McDonnell Douglas MD-11F

31 Dec 2025 · © Unknown

The distinctive FedEx tail and tri-jet engine configuration are strong indicators of the MD-11F. Cargo containers can be seen on the ramp for loading.

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eli1483d · 05 Feb 2026

🔧 Data Correction: Hard to tell what airport

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Aircraft

MD-11F MD11

FedEx Express

Airline

FedEx Express

FDX / FX

Manufacturer

McDonnell Douglas

Gear

iPhone

Insights

Aviation History

The MD-11F is a dedicated freighter variant of the MD-11, a tri-jet wide-body airliner. FedEx is the world's largest operator of the MD-11F, which is primarily used on long-haul cargo flights. The MD-11 has been retired from most passenger service and now serves mostly as a freighter.

Fleet Rarity

Relatively rare, as there are fewer than 100 active MD-11Fs in commercial operation worldwide, almost entirely in the hands of cargo airlines.

Record Flights

MD-11Fs regularly operate major intercontinental routes including transpacific and transatlantic cargo flights.

Safety & Events

FedEx MD-11s have had several notable landing incidents, primarily due to handling characteristics; however, the aircraft remains a workhorse of the fleet.

Future Outlook

MD-11Fs are gradually being replaced by more modern, fuel-efficient cargo aircraft like the Boeing 777F. FedEx is expected to retire its MD-11 fleet in the coming years.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney PW4460 or General Electric CF6-80C2D1F (model-specific, not visible)

Engine

51.66 meters

Wingspan

61.2 meters

Length

6,840 km (full cargo payload)

Range

876 km/h

Speed

Up to 93,000 kg cargo

Capacity

286,000 kg

MTOW

17.6 meters

Height

274 kN (61,600 lbf) per engine, model dependent

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3 (older technology, non-chapter 4 compliant)

Noise

Registration not readable; some details are typical of the type/model due to partial view.