N313FE
McDonnell Douglas MD-10-30(F) (30F)
McDonnell Douglas
11 Hours
Duration of Flight
5200 NM
Range
507 MPH
Max Speed
Gallery
Basic Information
Airframe
Data valid as of 2025-11-26| Date | From | To | Flight Time | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-06-30 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2021-03-14 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2018-06-13 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
| 2013-03-07 | N/A | N/A | N/A | ✓ Landed |
AI Summary
McDonnell Douglas MD-10-30(F) (30F)
Overview
Delivered to Federal Express in May 1988 (registered N313FE). Converted to MD‑10 configuration in 2009. Withdrawn from use (WFU) and stored at Victorville (KVCV) at the end of 2022; ownership later transferred to a leasing company (South Aircraft Leasing Inc.) and an N‑number change/reservation to N120JM was recorded in 2025.
Specifications
- Engines: 3× General Electric CF6-50C2 (51000 lbf each)
- Range: 5200 nm
- Cruise: 473 kts
- Ceiling: 42000 ft
Operations & Cabin
Main-deck freighter (converted cargo configuration) Full freight conversion; main-deck cargo with forward/main cargo doors; no passenger cabin.
Model & Market Context
This airframe, registered as N313FE, is a McDonnell Douglas MD-10-30(F) built in 1988 with manufacturer's serial number 48311. It is owned by SOUTH AIRCRAFT LEASING INC (a corporation based in Wilmington, DE, US) and carries a United States registration. The freighter configuration reflects its role in dedicated cargo service after conversion, and the airframe is equipped for main-deck freight operations. Recorded ownership by SOUTH AIRCRAFT LEASING INC places the aircraft in a leasing portfolio rather than a single-operator fleet, indicating commercial allocation to cargo operators over its post-conversion life.
The aircraft is outfitted in a main-deck freighter layout following conversion to a cargo configuration, providing unobstructed pallet or container carriage on the primary deck. Avionics fitment is consistent with MD-10 conversions that retain McDonnell Douglas systems while accommodating operator-specific mission equipment; specific avionics details are not published. Typical mission profiles for this type include long-range, high-payload cargo sectors up to its stated range, operated by leased third-party cargo carriers or integrators from bases aligned with the lessor’s contract network. Maintenance considerations for this individual airframe include the three high-thrust CF6-50C2 turbofans and lifecycle management associated with a 1988 build aircraft operating in freight service.
The MD-10-30(F) represents an updated, cockpit-automation retrofit of the MD-11/MD-10 family to support freighter operations with improved crew procedures and commonality. With a 5,200 nm range and 51,000 lbf engines, it occupies a niche for long-range, heavy cargo where larger freighters are not required. Competing types for similar missions include older MD-11 freighters and large twin-engine conversions; buyer and charter demand tends to favor airframes with comprehensive maintenance history and freighter conversions, while resale considerations center on remaining structural life, engine cycles, and freighter equipment certification.
Aircraft Comparison
| Parameter | N313FE | N111RE | N17085 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serial Number (MSN) | 48311 | 49670 | 47957 |
| Year Manufactured | 1988 | 1988 | 1975 |
| Duration of Flight | 11 Hours | 5 Hours | 11 Hours |
| Range | 5200 NM | 2372 NM | 5200 NM |
| Max Speed | 507 MPH | 500 MPH | 507 MPH |
| Aircraft Class | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs | Over 20,000lbs |
| Service Ceiling | 42000 ft | 37000 ft | 42000 ft |
| Max Passengers | 0 | 19 | 345 |
| Cabin Comfort | No items found. | No items found. | No items found. |