Stratos, a specialist in aircraft investment and asset management, has successfully delivered an Airbus A330-300 converted freighter to MNG Airlines on a long-term operating lease. MNG Airlines, a privately owned Turkish carrier, operates scheduled cargo flights globally and has now expanded its fleet with this latest addition. The aircraft, with manufacturer serial number (MSN) 1510, underwent passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion at the EFW facility in Dresden, Germany. The process was completed on schedule, marking the second such conversion project Stratos has overseen at the same facility.
Stratos’ Marketing Director, Camille Pousseur, highlighted the positive development of the new partnership, stating: “We are delighted to have placed this A330-300P2F with a steadily growing carrier and we look forward to deepening this highly collaborative relationship. As a new customer of Stratos, the MNG team has been great to deal with and we are proud to be a part of this airline’s continued expansion.”
The delivery signifies a key milestone for MNG Airlines as it continues to bolster its global operations. A. Sedat Özkazanç, CEO of MNG Airlines, commented: “As MNG Airlines, we are very pleased to be partnering with Stratos. The addition of the new A330-300P2F to our fleet marks a major step toward expanding our global logistics network and delivering even more efficient solutions to our customers. We extend our sincere thanks to the Stratos team for their support and look forward to strengthening our partnership for years to come!”
The A330-300P2F is known for its large cargo capacity and fuel efficiency, making it a valuable asset for growing cargo airlines. This delivery highlights Stratos’ expertise in managing complex aircraft conversions and reinforces its role in supporting the expansion of its partners within the air cargo sector.
