COVID-19: Airlines Use Passenger Planes For Cargo Operations

In a global effort to transport essential supplies, airlines are turning their focus to cargo; a vital partner in delivering much-needed medicines and medical equipment, while keeping global supply chains open. Passenger loads have virtually evaporated since the global spread of COVID-19, with over 185,000 flights cancelled since the end of January 2020. Most passenger aircraft carry air cargo in the belly hold, directly underneath the passenger cabins. Lost passenger capacity is being utilised to transport cargo, which is playing … Continue reading COVID-19: Airlines Use Passenger Planes For Cargo Operations