Why a Big 767 Air Cargo Operator Now Likes the Airbus A330

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 08:39 PM ET

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The interior layout of the A330 shows the air transport's large cargo door. Airbus

Key Takeaways:

Air Transport Services Group (ATSG), a leading operator of Boeing 767 freighters, is strategically transitioning to the Airbus A330 for its aircraft leasing and cargo airline businesses.
This shift is primarily driven by the A330's increased cargo capacity (20% more cubic space than the 767), its role in fleet modernization, and recent affordability gains that make its total ownership cost competitive with the 767.
ATSG's move capitalizes on the A330's operational efficiencies, such as cockpit commonality with other Airbus aircraft, and aims to secure long-term, stable lease revenues by meeting the high demand for air cargo capacity, with plans to grow its diversified fleet to over 180 aircraft by 2025.

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Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on FreightWaves.com.

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