ANTONOV Airlines in cooperation with Air Charter Service (Canada) delivered a piece of gold mining equipment and accompanying cargo from Istanbul, Turkey to Calgary, Canada.

The transportation was time-critical due to the urgent need of the specific component required to complete essential repairs in Northern British Columbia. The necessary highly specialized cargo was available exclusively from the Istanbul-based supplier.

The piece was transported on a special frame. It was loaded into the cargo cabin of the AN-124-100 through the rear door using onboard cranes.

"What began as a routine AN-124-100 flight quickly presented unexpected technical challenges. The cargo’s attachment points did not comply with the aircraft’s lashing standards, and no immediate solution was available. Through close coordination with the manufacturer’s engineers and the determination of our team, a compliant solution was developed under time pressure.

The cargo was ultimately secured to meet all safety and operational requirements.

The mission was completed successfully, ensuring uninterrupted operations for the client — and providing our team with valuable operational insight,” commented Olha Danylova, Commercial Executive, Antonov Airlines.

“The ANTONOV team did an outstanding job supporting this critical operation; we are proud to be close associates of ADB,” added Aidan McLaughlin, Charter Consultant ‑ Cargo, ACS Canada.