News / TAP Air Portugal steps into freighters, as would-be suitor Certares circles

TAP Air Portugal has taken its first – and possibly last – tentative step into air cargo, with one converted A330F.

Last year it announced plans to operate two converted A330 freighters, acquired from lessor Aviator Capital, but delays with certification has meant it had to adjust its plans and will keep one as a passenger aircraft.

The freighter was due to operate its first flight last week, from Lisbon to Toronto.

However, the airline could see more freighter action if a government ...