Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH has initiated operations at its new third-party freighter conversion facility in Istanbul, Turkey with the first Airbus A330P2F in collaboration with Turkish Technic.
Elbe Flugzeugwerke GmbH (EFW), a renowned expert in Airbus Passenger-to-Freighter (P2F) conversions, has initiated operations at its new third-party freighter conversion facility in Istanbul, Turkey. This expansion, in collaboration with Turkish Technic, a globally certified MRO company (Part 145 and Part 21 J&G organization), marks EFW’s ninth modification site worldwide. The partnership with Turkish Technic is strategically valuable, given their extensive experience in Airbus aircraft maintenance. The collaboration leverages partners with robust structural expertise and operational excellence to meet customer commitments effectively.
The inaugural induction of an A330P2F at this Istanbul site took place as scheduled in October 2023. EFW, in conjunction with ST Engineering and Airbus, is actively advancing the A330P2F program, with EFW leading in the overall program, holding the Supplemental Type Certificate, and managing marketing and sales efforts.
“We are glad to get Turkish Technic on board, which has deep experience in maintaining Airbus aircraft,” says Jordi Boto, CEO, EFW. “By working with partners which have strong structural skills and operational excellence, we will ensure meeting our customer commitments in a robust manner,” he further added.
EFW’s A330P2F program offers two variants: the A330-200P2F and A330-300P2F, both equipped with advanced technology that delivers operational and economic benefits to airlines. The A330-200P2F has a gross payload capacity of up to 61 tons and can fly over 7,700 km, while the larger A330-300P2F accommodates a gross payload of up to 63 tons and offers a containerized volume of approximately 18,581 ft³ (~526 m³).
This expansion underscores EFW’s commitment to meeting the rising demand for Airbus freighter conversions. In collaboration with ST Engineering, it has set up conversion facilities across Asia, the United States, and Europe to enhance conversion capacity for all Airbus P2F programs, including the A330P2F, A321P2F, and A320P2F. These programs are vital in enhancing cargo transport capabilities for airlines and supporting the global airfreight industry’s growth.
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The addition of the Istanbul site is a significant step forward in EFW’s efforts to provide more efficient and sustainable cargo transport solutions for airlines worldwide. With their new strategic partner, Turkish Technic, EFW aims to further strengthen its position in the aviation industry and deliver high-quality freighter conversion services to its customers.
