Freight Aircraft

Charter a cargo aircraft anywhere in the world for urgent freight, non-standard freight, transport of classified products, temperature-controlled aircraft – whatever the complexity of your cargo, and whatever the delivery deadline, you can count onAEROAFFAIRES ‘s experience in cargo aircraft charter and door-to-door freight delivery. AEROAFFAIRES presents its cargo aircraft charter service.

What is a cargo aircraft?

Cargo aircraft are aircraft specially designed to transport bulky goods or equipment.

Unlike commercial aircraft, airliners or private planes, these types of aircraft are not equipped with seats or passenger facilities. Their mission is to carry out various air transport missions and connections.

These giants of the skies have a large cargo capacity (payload) and can carry tonnes of material and a variety of goods, including :

• parcels
• manufactured goods
• fresh and perishable goods
• live animals
• heavy equipment
• assembly parts

These transport aircraft are used all over the world to carry goods of all kinds. They play an important role in the global economy, enabling companies to transport goods quickly and efficiently from one place to another, even to the other side of the world.

In the case of the military, these aircraft are military transport aircraft. They are designed to transport troops and move soldiers or paratroopers. In civil aviation, however, a distinction is made between cargo aircraft (carrier aircraft) and passenger aircraft.

Why charter a cargo aircraft?

Cargo aircraft are often used for long-distance freight transport, both within and outside a country. Many aircraft manufacturers have produced transport aircraft for the global aviation industry.

Cargo airlines provide air freight services for businesses and individuals, offering a fast and reliable alternative to other modes of transport such as road, rail or sea.

These giant aircraft perform a variety of tasks. Our customers use these aircraft to charter cargo planes for :

• Manufactured products: they are often used to transport products manufactured in one country to another, such as computers, telephones, clothing, etc.
• Fresh and perishable products: Cargo aircraft are often used to load and deliver fresh products, such as fruit, vegetables, flowers, fish, meat, etc. They are often equipped with refrigeration systems. They are often equipped with refrigeration systems to keep products fresh during transport.
• Medicines: Thepharmaceutical industry uses this type of transport to deliver medicines, vaccines and medical equipment.
• Dangerous goods: some aircraft are designed to transport dangerous goods, such as chemicals, explosives, lithium batteries, etc. These products aresubject to strict regulations. These products are subject to strict rules to ensure safe transport.
• Live animals: wide-body aircraft are often used to transport live animals, such as horses, pets, zoo animals, etc. They are transported under special conditions to ensure their safety. They are transported under special conditions to ensure their safety and comfort during transport.
• Heavy equipment: cargo aircraft (medium-haul or long-haul) can also carry heavy equipment, such as machinery, spare parts, cars, etc. Such cargo often requires special measures for loading and unloading.
• Works of art: cargo aircraft are used to transport works of art for exhibitions, collectors or international cultural events.

Other types of cargo are also commonly transported, such as :

• industrial equipment
• spare parts
• oversized goods.

Top 5 advantages of transporting goods by cargo aircraft compared with other modes of transport.

Transporting goods by cargo aircraft offers a number of advantages over other modes of transport, including

1. Speed: transport by this type of aircraft is the fastest mode of transport for goods. They are capable of transporting and delivering goods within very short timescales, even to the other side of the world.
2. Reliability: freight airlines have regular flight schedules and well-established routes, which guarantee reliable delivery of goods. What’s more, their teams are experts in handling.
3. Flexibility: cargo aircraft can transport goods virtually anywhere in the world, even to the most remote locations. They can also be used for urgent missions or special cargo.
4. Safety: transporting goods by cargo aircraft is considered to be one of the safest modes of transport. Cargo airlines comply with strict safety standards to guarantee the safety of goods and crews.
5. Cargo capacity: Cargo aircraft have a large cargo capacity, enabling them to carry very large volumes of goods or equipment. The load capacity of a cargo aircraft depends on the type of aircraft and its configuration. On average, a cargo plane can carry between 40 and 100 tonnes of goods. However, there are larger, more specialised cargo aircraft that can carry up to 400 tonnes of freight.

What are the different types of cargo aircraft?

There are several types of cargo aircraft used to transport goods, and put into service by different aircraft manufacturers:

• Dedicated cargo aircraft: these aircraft are specially designed for transporting goods. They have oversized cargo doors and an interior designed to maximise storage space.
• Military transport aircraft: these aircraft are used to transport military goods and can also be used for humanitarian missions.
• Airliners converted into cargo aircraft: these airliners can be converted into cargo aircraft by removing the seats and converting the interior to transport goods.
• Regional jets: these aircraft are used to transport goods over short distances, often between regional towns.
• Light transport aircraft: these are used to transport small quantities of goods over short distances.
• Long-range cargo aircraft: these aircraft are capable of transporting goods over long distances, often across oceans, and are used for intercontinental freight transport.
• Cargo drones: these unmanned aircraft are increasingly used to transport small goods over short distances.

Each of these types of cargo aircraft, which are both transporters and refuellers unlike small aircraft, has its own advantages and disadvantages depending on the specific requirements for transporting goods. All aircraft manufacturers are working to ensure the development of these carriers on the aviation market by developing new ranges of aircraft. This contributes to the development and influence of aviation throughout the world.

AEROAFFAIRES is an expert in the chartering of cargo aircraft:

With more than 350 transport aircraft charters to its credit, AEROAFFAIRES is a leading expert in air freight. During the COVID 19 circus, the entireAEROAFFAIRES team was able to respond to the delivery of surgical masks, thanks to theAntonov 225, before it was destroyed.

The latest mission was for a major name in the pharmaceutical industry. The aim was to move an entire drugs factory. The AEROAFFAIRES teams rose to the challenge.

Since 1991, Isabelle Clerc, CEO of AEROAFFAIRES, has known how to surround herself with the right partners for this type of mission. She has established solid partnerships with airlines specialising in freight. This guarantees you reliable and secure transport solutions. So you can leave the reins of your air transport project to us.

The security and traceability of your transport guaranteed by AEROAFFAIRES.

When it comes to air freight, security and cargo tracking are essential. At Aeroaffaires, we place great importance on both aspects, ensuring compliance with the strictest international security standards and offering real-time tracking solutions to give our customers peace of mind.

When it comes to cargo security, Aeroaffaires is committed to complying with all applicable air cargo regulations and security standards. We work closely with air carriers who have the necessary certifications to guarantee safe loading, unloading and transportation of goods. These carriers are rigorously selected on the basis of their safety record, risk management protocols and compliance with international standards.

Aeroaffaires also offers real-time cargo tracking solutions. Thanks to our advanced tracking system, our customers can follow their cargo every step of the way. Precise information on the location, status and ETA of the cargo is available, giving customers complete visibility of their goods throughout the journey. It also enables transparent communication between the parties involved and facilitates logistical coordination.

In short, at Aeroaffaires, cargo safety is an absolute priority and we are committed to meeting the highest international standards in this area. What’s more, our real-time tracking system provides complete visibility and peace of mind for our customers throughout the journey of their cargo.

Our customers recommend us:

Testimonial from Mr Dupont, Logistics Director of an industrial company:

“We called on AEROAFFAIRES to transport a shipment of spare parts to our production site abroad (Pakistan). Their team was extremely professional and responsive, meeting our specific requirements efficiently. Thanks to their expertise in chartering cargo aircraft, our cargo arrived at its destination in perfect condition and on time. We are fully satisfied with their reliability and the quality of service provided by AEROAFFAIRES

Testimonial from Mrs Martin, Purchasing Manager for a pharmaceutical company:

“AEROAFFAIRES was recommended to us for the transport of our sensitive pharmaceutical products to international destinations. Their team was with us every step of the way, ensuring that our goods were handled with care and in accordance with the strictest safety standards. Real-time tracking of our cargo gave us total peace of mind. AEROAFFAIRES were extremely efficient and we are delighted with our experience with them.“

Testimonial from Mr Leclerc, logistics manager for a construction company:

“We had to move heavy, bulky equipment to a site abroad. AEROAFFAIRES recommended that we charter a cargo aircraft tailored to our specific needs. Their team managed the entire process professionally, coordinating loading, transport and unloading efficiently. Their expertise in airfreight enabled us to meet our tight deadlines. We are extremely satisfied with their service and would highly recommend them.“