Turkish Cargo has expanded its widebody freighter fleet with the addition of a ninth Boeing 777F, part of a four-aircraft order placed in July 2024. The carrier expects to receive three more 777Fs by mid-2026, bringing its total fleet of the type to 12.

The new aircraft will operate on long-haul scheduled routes, primarily serving destinations in the Americas and the Far East. 

The expansion aligns with Turkish Airlines' 2033 Vision, which targets a total fleet of 813 aircraft and an increase in Turkish Cargo's freighter count from 28 to 44.

"As Turkish Cargo, we will expand our Boeing 777F fleet to 12 aircraft in 2026, gaining an additional annual capacity of approximately 220,000 tons," said Ali Türk, chief cargo officer at Turkish Airlines. "This growth will contribute to our fleet streamlining and sustainability goals, while enabling us to offer our business partners greater capacity."

He added that beyond the advantages of fleet expansion, further addition of the Boeing 777F aircraft represents a "strategic investment" that enhances the carrier's operational capabilities with its extended range, superior payload capacity, and enhanced fuel efficiency.

"Guided by our growth strategy centred on widebody freighters, Turkish Cargo will continue to deliver effective solutions to the needs of global trade," Türk added.

The Boeing 777F offers a structural payload of 107 tonnes and a range of 4,970 nautical miles (9,200 km), making it suitable for intercontinental cargo operations.

Boeing's Paul Righi, vice president of sales and marketing for Eurasia and India, commented: "We are excited to build on our partnership and support Turkish Cargo in its growth strategy with more 777 Freighters joining their fleet.

"The unique capabilities of the 777 Freighter will enhance their operations with the capacity and reach to support growing cargo market demand."

According to fleet data from Planespotters.net, Turkish Cargo currently operates nine 777Fs and 10 Airbus A330-200Fs. In addition to the pending 777F deliveries, the airline has five Airbus A350Fs on order.