Fresh out of the paint shop, Air Canada’s first Boeing 767F sports a new livery like that of passenger aircraft. The Canadian national carrier’s fleet of cargo planes adopts an “all new look”, “inspired by Air Canada’s unique and timeless black, white, and red livery” launched in 2017.
The aircraft unveiled on August 19, 2022, registered C-GXHM, is one of two original 767-300Fs ordered in the spring, delivered to Air Canada earlier this summer, and scheduled to enter service in 2023. These two aircraft are in addition to the eight 767-300ER-BDFS expected, including two already in service at Toronto-Pearson airport which already operate flights between North America, Europe, and Latin America.
The Boeing 767F will offer four different main deck configurations. The overall cargo carrying capacity of the aircraft is around 58 tons, or 438 cubic meters; approximately 75% of this capacity is on the main deck. In addition to the space available on the latter, the new aircraft has temperature control devices in the hold and a wider rear hold door allowing the loading of pallets. Air Canada also recently announced the acquisition of two 777Fs, which will enter service in 2024. combining passenger network and all-cargo network in North America”.
“Seeing the livery come to life on one of our aircraft is a special moment for everyone at Air Canada, but especially for everyone who works at Air Canada Cargo,” said Jason Berry, vice -President – Cargo, Air Canada. “Our fleet of cargo aircraft, which serve high-demand trade corridors around the world, now proudly wears our brand colors. I can’t wait to see the livery racing across the sky soon.”
The cargo aircraft complement the extensive network of passenger aircraft offering cargo hold capacity, while giving Air Canada Cargo “increased capacity to transport cargo such as automotive and aerospace parts, oil and gas equipment, pharmaceuticals and perishables. In addition, Air Canada Cargo can meet the growing demand for fast and reliable shipments for e-commerce goods.