Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) recently welcomed the inaugural flight of Fly Vaayu from China, marking a significant development for the air cargo industry. Fly Vaayu will establish its operational hub at Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, which serves as a vital link connecting Asia, Africa and Europe.
Expanding air freight network globally
“This is indeed a momentous occasion as well as a milestone for us, as we welcome Fly Vaayu to their new home. Our partnership with Fly Vaayu emphasizes our dedication to broadening air freight across the world through Ras Al Khaimah,” stated Sheikh Salem bin Sultan Al-Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Civil Aviation in Ras Al Khaimah (RAKDCA) and Ras Al Khaimah International Airport Authority.
Sheikh Salem along with Syed Muhammed Raziff Aljunied, Consul General of Singapore; Boon Keng Tan from ST Engineering, Singapore; Vijay Arumbakkam of the Vaayu Group, and other officials, welcomed the carrier.
This initiative also underscores Fly Vaayu’s dedication to pioneering innovative solutions within the aviation sector. Notably, this aircraft is the third Airbus A320 globally to be converted into a freighter (A320P2F). EFW, a joint venture of ST Engineering, Singapore, and Airbus converted this cargo carrier to carry a larger payload cost-efficiently.
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UAE’s dedicated freighter airline
Fly Vaayu’s fleet will support the rapidly growing air freight market. In addition, it will use Ras Al Khaimah International Airport as its hub to connect Asia, Africa, and Europe to the GCC/UAE.
Sheikh Salem also noted that Fly Vaayu is the UAE’s only freighter airline running its global operations from Ras Al Khaimah.
“This landmark reflects our commitment to excellence, defining a new chapter in the aviation legacy of our vibrant emirate. One of the driving forces behind Ras Al Khaimah’s economy lies in its thriving manufacturing and business investments, which clearly indicates that Fly Vaayu aligns with the airport’s strategy. We eagerly anticipate a future of promising opportunities ahead,” he added.
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