Turkish Cargo has launched TK AERO, a logistics product developed for the sensitive and time-critical transportation needs of the aviation industry.
The global air cargo brand of Turkish Airlines said TK AERO provides fast and reliable transportation solutions for different operational requirements through its SPARE and ADVANCED options.
"TK AERO SPARE is designed for the flexible, fast, and secure transportation of all aircraft parts, including landing gear, wings, and avionics systems," the carrier said, adding that cargo under this service is accepted without any weight or size limitations. Shipments are carried out using priority handling and loading procedures.
Meanwhile, TK AERO ADVANCED is designed for the transportation of large, heavy, and sensitive aircraft engines as well as helicopter components.
TK AERO goes beyond standard cargo handling by offering engineering-driven planning, digital integration, and tailored operational support for aviation shipments. Each transport begins with a technical evaluation based on the component's structure and aircraft type, followed by a customized loading plan, including engine-specific SOPs.
A certified Aircraft Loadmaster team oversees on-site execution, managing loading, securing, and unloading with specialized equipment and handling protocols. Operations are monitored 24/7, with the TK AERO team coordinating all parties and activating custom procedures for time-critical shipments. Requests are processed digitally through the TKGO platform or website, where pre-booking tools streamline planning and allow for real-time feedback.
"In aviation logistics, designing processes correctly is as important as the concept of time. In developing TK AERO, we put engineering at the center and built an end-to-end system that addresses the varied needs of operations. Thus, we can effortlessly handle the most sensitive operations, ranging from AOG scenarios to engine transports," said Ali Türk, Turkish Airlines chief cargo officer.
"While our reservation processes are supported by digital integration, our on-site operations are carried out by expert teams and defined procedures. TK AERO provides our business partners not only with speed but also with operational continuity and security. With our extensive flight network, modern infrastructure, and technical expertise, we will continue to raise the bar in aviation logistics," he added.
Turkish Cargo noted that in aviation, time loss in AOG (Aircraft on Ground) situations, which cause operations to halt, results in critical consequences, and TK AERO steps in during these scenarios, offering integrated solutions through the TK URGENT service, which is designed for time-critical shipments. AOG shipments are handled on a priority basis, with guaranteed capacity and reservations.
The freight carrier said at the SMARTIST facility in Istanbul Airport, shipments handled quickly are directed to the first available flight with the shortest transfer times.
