Emirates to Nearly Double 777 Freighter Fleet by Late 2026

The carrier currently has 14 777-300 freighters on firm order from Boeing, including five it committed to purchase in July.

Air Canada Agrees to New Contract With Pilots, Avoids Strike

Air Canada and the union representing more than 5,200 pilots announced Saturday night they have reached a tentative agreement.

Boeing Machinists Reject New Contract, Go on Strike

More than 30,000 aerospace workers at Boeing will walk off the job Friday after a large majority of them rejected a tentative contract.

Sharkskin System Used to Reduce Drag of 777 Cargo Jets

Freighter airlines are using a new coating that mimics the structure of a shark’s skin to reduce aerodynamic drag and fuel consumption.

New Atlas Air Academy Creates Direct Pathway for Hiring Young Pilots

Atlas Air, the world’s largest operator of Boeing 747 aircraft, is partnering with an aviation education group to provide a hiring pathway for aspiring pilots.

Teamsters Can Protest at Amazon Air Hub, Federal Court Says

The union is fighting to represent workers at the retailer’s main air cargo sortation facility in Northern Kentucky.

Kalitta Air Faces $400,000 Penalty for FAA Violation

The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a civil penalty of $400,000 against cargo airline Kalitta Air for allegedly operating flights in a prohibited region.

Amazon Transferring Boeing 737-800 Cargo Jets to Sun Country Airlines

Leisure carrier Sun Country Airlines will fly up to eight additional Boeing 737-800 converted freighters for Amazon under a contract extension.

ABX Air Pilots Choose Cooperation Over Confrontation

The pilots union at ABX Air is taking a novel approach toward labor relations by promoting the company at industry trade shows.

UPS Plans to Hire 300 Pilots to Support Postal Service Contract

UPS is looking to hire more than 300 pilots to support an anticipated increase in air cargo demand following a new Postal Service contract.