Antonov transports 67 tonnes sensitive cargo
Cargo took four days to move from U.S. to Australia in an AN-124-100 aircraft
Ukrainian Antonov Airlines, in cooperation with Air Charter Service, provided an urgent air cargo transport solution to move oversized compressor from San Bernandino, USA to Avalon, Australia on board an AN-124-100 aircraft. The cargo journey took four days, says an official release.
"The total weight of the cargo was 67 tonnes including additional equipment and compressor weighting 35.5 tonnes, 11.33 metre length and 3.63 metre height. The size of the cargo determined the AN-124-100 aircraft type is the only option for transporting the unit by air. For loading and unloading the compressor on the stand ,the special ramp system for tall cargoes was used, designed by in-house Antonov`s engineers as well as onboard winch. The external cranes for cargoes up to 100 tonnes were provided by Air Charter Service at both airports."
After successful delivery to the Avalon airport, the cargo was transported to Winchelsea, Victoria where the compressor and additional equipment will be used at the gas compressor expansion plant, the release added
“One of the airports on the route was extremely loaded to provide us a technical stop, therefore we had to find another one urgently," says Olha Danylova, Commercial Executive, Antonov Airlines. "Taking into consideration the strict deadline on arriving at the destination, both teams showed flexibility and rapidly arranged the alternative route. Thanks to well-coordinated work, we completed the project in time."
Jack Emanuel, Cargo Team Leader, Air Charter Service adds: “We are delighted to work with Antonov Airlines on this crucial project for the energy sector as the global experts for heavy lift cargo transporting. It was a pleasure to work with Antonov`s team, their expertise and professionalism ensured the on-time delivery and a satisfied client."
