RetailDetail EU
Europe - EN
  • België - NL
  • Belgique - FR
  • Nederland - NL
  • Europe - EN
  • About us
  • Contact
  • Subscribe
  • Sign in user
  • News
    • Food
    • Fashion
    • Home
    • Electronics
    • Beauty/Care
    • DIY/Garden
    • Leisure
    • General
  • Events
  • Hunts
  • RetailHub
  • Advertising & Partnerships
    • Online advertising
    • Print advertising
    • Event partnerships
RetailDetail EU
Europe - EN
  • België - NL
  • Belgique - FR
  • Nederland - NL
  • Europe - EN
  • About us
  • Contact
  • Sign in user
  • News
    • Food
    • Fashion
    • Home
    • Electronics
    • Beauty/Care
    • DIY/Garden
    • Leisure
    • General
  • Events
  • Hunts
  • RetailHub
  • Advertising & Partnerships
    • Online advertising
    • Print advertising
    • Event partnerships
thumb
Written by Pascal Sabbe
In this article
Share article
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • twitter
  • linkedin
  • email

Amazon buys a dozen planes and flies to Europe

iconGeneral6 January, 2021

For the first time, Amazon has bought its own aircraft: 11 used passenger Boeings are converted into cargo aeroplanes. The e-commerce giant is also flying to Europe: in Germany, Amazon Air is now leasing two planes.

 

First in-house jets

Amazon confirms its aerial ambitions: Jeff Bezos’ company buys eleven Boeing 767-300 jets from airlines Delta and WestJet, which, after conversion, will be used for Amazon’s air transportation. The jets are already numbers 84 and 85 in Amazon Air’s fleet, but it is the first time the e-commerce giant has bought an aircraft. Up until now, the company stuck to leasing.

 

Vice president of Amazon Global Air, Sarah Rhoads, says “the purchase is a next natural step,” according to GeekWire. By having a mix of both leased and owned aircraft, the company can “better manage its growing fleet and can meet promises to customers.”

 

Two European flights

By the end of 2022, Amazon Air wants to have a network of more than 85 cargo planes. However, it does not stop there. Since 2017, Cincinnati airport in the US alone holds over a hundred Amazon cargo planes. The e-commerce giant does not (yet) fly them: this is delegated to different operators.

 

In the meantime, the first Amazon planes can also be spotted in Europe: since November, two Prime Air Boeings take off daily at Leipzig Airport, Germany’s second-largest cargo airport. Amazon has a brand-new 20,000 sq metre cargo hub there, where 200 members of staff can be employed.

Stay up-to-date

Receive our free newsletters and do not miss out on the latest retail news.

Subscribe
logo

For the first time, Amazon has bought its own aircraft: 11 used passenger Boeings are converted into cargo aeroplanes. The e-commerce giant is also flying to Europe: in Germany, Amazon Air is now leasing two planes.   First in-house jets Amazon confirms its aerial ambitions: Jeff Bezos’ company buys eleven Boeing 767-300 jets from airlines Delta and WestJet, which, after conversion, will be used for Amazon’s air transportation. The jets are already numbers 84 and 85 in Amazon Air’s fleet, but it is the first time the e-commerce giant has bought an aircraft. Up until now, the company stuck to...

More on General
See more
  • iconGeneral12 August, 2022
    Judge: “Not clear that hitting order button means you have to pay”

    Isn't an order button enough to make it clear to customers that they have to pay? A judge in Amsterdam rules that it is not, in a dispute between Bol.com and a customer. The ruling is remarkable news for many web shops.

  • iconGeneral5 August, 2022
    Alibaba focuses on food as sales stall

    Due to the continuing pandemic measures in China, Alibaba's turnover remained flat last quarter. It is the first time ever that the e-commerce giant did not grow, but still the results are a lot better than expected.

  • iconGeneral5 August, 2022
    “No IPO for bol.com (yet)”

    There will be no IPO for bol.com this year after all: parent company Ahold Delhaize appears to have no desire to take its golden boy public in the current economic climate.

Events
  • 14
    Sep
    Captains of Retail 2022
  • 22
    Sep
    RetailDetail Day 2022
  • 13
    Oct
    Human Resources & People Congress
  • 20
    Oct
    Trade & Shopper Marketing Congress
  • 24
    Nov
    RetailDetail Night 2022
Most read
  • iconFood10 August, 2022
    Ahold Delhaize to buy US competitor Albertsons?
  • iconFashion18 July, 2022
    In pictures: Nike launches two new store concepts
  • iconFashion15 July, 2022
    Uniqlo aims for record profit
  • iconFashion5 August, 2022
    China and Russia hold Adidas back
Follow RetailDetail
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • linkedIn
footer-logo
RetailDetail, the leading b2b-retailcommunity in the Benelux, keeps retail professionals up-to-date by means of online & offline publications, retail events, inspiring retail hunts and the unique co-creation platform retailhub, where retailers and their suppliers can experience the future of shopping.
RetailDetail Mailing Address:
Kolveniersstraat 7, bus 26 
2000 Antwerp
Visiting address:
Stadsfeestzaal – Meir 78 
2000 Antwerp
How to reach us:
Directions
© 2022 RetailDetail
general conditions | privacy policy
+32 3 500 89 59 info@retaildetail.be
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
Accept All
Manage consent

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Non-necessary
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
SAVE & ACCEPT