Boeing (likely for the two top aircraft); Airbus or Boeing for the bottom aircraft The top two aircraft are likely Boeing 747 (left) and MD-11 or DC-10 (right), both in UPS livery, both are freighters. The bottom aircraft is a twin-engine narrowbody (possibly an Airbus A321 or Boeing 757 or similar, cargo variant) in FedEx livery.

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A classic ramp scene with UPS 747 and MD-11 freighters, alongside a FedEx narrowbody cargo jet, showcasing the backbone of US air cargo operations.

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The top two aircraft are likely Boeing 747 (left) and MD-11 or DC-10 (right), both in UPS livery, both are freighters. The bottom aircraft is a twin-engine narrowbody (possibly an Airbus A321 or Boeing 757 or similar, cargo variant) in FedEx livery.

UPS Airlines (top two aircraft); FedEx Express (bottom aircraft)

Airline

UPS Airlines (top 2), FedEx Express (bottom)

Manufacturer

Boeing (likely for the two top aircraft); Airbus or Boeing for the bottom aircraft

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Apple iPhone 15 Apple iPhone 15 back dual wide camera 5.96mm f/1.6

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Cargo King, Vintage Voyager, Ultra-Long-Haul, Winglet Watcher, Boeing Beginner, Airbus Aficionado, Queen of the Skies, Narrowbody Ninja, Tail Fin Collector

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Score: 59.0

Blurry through window and haze reduces detail, but nice overhead view of ramp action with three cargo jets visible.

Location

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field

MSP/KMSP

44.8801, -93.2217

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Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field MSP

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Aviation History

The Boeing 747 and MD-11 are iconic cargo freighters; both types are important in global air cargo. FedEx and UPS are the largest operators of these legacy long-range freighters in the US.

Fleet Rarity

MD-11F (especially in UPS livery) is growing rare as fleets retire them. 747-8F still active but 747 overall is in decline.

Safety & Events

Both types have a long commercial history and several notable cargo-related incidents.

Future Outlook

UPS and FedEx are gradually retiring these aircraft in favor of newer, more efficient models.