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ModerateJun 24, 2026FedEx MD-11 Fleet Transition: Capacity Shifts in Air Cargo
FedEx is managing a strategic transition of its MD-11 cargo fleet, with some aircraft returning to active service while others are being retired. This reflects the carrier's ongoing fleet modernizatio
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High ImpactMay 11, 2026FedEx MD-11 Fleet Returns to Service After FAA Safety Clearance
The Federal Aviation Administration has authorized the return of McDannell Douglas MD-11 freighter aircraft to commercial service, marking a significant milestone for FedEx's cargo operations. After a
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Shipping & Freight
ModerateMay 11, 2026FedEx MD-11 Returns to Cargo Service After Six-Month Grounding
FedEx has successfully returned one of its MD-11 aircraft to revenue service following a six-month grounding period, representing a significant restoration of cargo capacity to the carrier's global ai
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