The flights will be able to carry up to 770 tonnes of cargo for the NHS each week, including PPE and ventilators.
British Airways is boosting the number of cargo flights from China to bring in more vital supplies for health workers.from Shanghai and Beijing each week from 13 up to 21.
They will each carry up to 770 tonnes of cargo for the NHS, including personal protective equipment and ventilators, alongside private freight. British Airways is operating the flights in partnership with its sister company, IAG Cargo, and the Government.The flights will be able to carry up to 770 tonnes of cargo for the NHS each week, including PPE and ventilators Last week it began carrying freight in the cabin – as well as the hold – for the first time.
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