The Air France-KLM group will reduce its orders for the Airbus A350F (Freighter) from eight to six aircraft amid the freighter's delayed entry into service. The group remains committed to a mixed cargo fleet, operating dedicated freighters and taking advantage of belly hold capacity.

The group’s reduced order follows Air Lease Corporation’s cancellation of an order for seven A350Fs. The A350F is expected to enter service in 2027, replacing older freighters in various airline fleets. However, prospective operators will have to wait as the program has faced delays.

Ensuring Operational Efficiency

The group was initially supposed to take delivery of eight A350Fs - four for Air France Cargo and four for Martinair , its Dutch cargo subsidiary. However, one aircraft will be re

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