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CAL Cargo Air Lines
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Israel's dedicated international air cargo carrier.
Founded
1976
Headquarters
Tel Aviv, Israel
CAL Cargo Air Lines is an Israeli all-cargo airline headquartered at Ben Gurion International Airport near Tel Aviv. Founded in 1976, the carrier specializes in the transportation of freight, including general cargo, express shipments, and special cargo such as live animals, pharmaceuticals, and dangerous goods.
The airline operates scheduled and charter freighter services connecting Israel with destinations across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. CAL has built a reputation for handling time-sensitive and high-value cargo, serving major international trade lanes.
CAL Cargo Air Lines is privately held and has historically been affiliated with the Israeli logistics and aviation sector. The carrier maintains IATA membership and adheres to international safety and quality standards for cargo operations.
Hubs & network
CAL Cargo Air Lines operates primarily out of Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) near Tel Aviv.
Fleet
CAL Cargo Air Lines operates Boeing 747 freighter aircraft, including 747-400F variants, for its international cargo routes.
Notable facts
- ›CAL is one of Israel's longest-established cargo airlines, founded in 1976.
- ›The airline specializes in special cargo categories including live animals, pharmaceuticals, and hazardous materials.
- ›CAL operates scheduled freighter routes to Europe, Asia, and North America.
- ›The carrier uses the ICAO callsign 'ICL' and IATA code '5C'.
- ›CAL has served as an important link for Israeli exporters and importers needing dedicated air freight capacity.
This profile is provided for general information only. Contact details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airline's official website before acting on them.
Primary hubs
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BOC → SJODHT
DRK → SJODHT
FON → XQPDHT
GLF → PJMDHT
LIR → SJODHT
LIR → SYQDHT
LIR → TNODHT
MGA → SJODHT
NOB → TMUCNA
PJM → SJODHT
PMZ → SJOCNA
SJO → BOCDHT
SJO → DRKDHT
SJO → FONDHT
SJO → GLFDHT
SJO → MGADHT
SJO → NOBCNA
SJO → PJMDHT
SJO → TMUDHT
SJO → TNODHT
SJO → TTQCNA
SJO → XQPCNA DHT
SYQ → LIRDHT
TMU → SJOCNA DHT
TNO → LIRDHT
TNO → SJODHT
TTQ → SJOCNA
XQP → PMZCNA
XQP → SJOCNA DHT
Fleet (aircraft types operated)
Encyclopaedia
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