Posted Dec 5, 2007, 6:49 PM
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Other updates from Hamilton International Airport (YHM) - Air Bridge Cargo, which is poised to launch flights from its Siberian hub via a Canadian point to Houston with its new Boeing 747-400ERF, also ruled out Toronto for cost reasons, narrowing the choice down to either nearby Hamilton or Montreal-Mirabel.
- Cargojet of Canada, with a large base and hanger at Hamilton International Airport are adding a Boeing 757-200F aircraft. There are un-confirmed reports that a deal for Cargojet to lease in two Boeing 767 freighters from UPS. These aircraft will most likely based in Hamilton.
- Cargojet has also ruled out a move to Toronto, calling the airport's landing fees prohibitive.
- And good for Hamilton, Korean Air Cargo Manager for Canada points out that landing a 747 at Toronto still costs almost $14,000, even after Pearson lowered its rates recently.
Gleaned from other sources.
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