FedEx MD-11 accident at Narita International Airport

2 fatalities • Narita, Japan

A FedEx McDonnell Douglas MD-11 crashed during landing at Narita International Airport on March 23, 2009.

What happened

On March 23, 2009, at 06:49 local time, a McDonnell Douglas MD-11, registration N526FE, operated by FedEx Corporation, crashed while landing at Narita International Airport (NRT) in Narita, Japan. The flight had originated from Guangzho Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China.

The accident resulted in 2 fatalities, involving both pilots on board. No other persons were on the aircraft at the time of the crash.

Probable cause

No probable cause was identified in the provided source material.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 23 Mar 2009 MCDONNELL DOUGLAS MD11 F accident near Narita, Japan?

A FedEx McDonnell Douglas MD-11 crashed during landing at Narita International Airport on March 23, 2009.

Were there any fatalities in the 23 Mar 2009 MCDONNELL DOUGLAS MD11 F accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 23 Mar 2009 involved a MCDONNELL DOUGLAS MD11 F, operated by FedEx Corporation, at Narita, Japan.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

No probable cause was identified in the provided source material.

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