Quantcast

Air Hong Kong completes transition to all-Airbus A330F freighter fleet

European air traffic warning means summer delays for holidaymakers
The EU rule change that could affect millions of Brits when their flight is delayed or cancelled
Delta Earnings Land Soon. Why They’re Key for Airline Stocks and the Economy.
Avelo Airlines to Operate Deportation Flights, Hiring Flight Attendants
Travel chaos 2025: all the strikes and disruption expected across Europe
United receives FAA approval for first Starlink-equipped planes
Qantas launches mammoth Asia flight sale including Bali and Japan
New Update from Air Canada, WestJet, American Airlines, Delta, United, Southwest, Alaska, JetBlue Airways, and Sunwing: Airline Capacity Between Canada and US Slashed as Bookings Plummet Seventy Per Cent
Delta Cuts Two Domestic Routes
United Airlines Technicians Reject ‘Dead on Arrival’ Contract Proposal, Teamsters Say
The State of the Asia Pacific Airline Industry
Spirit Airlines to add Detroit nonstop flight out of Bradley International Airport
Major airline to launch new direct flights from Scotland to North America
Ryanair launches new ‘prime’ membership which saves passengers more than £400 a year
Judge Orders Boeing to Trial on 737 MAX Case
Qantas’ free international Wi-Fi to switch on from next week
The real reason Southwest is charging for bags now
Air France-KLM in ongoing talks with Air Europa on potential stake, CEO says
Frontier Savagely Shades Southwest After They Eliminated Longstanding Free Bag Policy, Sparking Backlash
Frontier Wants You to 'Divorce Your Old Airline' After Southwest Changes
Delta named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies for sustainability initiatives
Passengers escape fiery American Airlines jet in Denver
Delta, American Dive On Slashed Outlooks; But Two Airlines Rally
Competitors are circling Southwest after the airline announced it's going to start charging for checked bags
Exclusive: Dominican Low-Cost Carrier Arajet Wants to Disrupt NYC Market
Boeing deliveries rise 63% in February from a year earlier
Transportation Secretary Duffy Lays Out 10 Ways the FAA Is Working to Upgrade Air Traffic Control and Make Flying Safer
EasyJet pilot Paul Elsworth suspended after flying too close to mountain
Delta Air Lines bets on ‘blended-wing’ flight to reduce emissions
Europe's airlines pivot to bite size M&A deals to limit cost, regulatory burden
Air Hong Kong completes transition to all-Airbus A330F freighter fleet
Policy
Webp a77qiohj1qphjilrrotrd1yryx7c
Keith Brown Director Engineering | Cathay Pacific

Air Hong Kong, a key player in the cargo airline industry and part of the Cathay Group, has completed a significant transition. The airline has successfully finished a seven-year re-fleeting program, marking its evolution into an all-Airbus A330F freighter airline. This change was celebrated with DHL Express, Air Hong Kong's main customer.

Since 2004, Air Hong Kong operated the A300-600F for DHL Express. Over two decades, this aircraft played a crucial role in supporting Hong Kong's aviation hub by transporting nearly three million tonnes of express cargo. With the recent completion of its re-fleeting initiative, Air Hong Kong now operates 14 Airbus A330F aircraft. This includes 10 A330-300P2F models and four A330-200F freighters.

Clarence Tai, Chief Operating Officer of Air Hong Kong, commented on the transition: “The A300-600F has been a stalwart of Air Hong Kong’s fleet and an important part of our story for over two decades." He added that the new-generation A330F will enhance operations and services for customers while contributing to the growth of Hong Kong’s air cargo sector.

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

Peter Bardens from DHL Express remarked on their strategic foresight: “Balancing our customers and operational needs has always been top of mind for us." He expressed confidence in continuing to deliver excellence with the new fleet.

The newer A330Fs offer 25% more payload capacity compared to their predecessors and have a range capability of 7,400 kilometers. These features allow Air Hong Kong to carry more cargo, particularly e-commerce shipments, and expand its reach to destinations like Bahrain and Sydney. Additionally, increased fuel efficiency aligns with sustainability goals shared by Air Hong Kong and the Cathay Group.

This development coincides with significant investments by the Cathay Group aimed at strengthening the aviation hub in Hong Kong. The group plans to add over 100 new-generation aircraft across various fleets in coming years.

Organizations Included in this History
More News

Emirates Airlines has highlighted the evolution of its cabin crew uniform, emphasizing its commitment to timeless design and practicality.

Oct 23, 2025

Emirates has achieved the Gold Tier status in the 2024 Fly Quiet Programme at New York’s JFK Airport, making it the only airline to receive this distinction among all participating carriers.

Oct 23, 2025

Flying Food Group, Inc. has announced the recipients of its 2025 scholarships, with all five applicants receiving awards this year.

Oct 23, 2025

Dnata, a global provider of air and travel services, has entered into a joint venture with Azerbaijan’s Silk Way Group to launch ground handling and cargo operations at Alat International Airport, located in the Alat Free Economic Zone in Baku.

Oct 22, 2025

Delta Air Lines has announced the release of version 7.5 of its mobile app, introducing new features aimed at making travel planning and management easier for customers during the holiday season.

Oct 22, 2025

The Fair Work Commission has ruled that a former employee of dnata Airport Services was unfairly dismissed and awarded $36,468.39 in compensation.

Oct 22, 2025