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Boeing announces new 737-800BCF conversion line in India
Boeing 737-800 BCF
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Rafael Ramos
3/17/2023
Despite the cargo market showing a decline compared to 2021 and 2022, according to IATA, new aircraft are needed more than ever. Boeing announced that it will build a new 737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter) conversion line in India, in partnership with GMR Aero Technic.
The facility will be located in the GMR Aero Technic hangar in Hyderbad at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The location is strategic as air cargo volume in India is forecast to grow by 6.4% per year through 2040.
This partnership, announced on the 10th, will allow India to increase its cargo capacity and strengthen its position as a cargo hub in the region.
Boeing has extensive experience in conversions, as more than 1300 planes have been converted to freighters. The conversion involves removing the seats, installing a cargo door, reinforcing the floor and adding structural changes to the aircraft.
The deal will ensure that GMR Aero Technic becomes the first Boeing supplier in India to have the capability to carry out future conversions of domestic and foreign aircraft.
Boeing 737-800BCF
Image: Boeing
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Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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