Israel Aerospace Industries with Sharp Technics K and Incheon International Airport Corporation will open a Boeing 777 P2F conversion facility in Korea offering comprehensive solutions and support to partners and clients across the aviation sector.
In a groundbreaking collaboration with AerCap, IAI successfully converted a Boeing 777-300ER, also known as the ‘Big Twin’, for the first time in history. This converted aircraft has already garnered significant interest with dozens of orders received, and it is on track to obtain certification from aviation authorities shortly. Industry analysts foresee that the converted Boeing 777 passenger-to-freight aircraft will rise to become one of the top freighters globally, given its notable advantages.
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) took part in a significant ceremony with Sharp Technics K (STK) and Incheon International Airport Corporation to lay the cornerstone for a joint Boeing 777 passenger-to-freight conversion facility in Korea. This event saw the attendance of senior officials and representatives from all three companies. Overall, IAI’s Aviation Group plays a crucial role in the global aerospace industry, offering comprehensive solutions and support to a wide range of partners and clients across the aviation sector.
IAI is optimistic about the prospects of this joint venture with STK and Incheon International Airport Corporation, anticipating numerous benefits for the companies involved. This collaboration is expected to contribute to the growth of the Korean aviation industry, foster local expertise, and create job opportunities.
Shmuel Kuzi, Executive VP and General Manager, IAI’s Aviation Group said, “Today is a significant milestone in the ‘Big Twin’ program and our partnership with STK and Incheon International Airport. I appreciate our partners’ investment of time and resources in this important project, and I look forward to further developing our strategic cooperation with Korean companies and the South Korean government.”
IAI’s Aviation Group holds a prominent position in passenger-to-freighter conversions globally, drawing from years of experience and expertise in converting various aircraft types and models. The company is renowned for its Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) activities, offering exceptional customer support and quick responses to aircraft needs. Additionally, IAI leads in the development and production of advanced composite-material technologies, avionic structures, and assemblies.
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One notable aspect of IAI’s capabilities is its dedicated production line for crafting outer wing boxes for the F-35 and their skins. These capabilities have earned IAI partnerships with major aerospace companies like Lockheed Martin and Boeing, as well as collaborations with leading airlines such as Southwest, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Wizz Air. Noteworthy lessors such as AerCap and Avalon, along with prominent logistics and cargo companies like Amazon and DHL, also benefit from IAI’s expertise and services.
