Aviation

Turkish Technic Successfully Completes First Airbus A330P2F Conversion

In a groundbreaking achievement, Turkish Technic has reached a significant milestone by completing the initial metal cuts for its inaugural Airbus A330 Passenger to Freighter (P2F) conversion.

This conversion, performed in collaboration with EFW, involves the transformation of a 2000-vintage A330-300 (registration 349, ex-ULS Airline Cargo) into a freighter.Turkish Technic has taken the lead as the first Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) company to engage in direct collaboration with EFW for A330P2F conversions.

A momentous achievement!

As the first MRO company to operate as a conversion house directly collaborating with EFW for A330P2F Programme, we are pleased to announce that we have reached a major milestone in the project. Recently, our colleagues have performed the Upper Frame… pic.twitter.com/mFTTg6ct0B— Turkish Technic (@TurkishTechnic) February 1, 2024

The recent completion of the Upper Frame Shell (UFS) cut-out and the successful installation of the new UFS mark crucial progress in this conversion process, enabling the subsequent installation of the main deck cargo door. The entire conversion project is part of a series of P2F conversions and is slated for completion by mid-2024.

The demand for Passenger to Freighter conversions has witnessed a surge due to its role in extending the operational life of aging fleets. Turkish Technic, operating from its Istanbul Ataturk Airport facilities, expresses enthusiasm about undertaking the first conversion under the EFW program. The company anticipates delivering optimal performance for its customers through comprehensive structural and avionic modification capabilities.

The entry into Airbus A330P2F conversions underscores the company’s commitment to remaining at the forefront of the aviation industry by embracing new technologies and addressing market demands.

Aviation

Boeing, Antonov to Collaborate on Defense Projects

– MOU represents Boeing’s commitment to work with Ukrainian industry

– Includes exploring opportunities for collaborating on in-country support of Unmanned Aerial Systems

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed today by Boeing and Antonov Company to investigate potential collaboration on defense-related projects.

“We’re happy to keep collaborating with the Antonov Company to help Ukraine’s economic development and expansion,” stated Ted Colbert, CEO and president of Boeing Defence, Space, & Security.

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“This agreement demonstrates our ongoing efforts to find more opportunities to work with Ukrainian industry, which was underscored by our signing of the Ukrainian Defence Industry Compact earlier this year.”

The areas of potential collaboration identified in the agreement consist of training, logistical support and overhaul services for tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems utilized by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes the ScanEagle. In addition, the companies will also explore opportunities for Antonov to provide engineering support to Boeing.

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“A strong, innovative, and efficient defense industry is key to sustainable economic development and national security, and we are extremely excited to collaborate with Boeing,” said Ievhen Gavrylov, CEO of Antonov Company.

This agreement brings a whole new level of opportunity to implement the latest and most effective solutions – in addition to the possibility of future projects with Boeing in the aerospace and defense industry.”