From Passengers to Parcels: Why Airlines Are Converting Retired Boeing 777s into Freighters
Retired Boeing 777 passenger aircraft are finding a new purpose through conversion into dedicated cargo freighters. This trend is driven by the sustained boom in e-commerce and the high demand for global air freight capacity. The complex modification process involves stripping the passenger cabin, reinforcing the aircraft's floor, and cutting a large new door for main-deck cargo loading. Companies like Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) are leading these conversions, known as P2F (passenger-to-freighter). This practice extends the operational life of the widebody jets, offering a cost-effective alternative to purchasing brand-new cargo aircraft.
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