INFORMATIONALDec 20, 2025Memphis at Midnight: Inside FedEx's Global SuperhubWhen considering major hub airports in the United States, few might think of Memphis International Airport (MEM). This facility, which is only the second busiest in Tennessee based on passenger volumes, might not boast an impressive flight schedule from passenger airlines. However, across the airfield from Memphis' passenger terminal, FedEx has turned the airport into a critical cargo superhub. In fact, between the hours of 10:00 PM and 5:00 AM, Memphis becomes the busiest airport in the world.Read More →
NEWSNov 08, 2025UPS and Fedex Ground MD-11 Fleets Following Louisville CrashBoth UPS and FedEx have grounded their MD-11 fleets following a deadly plane crash that killed fourteen people.Read More →
NEWSOct 16, 2024FedEx ‘Panda Express’ Carries 6 Giant Pandas Between Atlanta, Washington DC, and ChinaFedEx just operated a special series charter flight between Chengdu, China, Washington DC, and Atlanta, transporting six giant pandas! Read More →
INFORMATIONALJun 13, 2024A Look Inside the World of Air FreightGlobal commerce is at an all-time high, and aviation is vital in transporting precious commodities from one end of the world to another. With this in mind, it makes sense that various cargo airlines are established globally. These carriers play a big part in helping the economies of their respective nations thrive. That said, let's further explore the world of air freight.Read More →
STORIESJun 01, 2024The World's First Scheduled Air Mail FlightThe world's first scheduled airmail flight began as a triangle between three large cities: Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City. It helped facilitate increased connectivity within the North-Eastern United States by revolutionizing communication, promoting economic growth, and bringing people closer together.Read More →
NEWSNov 06, 2023Dulles Airport Eyes $6 Billion in New Concourses Led by United GrowthMetropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) CEO Jack Potter revealed that it was close to signing an agreement for a $6 billion investment in new concourses, roadway infrastructure, and more. This is all fueled by United Airlines' plans for future growth.Read More →
NEWSJan 10, 2023Amazon Air to Sell Surplus Capacity Onboard its Jets Ahead of Predicted Market SlumpAmazon Air recently announced plans to sell surplus space onboard their planes to other companies. The announcement comes amid predictions that 2023 will see a shrinkage in the global aviation freight market. Here's what you need to know.Read More →
