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Maryland, United States: A FedEx Express cargo aircraft experienced a mechanical failure on Wednesday when its nose landing gear collapsed while the plane was parked outside a maintenance hangar at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). The incident occurred on Feb. 4, 2026, involving an Airbus A300-600F freighter, registered N682FE, which was undergoing scheduled maintenance at the time. The aircraft, operated by FedEx Express, settled forward as the nose gear gave way, coming to rest on the airport ramp. There were no injuries to FedEx personnel or emergency responders at the scene. Airport fire and rescue crews were dispatched promptly after the collapse was reported. A spokesperson for BWI-Marshall confirmed that emergency units responded and secured the area. Commercial passenger operations were unaffected, as the aircraft was in a designated cargo and maintenance zone well clear of active passenger facilities. In a statement to WBAL-TV 11 News, FedEx said it was aware of the incident and thanked its teams and first responders for their quick action. The company reiterated that no injuries resulted from the gear collapse. The Airbus A300-600F involved is part of FedEx’s older freighter fleet and has been in service for more than two decades. According to aircraft registry data, N682FE was delivered in 1999 and has been a long-serving cargo workhorse for the carrier. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is expected to inspect the aircraft and investigate the cause of the landing gear failure. Officials have not yet released details regarding preliminary findings, and it remains unclear whether the collapse stemmed from a mechanical defect, maintenance error, or another factor. Airport authorities and FedEx investigators are coordinating with federal regulators to determine contributing causes and to prevent similar events in the future. As of this writing, there has been no indication of broader fleet groundings or operational impacts beyond the immediate response and inspection activities.

FedEx Cargo Plane Nose Gear Collapses During Maintenance At BWI-Marshall Airport

Aviation Today News Desk / February 6, 2026

Maryland, United States: A FedEx Express cargo aircraft experienced a mechanical failure on Wednesday when its nose landing gear collapsed […]

London, United Kingdom: On October 12, 2025, a DHL-operated Airbus A300 (registration D-AEAG) suffering a tailstrike during a go-around at London Heathrow Airport on October 12, 2025, has garnered significant attention. Flight QY2212 from Leipzig was attempting to land on Runway 09L when the aircraft experienced a tailstrike. Despite deploying thrust reversers and spoilers, the pilots initiated a go-around, a maneuver that typically requires the reversal of these systems. The aircraft then climbed to 4,500 feet and safely landed on Runway 09R approximately 17 minutes later. Some experts speculate that improper cargo loading or shifting could have contributed to the instability during landing. Others point to pilot-induced factors, noting the significant nose-up inputs observed during the approach. A video capturing the incident has been widely shared, providing visual insight into the aircraft's approach and subsequent go-around. The footage has sparked discussions about the appropriateness of the go-around decision given the deployment of reverse thrust and spoilers. While the aircraft landed safely, the incident has prompted a review of the procedures and decisions made during the approach and go-around phases. Further investigations may provide more clarity on the factors leading to this unusual incident.

DHL A300 Suffers Tail Strike, Executes Go-Around And Lands Safely At London Heathrow

Aviation Today News Desk / October 13, 2025

London, United Kingdom: On October 12, 2025, a DHL-operated Airbus A300 (registration D-AEAG) suffering a tail strike during a go-around

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