According to the Chairman of the Board and the Executive Committee of Turkish Airlines, M Ilker Ayci, “The delivery of our first 777 Freighter is a milestone event in our cargo business. As a prominent sub-brand of Turkish Airlines, Turkish Cargo increased its freighter destinations served from 55 to 73 from the beginning of this year, reaching to approximately 1 million tonnes of cargo with 29 per cent increase compared to the previous year’ same period. It is surely beyond doubt that this a remarkable success.
“We’re sure that this significant delivery which will bring great value to our rapidly growing cargo operations will also enable our leading sub-brand to further compete, expand and reach new short and long-range destinations from our hub in Istanbul.”
Also the Senior Vice President of Sales, Middle East, Turkey, Russia, Central Asia and Africa, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Marty Bentrott said, “We are honored to deliver the 777 Freighter to Turkish Airlines.
“This aircraft’s range capability, combined with its enhanced cargo capacity, makes it a perfect airplane for Turkish Airlines to continue to profitably grow its global cargo service.”
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