JOURNAL ARTICLE

UPS, FedEx Scramble to Shore Up Networks Drained by Deadly Crash.

  • Published In: Claims Journal, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: LaPara, Cailley; Johnsson, Julie; Philip, Siddharth 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the challenges faced by United Parcel Service Inc. (UPS) and FedEx Corp. due to the indefinite grounding of the MD-11 jet, a significant component of their air-cargo fleets, following a fatal crash on November 4. The grounding has led to a capacity crunch during the peak holiday shipping season, prompting both companies to seek third-party charters to maintain operations, which may increase costs and slow down some express deliveries. While the grounding is not expected to severely impact holiday shopping due to existing retailer inventories, both companies are exploring options for replacing lost capacity amid a shortage of available freighters. UPS and FedEx are also set to receive new cargo jets from Boeing over the next two years, which may alleviate some operational pressures. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Claims Journal. 2025/11, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:189590060
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