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Simple Flying Aviation News Podcast

#183: Simple Flying Meets Avensis Aviation's CEO, Cristain Sutter

Aug 18, 2023
Tom interviews Cristian Sutter, CEO of Avensis Aviation, discussing the impact of COVID on the cargo market, Navis as a flagship product, the unique design of an electrically operated plug type main deck cargo door, and the challenges of converting composite fuselage aircraft.
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Quick takeaways

  • The pandemic highlighted the need for passenger-to-freight conversions to meet the increased demand for cargo and address long-term market needs.
  • While short-term demand for passenger-to-freight conversions may fluctuate, there is a strong market for replacement of aging freighters, creating opportunities for new freighters or platform swaps.

Deep dives

The Impact of COVID-19 on the Passenger to Freight Conversion Market

The pandemic had a significant impact on the aviation industry, forcing many to think quickly and adapt. With the halt in commercial aviation, there was a loss of capacity for freighters, while the demand for cargo increased due to online shopping and the need for personal protective equipment. This highlighted the necessity for support in global goods shipment and boosted the demand for passenger to freight conversions. The speaker, Chris Sutter, explains that there was a shift from passenger-focused cabins to freighters as a response to the changing market. This switch provided opportunities in the short-term and also addressed the long-term market needs for cargo conversion designs.

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