Airbus A300B4-622R(F)

Tyler Graczyk 🇺🇸

18 Dec 2025 · © Tyler Graczyk

FedEx A300 about to touch down at EWR (4/19/2022)

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Nikon D5100

Newark Liberty International Airport

EWR/KEWR · Runway 29

40.7054, -74.1600

Aviation History

The Airbus A300 was the world's first twin-engined widebody airliner and the cargo variant remains a workhorse in express freight fleets like FedEx.

Fleet Rarity

Fewer than 200 A300 freighters are active worldwide (FedEx is the main operator).

Record Flights

Has operated global express cargo flights, including intense overnight operations for FedEx between major US and international hubs.

Safety & Events

Some FedEx A300s have been involved in non-fatal incidents and heavy landings but have demonstrated a solid service record overall.

Future Outlook

Slowly being retired and replaced by newer aircraft, but still active with FedEx in the mid-2020s.

Pratt & Whitney PW4158

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