TAKE AN 11-ton electrical switchboard on a time-sensitive deadline and get it from Jakarta to Sydney.
That was the brief for global air charter group Chapman Freeborn, a member of Avia Solutions Group, the world’s largest provider of Aircraft Crew Maintenance and Insurance (ACMI) services.
As well as the outsized cargo, which was transported via charter flight from Jakarta (CGK) to Sydney (SYD), the crew had to overcome logistical and regulatory hurdles before the equipment arrived on schedule.
The switchboard was needed urgently in Sydney for a client’s ongoing operations and had a strict delivery deadline.
Chapman Freeborn’s Australia team organized the charter of an IL-76PS, a specialized heavy-lift cargo aircraft, which was originally developed to deliver heavy machinery to remote areas, for the delivery from Jakarta (CGK) to Sydney (SYD).
A media release from Chapman Freeborn said one complication included dealing with unexpected delays, which occurred multiple times throughout the process.
“This made it vital to ensure there were no issues during the cargo packing and flight itself. By maintaining strong communication across teams and with the client, Chapman Freeborn ensured the delivery deadline was still met,” the release said.
“Another issue was handling the complex regulatory hurdles for deliveries of this type between Indonesia and Australia. For example, it was challenging to obtain flight permits for this delivery, especially in such a short time period.”
According to Cohen Tarzia, business development manager from Chapman Freeborn Australia, a positive attitude and work ethic were important in ensuring the successful delivery of this outsized cargo.
“Our experienced team navigated the regulatory complexities and handled the unexpected delays with determination and expertise. Their ability to precisely coordinate tasks, together with their tenacity, ensured this critical equipment arrived on schedule.
“This meant our client could continue the smooth running of their operations and avoid costly delays.”