FedEx MD-11 Runway Incursion at Paris-Charles De Gaulle

No fatalities • Paris, France

A FedEx Express cargo flight crossed an active runway at Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport, forcing a Boeing 777 to abort its takeoff.

What happened

On September 18, 2010, at approximately 7:30 PM local time, a McDonnell Douglas MD-11F, operating as N574FE, landed on runway 27R at Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport (LFPG) in Paris, France. After landing, the aircraft crossed runway 27L. This movement resulted in a runway incursion that forced a Boeing 777 to abort its initial takeoff roll. The flight, operated by Federal Express Corp, had originated from Memphis International Airport (KMEM) in Memphis, Tennessee.

There were no injuries resulting from this event.

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Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 18 Sep 2010 MCDONNELL DOUGLAS MD11 F accident near Paris, France?

A FedEx Express cargo flight crossed an active runway at Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport, forcing a Boeing 777 to abort its takeoff.

Were there any fatalities in the 18 Sep 2010 MCDONNELL DOUGLAS MD11 F accident?

No fatalities were recorded in this accident.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 18 Sep 2010 involved a MCDONNELL DOUGLAS MD11 F, registration N574FE, operated by FEDERAL EXPRESS CORP, at Paris, France.

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