Innovation
At Air Inuit, challenges are the source of our motivation.
The territory served by Air Inuit imposes daily challenges, we are therefore always looking for innovative solutions to improve our logistics and continue to offer high quality air transportation services to our community.
World’s First Boeing 737-800NG Combi Aircraft
Air Inuit is proud to introduce a world first: the conversion of a Boeing 737-800 Next Generation into a Combi configuration with a fixed cargo bulkhead, purpose-built for northern operations.
This innovative aircraft combines increased cargo capacity with a fully redesigned passenger cabin featuring 90 seats complemented by the large overhead bins, and optimized lighting that adapts to each phase of travel. The aircraft cabin is also certified for the installation of a medical stretcher for lay-down patient travel. The inflight internet streaming is powered by Starlink’s high-speed and low-latency product.
Designed and modified through a close collaboration with KFAero, this aircraft underwent an extensive retrofit program including a cargo door and liner installation, a class B main deck cargo area, full rear cabin reconfiguration and multiple system modifications.
Developed for the realities of Nunavik, this world-first conversion advances safe, flexible, and efficient air service for the communities who rely on us every day.
This 3-year project, from purchase to today, is the result of tireless efforts, valuable contributions and a vision that we all elaborated together.
First Dash-8 Equipped with Large Freight Door
In order to optimize our space capacity and reduce our cargo delivery time, we collaborated with Rockwell Collins to design the world’s first all-cargo Dash-8 equipped with an oversized door. After more than 36 months of planning, design, retrofitting and safety testing, the custom-modified aircraft officially entered the Air Inuit fleet in February 2022.
The large cargo door allows, among other things, to load and unload cargo directly from a pallet, thereby reducing the risk of injuries related to handling freight loads. Loading and unloading times can be shortened and risk of damage to cargo is also reduced. This one-of a kind plane allows us to improve the essential service we provide every day and continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers in Nunavik.
The introduction of this innovative design to Air Inuit's fleet is about recognizing the specific challenges of the communities we serve, and finding an innovative new way to support the development of those communities. Hats off to our team and partners for achieving this.
This initiative was achieved thanks to the expert technical support of Rockwell Collins.
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