Air Hong Kong (AHK), Hong Kong’s first dedicated all-cargo airline and a member of the Cathay Group, has marked a major milestone with the successful completion of its seven-year re-fleeting programme. In collaboration with its key customer, DHL Express, the airline has now fully transitioned to an all-Airbus A330 freighter fleet, retiring its final A300-600F aircraft and ushering in a new era in its nearly four-decade history.
The A300-600F had been at the heart of AHK’s operations since 2004, when it began flying on behalf of DHL Express. Over 21 years, the fleet has delivered safe and dependable service, helping to move nearly three million tonnes of express cargo and significantly contributing to the development of Hong Kong as an international aviation hub.
Following the conclusion of the re-fleeting programme, Air Hong Kong now operates a modern fleet of 14 Airbus A330 freighters. This includes ten A330-300P2Fs—converted from passenger aircraft into freighters—making AHK one of the launch customers and currently one of the largest operators of this type worldwide. The remaining four aircraft are A330-200F factory-built freighters.
Clarence Tai, Chief Operating Officer of Air Hong Kong, reflected on the fleet transition, stating: “The A300-600F has been a stalwart of Air Hong Kong’s fleet and an important part of our story for over two decades… we fondly bid farewell to this valued member of our fleet as we enter this exciting new chapter.” He also emphasised the operational and service benefits of the new A330F aircraft, thanking key stakeholders—including the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, the Cathay Group, DHL Express, staff, and suppliers—for their essential support throughout the re-fleeting journey.
With a modern and efficient fleet in place, AHK is now well-positioned to enhance service delivery and continue supporting the expansion of Hong Kong’s air cargo sector.
