aircraft in 15 years

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The R88 will become the largest aircraft Robinson has designed to date, with a capacity for eight main cabin seats, two cockpit seats, and a payload capacity of up to 1,800 lbs (816kg) with full fuel. It will also feature approximately 275 cubic feet (7.8m) of cabin volume. hours of flight hours.

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FedEx places new order for 10 ATR 72-600F regional aircraft 

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At the time, the new twin-engine turboprops were the first ATR 72-600s that would operate in a cargo configuration. ATR said that with a large cargo door, cargo loading system and wide cross section, the ATR 72-600F can accommodate industry-standard Unit Load Devices (ULDs) and interline with larger freighters.

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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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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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