N742CK

This entry documents airframe N742CK, a Boeing 747-446(BCF) built in 1989 with manufacturer serial number 24424. The airframe is registered in the US and is owned by KALITTA AIR LLC of Ypsilanti, MI, US, reflecting a corporate ownership profile and an operational linkage to that operator’s cargo network. Notable registry items for this airframe include its conversion to a freighter configuration (BCF) and ongoing identification under the U.S. registration N742CK, with ownership currently recorded as KALITTA AIR LLC. Condition and valuation highlights are derived from its freighter conversion and original-build heritage, signifying a purpose-built cargo role and long-term service life consistent with airframes of its vintage.

This airframe has been presented in a Converted freighter (BCF) layout, with the main deck dedicated to cargo and lower-hold containers accommodated beneath, reflecting a configuration optimized for bulk freight operations. Operated under the ownership of KALITTA AIR LLC, the aircraft’s mission profile centers on long-range, heavy cargo transport consistent with its 7,225 nm range and high cruise speed of 490 kts, enabling extended sector operations between distant hubs. The four General Electric CF6 engines provide the necessary thrust rating of 56,500 lbf each for sustained cruise and payload capability, while maintenance considerations focus on airframe age from its 1989 build and systems adapted during the Boeing Converted Freighter process. Avionics and fit details are specific to the conversion and operator standards in place for this particular airframe.

As a Boeing 747-446(BCF) airframe, N742CK embodies the 747-400 series’ long-range, high-capacity freight niche, augmented by the Boeing Converted Freighter modification to prioritize main-deck cargo flow and lower-hold containerization. The combined attributes of its four CF6-80C2B1F engines, extended range, and high cruise speed define its operational value for sustained intercontinental freight missions. Buyer and operator considerations for this airframe include its 1989 manufacture date, freighter conversion status, and corporate ownership by KALITTA AIR LLC, factors that influence lifecycle maintenance planning and resale positioning within the heavy freighter market.