Seeing an opening with uncertain Boeing product strategy, Airbus advances toward an A350 freighter. Possible buyers urge consideration of an engine from GE.
Decisions made by Airbus in the late 1980s are guiding the future second act for the A330 as a converted package-hauler.
The Airbus A330 can be a good freighter, but the aircraft’s peculiarities offer a challenge to owners and operators.