News / Freighter airline Swiftair continues its upward trajectory with purchase of Cygnus

Spanish freighter operator Swiftair has added two 757Fs to its fleet following the acquisition of Madrid-based Cygnus Air, according to local media.

Swiftair, which has more than 40 aircraft in its fleet, of which nearly 30 are freighters, lists UPS, FedEx and DHL among its customers and operates both scheduled and charter services.

The Cygnus Air 757s are 25 and 30 years old, and the carrier offers wet lease or charter flights. It has been operating on behalf of IAG Cargo with a pharma ...