Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) has delivered its first A321-200 passenger-to-freighter (P2F) conversion certified by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to Warsaw Cargo.
This leased freighter is the first ever aircraft for Poland-based cargo startup Warsaw Cargo, and the airline will use it to launch operations.
New York-based lessor ATSG said the narrowbody A321-200PCF was converted through 321 Precision Conversions, a joint venture between ATSG and Precision Aircraft Solutions (PAS).
ATSG developed the design for the A321P2F with PAS, receiving a supplemental-type certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration for the configuration in 2021.
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approved 321 Precision's A321-200 conversion at the beginning of 2024.
The aircraft features containerised maindeck cargo capability and has a payload capacity of up to 27 tons. Its design makes it particularly well-suited for time-sensitive shipments in high-density, short-to-medium-haul markets, said ATSG.
“ATSG continues to grow its global leasing fleet with high-performance, fuel-efficient aircraft, providing flexible, reliable aircraft solutions tailored to our clients’ operational goals,” said Todd France, chief commercial officer of ATSG.
“This delivery represents another milestone in our international growth strategy and supports Warsaw Cargo’s vision to expand reliable cargo service across Europe.”
Warsaw Cargo specialises in flexible ACMI and charter solutions for both short- and long-term cargo operations.
The addition of the A321PCF is expected to help Warsaw Cargo enhance service across Europe and adjacent regions, as well as meet growing demand for regional express and e-commerce cargo.
“As a new cargo carrier, we’re focused on building a strong foundation with the right partners and the right equipment,” said Jarosław Chłopecki, chief executive of Warsaw Cargo.
“This A321 freighter allows us to launch operations with a reliable, efficient aircraft platform, and ATSG’s expertise and support have been instrumental. We’re excited to meet the growing demand for regional cargo service across Europe.”
