Flying the FarCargo Boeing 757 Freighter: Salmon to China via Brussels

Flight Overview and Cargo

• ✈️ The flight departs the Faroe Islands on a Boeing 757-200 Freighter operated by FarCargo.
• 📦 The cargo consists of approximately 33 tons of salmon, destined for China via Brussels.
• ⏱️ The flight time to Brussels is approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.

Flight Operations and Routing

• 🛫 The departure from Vagar utilized runway 12 with an Elan departure, followed by a direct routing to Oban.
• 🗺️ The flight path crosses Icelandic and Scottish airspace, passing south of the Shetland Islands.
• 🧑‍✈️ Due to company procedures, the captain performed the departure from Vagar, while the first officer handled the approach and landing in Brussels.

Boeing 757 Freighter Cockpit Features

• 🧑‍ Two crew members (pilot and first officer) operate the flight, managing their own meals and coffee.
• 🍳 A small galley area is present in the cockpit, equipped with an oven for heating meals and a coffee maker.
• 🚽 A lavatory is integrated into the flight deck, similar to those found on passenger jets.
• 🚪 The cockpit has access to the main cargo door and a limited passage to the cargo hold for inspections.

Approach and Landing in Brussels

• 📍 The approach to Brussels utilizes runway 25 right, with a STAR from Woody down to Antwerp.
• 📉 The aircraft descends through various flight levels, adhering to speed and altitude restrictions.
• ✅ The landing in Brussels is described as successful and uneventful, with the cargo of salmon ready for unloading.

Video Content and Availability

• 🎬 This video showcases a roundtrip flight, offering a rare look at the cockpit galley and toilet.
• 🌐 The complete FarCargo Boeing 757 program, featuring 6 flights and running 4 hours and 20 minutes, is available for download with a discount on the 767 Freighter program.