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IAI’s first A330-300BDSF freighter completes maiden flight, entering Airbus widebody conversion market

Israel Aerospace Industries has flown its first converted Airbus A330-300 freighter, launching the certification campaign for the A330-300BDSF. The aircraft can carry up to 61 tonnes across 30 containers, marking IAI’s entry into the Airbus widebody passenger-to-freighter conversion segment.

Discovered 2026-09-07T00:54:23.291026-07:00 | 2026-09-07T00:54:23.291026-07:00

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IAI’s maiden flight marks its entry into the Airbus widebody passenger-to-freighter conversion market, expanding the competitive field for A330 freighter conversions.
The A330-300BDSF is designed for up to 61 tonnes of cargo in 30 containers, providing operators with another widebody freighter option as conversion programs support fleet and capacity planning.
The flight begins the aircraft’s certification campaign; certification progress will determine when the platform can enter commercial service.

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