Boeing tells operators to ground MD-11 planes after UPS crash

There are about 70 MD-11s in service operated by FedEx, UPS and Western Global, according to Boeing. UPS said it is temporarily grounding part of its fleet after the crash. FedEx confirmed it is immediately grounding its 28 MD-11 planes as it conducts a safety review.

UPS, FedEx ground dozens of aircraft at Boeing’s recommendation

The halt to MD-11 flight operations comes after the deadly crash of a UPS aircraft of that type in Louisville, Kentucky.

FAA Bars MD-11 Flights After Fiery UPS Jet Crash

Fire and smoke mark where a UPS cargo plane crashed near Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport on November 04, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky. The fully fueled plane crashed shortly after takeoff with a shelter-in-place order issued for within 5 miles of the airport. Photo: Getty Images
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Lawsuit accuses UPS, General Electric and Boeing of negligence in fatal plane crash in Louisville

A lawsuit was filed Wednesday against UPS, General Electric and Boeing, claiming the companies' recklessness contributed to the plane crash Tuesday at Louisville's airport that killed at least 13 people.
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