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nicolasbta
18th Oct 2015, 02:49
Which operators around the globe and in the US still flying the B727? I just know Amerijet,
In south america still some companys flying this beaty, Colombia has at least 5 B727-200 and 2 B727 SUPER, I know in brasil some companys still flying this..

Would be nice to try to make a list about the operators and de quantity of units on service :hmm:

CargoMatatu
19th Oct 2015, 07:47
RAYA Airways in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

horatio_b
19th Oct 2015, 11:50
World airliner census

https://d1fmezig7cekam.cloudfront.net/VPP/Global/Flight/Airline%20Business/AB%20home/Edit/WorldAirlinerCensus2015.pdf

No Fly Zone
23rd Oct 2015, 05:04
I have no clue about why you are asking and my comment may not be relevant... here goes... Are you seeking a driver's job?

If the (small) fleet that you may be flying is well maintained and in great condition, I'd have zero concerns about the hardware. That said, how do you really know? You could ask to see the fleet's Mx log books during your application process, but that alone might wash you out. What do you know about the carrier itself. (And yes, log books can be faked!) With some homework, look at the carrier's financial reports over several years. Good, bad or ugly? Are you offered any opportunity to meet existing line crew? If so, listen to them.
A well maintained 727-200 does not trouble me in the slightest. A lot of African and SEA carriers do. Please be careful. If the operation does not have a good 'odor,' by your own standards, saying 'thank you,' and walking away may be a very smart move.
Have you considered an upgrade? If your ticket still has a few years remaining, perhaps a new TR is for you...

nicolasbta
27th Oct 2015, 00:32
NoFlyZone
Thanks a good questions the thing is that after more than a year I got the job opportunity to fly it, but its not a safe operation so what I looking is after got some hours here, start my applications in others companies where the op might be better

JanetFlight
27th Oct 2015, 03:37
Come to DRC...Services Air still flying them a lot :)

http://www.servicesaircargo.com/

wanabee777
27th Oct 2015, 09:27
The UN agency began warning about trans-Atlantic drug planes after Nov 2, 2009, when a burned-out Boeing 727 was found in the desert in Mali. Drug smugglers had flown the jet from Venezuela, unloaded it and then torched it, investigators said.

South American gangs using old aircraft to fly cocaine to Africa - Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/northamerica/usa/8135951/South-American-gangs-using-old-aircraft-to-fly-cocaine-to-Africa.html)

JanetFlight
27th Oct 2015, 23:39
Not anymore...they prefer Malta regs GLEX'es :p

FGE319
28th Oct 2015, 05:07
Silk Way have (had) at least one, in a business-only spec IIRC.

I used to see it a lot at my previous airline.

If I recall, it was registered 4L-8888

JanetFlight
28th Oct 2015, 17:20
4K, FGE ;)

wanabee777
28th Oct 2015, 19:17
Zero Gravity Corporation : Our Aircraft (http://www.gozerog.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=about.aircraft)

nicolasbta
29th Oct 2015, 03:12
JanetFlight Come to DRC...Services Air still flying them a lot
Welcome To Services Air - Cargo (http://www.servicesaircargo.com/) Sounds Good! In the website it says the have the SUPER so they are not to old as others!
Do you know the requirements ? Are they hiring?

wanabee777
Zero Gravity Corp
Zero Gravity Corporation : Our Aircraft
:) Flying this would be fantastic but its very difficult to get the jobs im sure they ask for a lot of experience
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Thanks to everyone! I will check your recommendations

JanetFlight
29th Oct 2015, 10:05
Do you know the requirements ?
In DRC....Hummm, dont think so...maybe some Dollars or Euros in your pocket.

Are they hiring?
In DRC...lots of guys running away, so, others comin'in.

In UK u have also a pair of nice&updated 722 flying on behalf of T2 AVIATION LTD//2 EXCEL AVIATION LTD, for oil spilling purposes.

https://twitter.com/t2aviation

Wish u luck my friend ;)

2Bad2Sad
16th Nov 2015, 04:15
IFL cargo Flying them, USA jet one I think.
Kalitta flying 6 of them.
Some other company out of Ohio flying one also.
Someone here does not know how to research well.

Kitoro Kid
16th Nov 2015, 06:06
Astral in Nairobi operating two

MarkerInbound
16th Nov 2015, 15:13
Sounds Good! In the website it says the have the SUPER so they are not to old as others!
The Valsan conversion, AKA the Super 727, is mainly an engine change. Nothing to do with when the airframe was built.

Star1101
16th Dec 2015, 12:05
I'd like to contact Service Air Congo, they are not so easy to get in contact with about flying for them. I believe their fleet is in good shape.

cediazf
9th Jan 2016, 06:14
I know Amerijet is hiring FO,s for the 727. If you are a US person, meaning US citizen or legal resident with an FAA ATP they will be happy to take your application. Recently hired pilots with no jet experience. However, the failure rate among those is high. But the planes are well maintained and under FAA standards. Good luck finding what you want.

Star1101
9th Jan 2016, 20:03
They could expand again with the new traffic rights between Cuba and the USA,
Good deal.

RadarContactLost
10th Jan 2016, 08:09
Kalitta flying 6 of them

Are you sure? I thought all their 727 fleet went to KHA years ago

MarkerInbound
10th Jan 2016, 18:18
There will be a test at the end so pay attention. Kitty Hawk bought all Connie's 727s 20 years ago. Then KH went out of business 8 years ago. Connie got his certificate back but just runs 747s. Kalitta is not Connie even though Connie Kalitta is a legend. Got all that?

2Bad2Sad
12th Jan 2016, 01:08
Many here need to get their facts straight and wake up call!
Kalitta Charters II operates 6 727 for over 10 years now!
Usa Jet operating one now.
Some company out of Ohio just started operation 1 airplane also.
IFL cargo operating 727 also.
Thats a fact Jack!

JasonAlpha
5th Feb 2016, 00:36
Thanks for the information fellow, very usefull! :D:D

plhought
11th Feb 2016, 18:03
in Canada:

CargoJet - 9
Kelowna Flightcraft - 11

capt.m
4th Mar 2016, 08:29
Astral Aviation Ltd based in Nairobi is looking for B727 current capts. Must be a TRI/TRE. PM for more onfo:ok:

Vc10Tail
11th Mar 2016, 16:19
Capt.m

Are you a 727 Freight dog recruiter? At Astral?

capt.m
14th Mar 2016, 14:29
Check your pm

FGE319
23rd Mar 2016, 21:32
4K, FGE ;)

Thanks, sorry, flew 4L-registered aircraft for a short time ;)

Any idea where it (4K-8888) disappeared to? The reg is now belonging to an A319LR, I believe. Quick Google doesn't throw up any answers and waiting for an A9 pilot to get back to me with any ideas.

Newforest2
24th Mar 2016, 09:03
It is a little mystery where 4K-8888 is as it is not listed now on the fleet for Azerbaijan Airlines. The last web photo of this plane would appear to be in June 2015 in Baku.

And it is also not on the fleet list of Silk Way Business Aviation any more.