Airline · Luxembourg

Cargolux

Europe's largest all-cargo airline operates out of tiny Luxembourg — proving you don't need a big country to run a big airline. Cargolux 747 freighters are spotted everywhere from Anchorage to Nairobi. They can haul literally anything, including live horses.

Callsign
CARGOLUX
ICAO code
CLX
IATA code
CV
Founded
1970
Headquarters
Sandweiler, Luxembourg
Hubs
LUX
Fun fact

Cargolux regularly transports racehorses, zoo animals, and even beluga whales in their 747 freighters. Their livestock handling operation is world-famous.

Quick answers

What is Cargolux's callsign?

"CARGOLUX". On the radio a flight is called by that word plus its flight number, and on a live map its callsign starts with CLX.

What are Cargolux's airline codes?

ICAO CLX, IATA CV. Tickets and departure boards use the two-letter IATA code; air traffic control and flight data use the three-letter ICAO code.

Where are Cargolux's hubs?

Luxembourg (LUX).

Aircraft you’ll see in Cargolux colors

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