Boeing 767-200BDSF

The Boeing 767‑200BDSF is a passenger‑to‑freighter conversion of the original 767‑200, undertaken by Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. (IAI) under the Boeing‑developed BDSF (Boeing Converted Freighter) program. The base aircraft entered commercial service in 1982, quickly becoming a workhorse for medium‑range, twin‑aisle operations. As airlines retired aging 767‑200s, IAI began converting them in the early 2000s, with the first BDSF delivery occurring in 2005. The conversion takes place at IAI’s ATA facility in Israel, where the cabin is stripped, a reinforced floor is installed, and a large forward‑facing cargo door and side doors are fitted to accommodate standard Unit Load Devices. Modern avionics and a fully integrated cargo handling system are added, while the Pratt & Whitney JT9D or CF6‑80C2 engines are retained.

Key features include a maximum payload of roughly 53 tonnes, a range of about 6 200 km when fully loaded, and an operational ceiling of 41 000 ft. The aircraft’s twin‑engine efficiency, wide‑body volume, and relatively low conversion cost have made it attractive to major integrators such as FedEx, UPS and DHL, as well as smaller charter operators. By extending the service life of existing airframes, the 767‑200BDSF provides a cost‑effective solution that supports global freight growth while reducing the need for new aircraft production, underscoring its lasting significance in contemporary air cargo logistics.