flydubai launches its dedicated cargo operations

Flydubai is moving into dedicated cargo: UAE’s budget carrier Flydubai is set to launch dedicated freighter operations on 1 October with three Boeing 737-800 freighters wet-leased from SolitAir, according to a press release. The carrier plans to use its dedicated freighters to grow volumes across pharma, perishables, aerospace components, express shipments, live animals, and dangerous goods, complementing the cargo capacity already carried across its passenger network.

Why this matters: The move marks Flydubai’s first dedicated freighter fleet, with cargo previously carried exclusively in the belly holds of its 98 passenger aircraft. Each freighter can carry up to 23k kg per flight and will be based at Al Maktoum International Airport.