Western Global Airlines MD-11F, one of the few remaining active MD-11 freighters, captured at an airport with classic tri-jet lines.

Western Global Airlines MD-11F (N781SN) performs a classic smoky touchdown, capturing the trijet's enduring appeal in cargo service.

Queen of the Skies taking off from ORD.

MD-11

WGN B744F

KLCK Boeing 747-400F

KLCK MD-11F engine CF6

KLCK MD-11 rotating off of the runway

KLCK

Sitting at the ORD cargo terminal

Great spot to see!

Spotted this old bird from the 9th floor of the Holiday Inn near MIA. The hotel has a viewing deck, next to the restaurant. Will stay there again.

The MD-11 is instantly recognizable by its tri-engine configuration, with one engine mounted in the tail and two under the wings. This specific aircraft is in an all-white livery, which is common for cargo operators or r…

Plain white livery suggests this is a leased or ACMI operator, or possibly aircraft between carriers.