The American aircraft manufacturer Boeing is facing a series of challenges like mid-flight door failures, aircraft malfunctions, as well as delays in aircraft production and approvals.

Despite Boeing's challenges, Airbus has been securing orders for its new production freighter A350F.

Latest media reports say that Atlas Air, a major American cargo airline known for its fleet of Boeing wide-body aircraft, is reportedly considering a transition to Airbus.

The company's decision stems from concerns regarding the delivery schedule of Boeing's upcoming freighter, the 777-8F.

In contrast, Airbus plans to launch its Airbus A350 freighter in the first half of 2026.

At the IATA World Cargo Symposium in Hong Kong, Crawford Hamilton, Airbus's Head of Freighter Marketing, addressed the development of the A350F programme in an exclusive interview with STAT Media Group.

Despite the delay to 2026, Crawford highlighted Airbus's substantial aircraft improvements, notably the industry's largest door at 170 inches wide and under 124 inches high.

Additionally, Airbus has increased the payload by two tonnes, from the initial 109 tonnes to 111 tonnes.

Crawford also pointed out that with the discontinuation of the 777F's production by the end of 2027, Airbus finds its main competition in Boeing's 777-8F.

In the global air cargo industry, there’s anticipation among the operators about the arrival of the new Airbus A350F.

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