McDonnell Douglas MD-11F

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05 Aug 2026 · © SoonerAlum93

Cargo terminal at PHX

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Aircraft

MD-11F MD11F

FedEx Express standard livery

Airline

FedEx

FDX / FX

Manufacturer

McDonnell Douglas

Gear

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Apple iPhone 15 Pro back triple camera 6.765mm f/1.78

Achievements

Cargo King, Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager

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Photo grade

Score: 60.0

Soft focus hurts details; aircraft blends into busy background and tower bisects tail. Lighting is flat, but livery is clear.

Location

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

PHX/KPHX

33.4353, -112.0060

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Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport PHX

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The MD-11F is one of the last large trijet aircraft in commercial service and forms the backbone of FedEx\'s long-haul freight operations.

Fleet Rarity

FedEx is the world\'s largest operator, but fewer than 120 MD-11Fs remain in active service worldwide, all as freighters.

Record Flights

Often used for transpacific and intercontinental long-haul cargo flights.

Safety & Events

The MD-11 has had some notable incidents, often related to its challenging landing characteristics, but is generally reliable in cargo operations.

Future Outlook

Gradually being phased out and replaced by newer, more efficient freighters such as the Boeing 777F.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW4460 or General Electric CF6-80C2

Engine

51.7 m

Wingspan

61.2 m

Length

6,670 km

Range

876 km/h

Speed

Up to 91,000 kg (cargo capacity)

Capacity

286,000 kg

MTOW

17.6 m

Height

274 kN (61,700 lbf) per engine (GE CF6-80C2), 266 kN (59,500 lbf) per engine (PW4460)

Thrust

Approaches Stage 4 (ICAO), 95-99 dB depending on configuration

Noise