Turkish takes delivery of first A330-200F

DR.Temel Kotil

Turkish Airlines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330-300 and first A330-200 freighter at a delivery ceremony in Toulouse. The aircraft will support Turkish Airlines ambitious growth plans in both the passenger and cargo markets.
Joining the airlines exiting passenger aircraft fleet of A320, A330-200 and A340 family aircraft, the A330-300 will be used on medium and long-range routes from the airline's hub in Istanbul. It is the first of  10 of the type ordered by Turkish Airlines in 2009.
"I am delighted to be adding two more A330 Family variants to our fleet," said Dr. Temel Kotil, chief executive officer of Turkish Airlines, "The benefits we will gain from the flexibility of the aircraft and commonality with our existing fleet will provide a strong basis for our continued growth."
"We are proud to have worked with Turkish Airlines as they have evolved into one of the premier airlines in Europe and are delighted that they continue to choose Airbus chief operating officer customers."All versions of the A330 family offer superior economics and reliability, which continue to attract customers worldwide. They are truly the right aircraft for right now."