AVULD

AVULD A2 collapsible graphene carbon fiber ULD
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AVULD A2

IATA code: DAA

Collapsible graphene carbon fiber A2 ULD concept for cargo-handling and empty-container storage. Reference internal volume: 12.6 m³; reference gross-weight target: 6033 kg. Final AVULD specifications require confirmation.

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Empty-weight comparison

Conventional ULD reference empty weight215 kg / 474 lb
Collapsible GCFP ULD empty weight126 kg / 277.8 lb
Weight saved against reference89 kg / 196.2 lb41.4% reduction

GCFP weight status: Engineering-calculated

Reference weight depends on manufacturer, materials and configuration. Calculated or estimated weights are identified above. Maximum gross weight includes the container and cargo.

AVULD A2 is part of Avimetal’s proposed collapsible graphene carbon fiber ULD range, designed to reduce empty-container weight and storage space. Contact Avimetal for development, manufacturing and partnership inquiries.

Supplied chart: A2 contoured container; IATA code DAA; classification A2. Chart internal volume 12.6 m³ (444 ft³ as printed); maximum gross 6033 kg (13300 lb as printed). Chart envelope labels 125 × 88 × 79 in. Imperial and metric figures are rounded and may differ.

Aircraft applications updated 25 October 2026: Legacy chart references for DAA A2: Boeing 747/747F, DC-8, DC-10 and Airbus A300/F. No newer aircraft compatibility is asserted. Boeing 747-8F, 777F/777-8F, 787, Airbus A330 freighters and A350F require confirmation of DAA contour, door clearance, deck and restraint system.

Aircraft scope: A320neo/A321neo (including LR/XLR variants) use reduced-height LD3-45W/AKH configurations where a container loading system is installed; the full-height 64 in ULDs in this catalog are not interchangeable with LD3-45. Boeing 737 MAX and Airbus A220 are not added as standard lower-hold applications for this catalog.

Product specifications

Identity

Model nameA2
SKU (unique)AVULD-A2
ULD typeA2
IATA codeDAA
Alternate codesTo be confirmed
Rate classificationTo be confirmed
ForkableTo be confirmed

Materials

Panel materialGraphene carbon fiber (GCFP)
Frame materialGCFRP Aluminum Composite
Base materialGCFRP Aluminum Composite
Hinge / folding mechanismCollapsible concept; model-specific folding geometry to be confirmed
Door typeSolid
Insulation / temperature performanceGCFRP

Dimensions (mm)

Base length3,175 mm
Base width2,235.2 mm
Overall length3,175 mm
Overall width2,235.2 mm
Overall height2,006.6 mm
Door opening widthTo be confirmed
Door opening heightTo be confirmed
Folded length3,175 mm
Folded width2,235.2 mm
Folded height299 mm

Capacity

Internal volume (m³)12.6 m³
Maximum gross weight (kg)6,033 kg / 13,300.5 lb
Load-rating statusDesign target
Calculated maximum payload5,907 kg / 13,022.7 lb

Folding

Expanded occupied volume (m³)To be confirmed
Folded occupied volume (m³)To be confirmed
Occupied-volume reductionTo be confirmed
Folding time (minutes)To be confirmed
People requiredTo be confirmed

Compatibility and development

Intended aircraft applicationsLegacy chart references for DAA A2: Boeing 747/747F, DC-8, DC-10 and Airbus A300/F. No newer aircraft compatibility is asserted. Boeing 747-8F, 777F/777-8F, 787, Airbus A330 freighters and A350F require confirmation of DAA contour, door clearance, deck and restraint system.
Testing statusNo model-specific test report supplied.
Approval / certification statusApproval status to be confirmed; no model-specific approval document supplied.
Approval reference / limitationsFAA TSO

Commercial

Minimum order quantityTo be confirmed
Production lead timeTo be confirmed
WarrantyTo be confirmed