FedEx orders six Airbus A300-600 freighter aircraft

FedEx has ordered six A300-600 freighter aircraft, plus options. The newly ordered aircraft will all be delivered in 2007. Engine selection for the new A300-600s has not yet been announced.

"The A300 has served us well for many years, especially from a reliability perspective" said James R. Parker, senior vice president of air operations for FedEx Express. "When you deliver more than 3.3 million Express packages each day, dependability and operational cost efficiencies become your most important considerations."

"The A300-600 is the backbone of our freighter family, and this new order reinforces its strength and relevance in today's market," said Gustav Humbert, Airbus President and Chief Executive Officer. "International freight is a key growth category for Airbus, and FedEx is a prime example of everything that is done right in that segment. When your customer flies into hundreds of airports worldwide, it’s quite a compliment that they return again and again for your aircraft."

FedEx also has ordered 10 Super Jumbo A380s and will be the first freighter operator with deliveries scheduled to begin in 2008.

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