Airbus announced that MNG Airlines has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the purchase of two A350F freighters.
The announcement was made on June 18, 2025, at the Paris Air Show 2025.
MNG Airlines (MNGA) is a global logistics provider and e-commerce enabler based in Turkey. Airbus said that the A350F will become a central element in MNG’s future fleet, bringing all the benefits of an all-new freighter to the airline’s operations.
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— Airbus Newsroom (@AirbusPRESS) June 18, 2025
Currently under development, the A350F will carry up to 111 tons with a range of 8,700 km. Powered by Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-97 engines, Airbus said that the A350F will offer up to 40% reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions compared to previous generation aircraft.
Made of over 70% advanced materials, the A350F will be 46 tons lighter than competitors and will feature what Airbus said will be the industry’s largest main deck cargo door. It is the only freighter fully meeting ICAO’s 2027 CO2 standards, and by the time it enters service it will be 50% SAF capable, with a target for 100% by 2030.
“We are delighted to welcome MNG Airlines as the latest customer for the A350F, underscoring the strong market appeal for this game-changing freighter. The A350F will bring new generation efficiency and performance as well as new levels of capacity and unprecedented loading flexibility. We look forward to ensuring a seamless integration into MNG’s operations,” said Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft business.
“This agreement for two A350F deepens a partnership with Airbus across its full range of freighter programmes. This move strengthens our position across key trade lanes, including Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and a growing footprint in North America. It will support both our scheduled and charter operations and give us added flexibility to meet evolving cargo demands, from e-commerce to high-value freight and express logistics,” said CEO of Mapa Group and Chairman of MNG Airlines Murathan Doruk Günal.
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