PEMCO redelivers 17th B737 conversion to SF

Aircraft manufacturers Asia Pacific Airlines

November 4, 2016

Pemco World Air Services (PEMCO) has announced the redelivery of another B737-300 passenger-to-freighter converted aircraft to China-based SF Airlines.

SF Airlines is a leading courier in China providing delivery service to over 15 countries, including the US.

The latest redelivery marks the 17th B737-300/400 PEMCO-converted aircraft to SF Airlines. The aircraft modification was performed by its partner STAECO in Jinan Shandong, who is in the process of converting two more aircraft to be added to SF Airlines’ cargo fleet by year-end.

PEMCO director of conversion programs, Mike Andrews says: “We’re proud to see the continued growth of SF Airlines. And honored our converted aircraft contribute to the company’s successful cargo business.”

SF Airlines’ new B737-300 PEMCO-converted aircraft features nine pallet positions, and with up to 43,100 pounds of payload, 4,600 cubic feet of total volume, and a max range exceeding 2,000 miles.

James Graham

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