ASL Airlines United Kingdom operates first B737-800BCF revenue flight
The B737-800BCF will operate five days per week on the airline’s U.K. and European network
ASL Airlines United Kingdom’s first B737-800BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter) entered service with the airline and operated its first revenue service from Paris-CDG to East Midlands (EMA) and on to Belfast International (BFS).
"The aircraft, MSN 35701, registered G-OHJK, joins ATR 72-200, G-OASL in the ASLUK fleet," says an official release.
The B737-800BCF will operate five days per week on the airline’s U.K. and European network serving CDG, EMA and BFS. "The aircraft has been acquired as part of ASL Aviation Holdings’ B737-800BCF fleet renewal programme, which offers higher reliability and lower fuel consumption and operating costs per flight."
The aircraft are used by ASL’s airlines to transport excess cargo and e-commerce freight and can carry up to 23.9 tonnes (52,800 pounds) with a range of up to 3,750 kilometres (2,025 nautical miles).
“We are delighted to welcome our first B737-800BCF aircraft," says John Rawl, Managing Director, ASL Airlines United Kingdom. "This milestone is a positive statement of our confidence in the future of ASLUK and is a step forward as we continue to grow and strengthen our UK airline. Our new aircraft enhances our capabilities and reflects our commitment to our customer service by providing quality and reliable services across our cargo network.”
Headquartered at East Midlands Airport, ASL Airlines United Kingdom received its Air Operator Certificate (AOC) and operating licence from the U.K. Civil Aviation Authority in 2021, the release added.
