DHL has has unveiled its first 777-200 converted freighter from Mammoth Freighters and confirmed its order for 13 of the type in total.
The 777-200LRMF (Long Range Mammoth Freighter) has been on display at the UK’s Farnborough International Airshow this week, and DHL said four of the 13 aircraft are planned to enter service this year.
These 777-200LRMFs will join DHL Express’ global air network as part of long-term fleet modernisation plans. The first aircraft has been placed with DHL Air UK.
The aircraft displayed at Farnborough was converted in Manchester and the modification work included the installation of a large main-deck cargo door and advanced cargo handling systems. However, the original airframes and engines were retained.
Tom Mackle, managing director, DHL Air (UK), said: “Being one of the first customers and first operator of the Boeing 777-200LR Mammoth Freighter conversion aircraft provides our customers with enhanced delivery capability.
“The aircraft, placed with our UK airline, adds to our already tremendous operational reputation and technical expertise. It is a significant enhancement to our long-haul network capability.
“The investment in people and growth in infrastructure reinforces our commitment to operating a modern, flexible fleet that delivers a highly reliable service and advances our broader sustainability ambitions.
“We are pleased to be working alongside Mammoth Freighters and partners as we move towards service introduction within the DHL Express network.”
Mammoth Freighters received Supplemental Type Certification (STC) from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for its 777-200LRMF in April.
The certification paved the way for Mammoth to begin aircraft deliveries to launch customer Qatar Airways Cargo, which has an agreement for five of the aircraft with Texas-based lessor, Jetran.
