IAI Secures FAA STC for Boeing 777-300ER Freighter Conversion

Written By Yulia Vekshina

News:

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has achieved a major milestone by securing the first ever Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from the FAA and CAAI for the conversion of the Boeing 777-300ER from passenger to freighter configuration (STAT Times).

Key highlights:

  • Launch customer: AerCap, with Kalitta Air as the operator.

  • Market demand: Already around 60 firm orders for conversions.

  • Capacity: Payload up to 100 tonnes, making it one of the largest twin-engine freighters.

  • Additional approval: Certified to transport the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engine.

  • Significance: Marks a new era in widebody freighter conversions and global air cargo logistics.

Why we found it interesting

“Game changer for the market — addressing airlift shortages while the industry waits for brand-new aircraft deliveries from legacy manufacturers.”

🔗 Read the full article on STAT Times

Yulia Vekshina
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