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Spotter's notes
Photo captures pronounced wing vortices, common on humid days with heavy aircraft departures. MD-11 is distinctive for its three-engine layout and upward canted winglets.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
MD11
Model
MD-11
Manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas
Airline
FedEx (likely, not 100% certain from image)
Airline Code
FDX / FX
Livery
FedEx (assumed from general coloration and typical operator, though not fully clear)
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney PW4460 or General Electric CF6-80C2D1F (common types for MD-11)
Thrust
PW4460: 273 kN (61,600 lbf) / CF6-80C2D1F: 274 kN (61,600 lbf)
Wingspan
51.66 meters
Length
61.2 meters
Height
17.6 meters
MTOW
286,000 kilograms
Range
6,670 kilometers
Capacity
323 passengers (standard two class); typically used as freighter with a cargo capacity up to 91,000 kg
Cruise Speed
876 km/h
Noise Rating
QC2 departure/approach (UK Quota Count), meets ICAO Chapter 3
Location
Airport Code
ANC/PANC
Airport Name
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport