Scheduled and ad-hoc services will fly to Rockford with a combination of Boeing 777 Freighters and 777-300ER mini-freighters.
Services to Rockford will complement connections to Chicago O’Hare airport and Rickenbacker International Airport in Columbus, Ohio.
Nabil Sultan, Emirates Divisional Senior Vice President says: “Emirates SkyCargo is delighted to commence operations to Chicago Rockford International Airport, adding yet more connectivity to further boost trade between the US Midwest and the rest of the world.”
Mike Dunn, Executive Director of Chicago Rockford International Airport says: “This exciting new air cargo service will provide added choice for importers and exporters looking to ship into and out of the Chicago Midwest market and wider catchment area, where this new network combination of Emirates and RFD can play a vital role in providing the flexibility, cost savings and efficiencies air cargo shippers are looking for as we enter a new era of air cargo operations.”