Jet Airways (JAI, Mumbai International) is set to commence dedicated freighter operations next month using an A330-200F wet-leased from equity partner Etihad Airways (EY, Abu Dhabi International). Subject to regulatory approvals, the carrier will base the aircraft out of Delhi International for use on flights to Bengaluru International and other local destinations, as well as to Hong Kong International, Hanoi Noi Bai International, and Singapore Changi regionally.
“The launch of dedicated freighter operations is a landmark moment for Jet Airways as it enables the airline to provide, for the first time, freighter services for customers in India and around the world," Cramer Ball, Chief Executive Officer, Jet Airways, said.
Indian media reports claim the carrier applied to the Indian authorities to lease one aircraft with an additional two to act as back-up machines for a period of two years. New Delhi, however, reportedly only agreed to a six-month term initially.
