Qatar Airways Cargo named launch customer of Mammoth Freighters 777-200LRMF
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Qatar Airways Cargo has been named launch customer of the Mammoth Freighters 777-200LRMF and has finalised an agreement for five (5) aircraft with Jetran, LLC – a Horseshoe Bay, Texas-based leader in aircraft leasing, sales, and aviation services.
Mark Drusch, Chief Officer Cargo at Qatar Airways Cargo commented: “As the launch customer of the Mammoth 777-200LRMF converted freighter, Qatar Airways Cargo proudly continues to lead global trade as the world’s largest air freight carrier. This additional freighter capacity will be instrumental in advancing our fleet growth and expanding the premium cargo services we provide to customers worldwide. The growth of our fleet with the Mammoth 777s reflects our commitment to operating the largest freighter network and fleet in the industry.
Mammoth Freighters LLC (“Mammoth”) has also announced the successful completion of the initial test flight of its 777-200LRMF prototype freighter. The prototype aircraft, now registered as N705DN, took to the skies following an extensive and rigorous conversion process at Mammoth’s modification partner facility, Aspire MRO, in Fort Worth, Texas. This achievement demonstrates the advanced capabilities of the Mammoth 777-200LRMF, designed to set new standards for productivity and economy in the long-range widebody freighter market.
“Witnessing the successful completion of the 777-200LRMF’s initial test flight was both exciting and reassuring,”
“This milestone is the culmination of years of dedicated engineering, collaboration, and innovation. Our mission is to deliver one of the world’s most productive and economical long-range freighters, and today’s achievement is a testament to the hard work and expertise of our entire team and partners.” said Bill Tarpley, CEO of Mammoth. “We are also thrilled to announce Qatar Airways Cargo as the launch customer for our 777-200LRMF freighter. Their commitment reflects the long-term value and capabilities this aircraft offers.”
“Witnessing the successful completion of the 777-200LRMF’s initial test flight was both exciting and reassuring,” said Jetran’s CEO, Jordan Jaffe. “The aircraft exceeded expectations and reinforced our confidence in Mammoth’s engineering and conversion capabilities. We’re proud to have Qatar Airways Cargo play such a prominent role as launch customer for this groundbreaking program and look forward to its certification and entry into service.”
The Mammoth 777-200LRMF features the advanced Collins Aerospace cargo loading system, specifically optimized for the 777 passenger-to-freighter market. This system, developed over three years of close collaboration, ensures high levels of parts commonality and operational reliability—attributes already proven on 777 production freighters worldwide.
Currently, Mammoth has seven (7) 777-200/-300 aircraft undergoing conversion: five (5) at Aspire MRO in Fort Worth, Texas, and two (2) at STS Aviation Services in Manchester, UK. The company holds firm orders for 35 freighter conversions across a diverse portfolio of customers.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which company is converting the 777 passenger planes into freighters?
Which company is converting the 777 passenger planes into freighters?
Mammoth Freighters LLC is responsible for converting the 777 passenger planes into freighter aircraft. They announced the successful completion of the initial test flight for their prototype freighter.
Q.How many 777-200LRMF aircraft has Qatar Airways Cargo agreed to acquire?
How many 777-200LRMF aircraft has Qatar Airways Cargo agreed to acquire?
Qatar Airways Cargo has finalised an agreement for five 777-200LRMF aircraft. This agreement was made with Jetran, LLC, a leader in aircraft leasing, sales, and aviation services.
Q.What is the primary benefit of the cargo loading system used in the Mammoth 777-200LRMF?
What is the primary benefit of the cargo loading system used in the Mammoth 777-200LRMF?
The Collins Aerospace cargo loading system is optimised for the 777 passenger-to-freighter market. It ensures high levels of parts commonality and operational reliability, which have already been proven on existing 777 production freighters.
Q.Where are the 777 aircraft currently undergoing conversion located?
Where are the 777 aircraft currently undergoing conversion located?
Mammoth Freighters currently has seven 777-200/-300 aircraft undergoing conversion. Five are at Aspire MRO in Fort Worth, Texas, and two are at STS Aviation Services in Manchester, UK.
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