World Airways Operates MD-11 Freighter for Air France

PEACHTREE CITY, Ga., Sept. 3 /PRNewswire/ -- World Airways has signed a contract with Air France to operate one MD-11F on a full-time basis for service from France to a variety of destinations in North Africa and a weekly flight to Brazil. World Airways began operating the aircraft for Air France on Aug. 31, 2008. This is the second consecutive year that World Airways has provided a freighter aircraft to help Air France meet its African market requirements.

"Air France is a leader in the airline industry, and we are pleased with the opportunity to partner with them for an MD-11F to help meet their cargo lift requirements," said Jeff Sanborn, chief marketing officer.

World Airways, a subsidiary of Global Aero Logistics Inc., is a U.S.- certificated air carrier providing customized transportation services for major international passenger and cargo carriers, international freight forwarders, the United States military and international leisure tour operators. Founded in 1948, World Airways operates a fleet of wide-body aircraft to meet the specialized needs of its customers.