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2 Giant Pandas Fly 15 Hours Nonstop From China To Atlanta On FedEx Boeing 777F

FedEx’s 'Panda Express' delivered two pandas nonstop from Chengdu to Atlanta.

2 Giant Pandas Fly 15 Hours Nonstop From China To Atlanta On FedEx Boeing 777F

Two giant pandas have successfully completed a remarkable 15-hour non-stop flight from Chengdu, China, to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport aboard a dedicated FedEx Boeing 777F aircraft. This operation, dubbed ‘Panda Express,’ covers approximately 6,900 nautical miles without refueling. The journey highlights the specialized capabilities of FedEx’s freighter network for transporting live animals. The Boeing 777F utilized for this mission represents a critical component in ensuring the safe and efficient relocation of these vulnerable creatures. This successful transport underscores FedEx's commitment to international animal logistics.


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