IAI Successfully Completes Airbus A330-300BDSF Conversion Do
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IAI Successfully Completes Airbus A330-300BDSF Conversion Door Cutting Milestone

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), a global leader in passenger-to-freighter (P2F) aircraft conversions, has successfully completed a door cutting phase in its Airbus A330-300BDSF conversion program – an important step in this cargo conversion program. The Airbus A330-300BDSF, is a next-generation, medium-size freighter converted by IAI, offering a competitive, cutting-edge solution for cargo operators seeking to expand and modernize their widebody fleets.

The converted aircraft will feature increased cargo volume, improved loading efficiency and reduced cargo operation turnaround time (TAT), due to the optimized location of its unique main cargo door. Additionally, our platform offers a range of advanced enhancements including multiple Powered Cargo Loading System (PCLS) configurations which maximize flexibility and efficiency during cargo operations as well as a modernized supernumerary area with a fully equipped wet galley and overhead bin, to provide comfort and support for onboard personnel during operations.

The cutting of the Airbus door
Boaz Levy, President and CEO of IAI: "Completing the door cutting phase in our Airbus A330-300BDSF conversion program marks a pivotal milestone in IAI’s mission to deliver next-generation freighter solutions to the global market. This achievement reflects our engineering excellence and reinforces IAI’s position as a world leader in passenger-to-freighter conversions.”

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Yaacov Berkovitz, Executive VP and General Manager of IAI’s Aviation Group: "Cutting the freighter door is a critical, and major milestone in the STC development process and significantly progresses the STC development program. The Airbus A330-300BDSF will provide cargo operators with a highly competitive aircraft that combines increased capacity, operational efficiency and advanced design to meet the evolving demands of modern air freight.”


Publishdate:
Jul 17, 2025
Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI)
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