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Old 22nd Sep 2009, 21:22
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Boeing delivers FedEx’s first 777 Freighter

FedEx Express welcomed its first Boeing 777 Freighter into its fleet today.


“The 777F is a game-changer,” said Michael L. Ducker, president, International, FedEx Express. “Its operational efficiencies and environmental benefits alone are impressive, but combine those advantages with the service improvements it delivers and FedEx will be able to take international shipping to another level.


FedEx will put the 777 Freighter on a route traditionally filled by its MD-11s. Boeing’s 777 Freighter not only allows FedEx to fly farther and faster, it increases the amount of cargo that can be carried, compared to an MD-11.

The 777 Freighter can fly 2,400 nautical miles farther than the MD-11. It reduces transit times between the U.S. and Asia by three hours. And it carries 14,000 pounds more than the MD-11.


“Our customers around the world will benefit from more point-to-point routes and the shorter flight times, increasing their competitiveness in the global marketplace,” Ducker said.

FedEx plans to add 15 Freighters to its fleet by the end of 2014 and another 15 from 2014 to 2019
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They are going through acceptance right now but the First B777F for FedEx has not been delivered yet. It is expected soon.
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It (N850FD) was doing some acceptance flights at KPAE on Monday. Believe it gets delivered to MEM on Saturday.
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Arrived about 2 1/2 hrs ago in MEM.
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From some info posted on flightblogger it looks as if it could be equipped with HUD and enhanced vision, is that really true? Just curious, so if it is some kind of classified data just ridicule me
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I wouldn't be surprised, the MD11's have them.
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