UPS and FedEx Ground MD-11 Cargo Fleets After Deadly Crash
8 November, 2025
Global logistics giants UPS and FedEx have grounded their entire fleets of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 aircraft following a deadly crash involving a UPS plane in Kentucky. The decision to ground the aging cargo planes was made "out of an abundance of caution" at the recommendation of the aircraft's manufacturer, Boeing. The move affects a significant portion of their air freight capacity and will prompt thorough safety reviews, potentially impacting global supply chains.
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