FLS Aerospace has completed its first freighter conversion of a Boeing 727, and the aircraft has now entered service with TNT Express Worldwide on its European network. The aircraft, a -200 Adv, was modified at FLS' Stansted, UK, centre, using the Aircraft Engineering & Installation Services (AEI), Miami, supplemental type certificate, with the work including the installation of fuselage strengthening, cargo door, cargo-handling system and FedEx Aviation Services Stage 3 hushkits. A D-level maintenance check has also been undertaken. The aircraft is being flown for TNT by Sterling European Airlines, alongside four 727s operated by Hunting Cargo Airlines.
Source: Flight International
