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McDonnell Douglas MD-11F

Dallas-based shippers connecting the Metroplex to intercontinental freight lanes have used the McDonnell Douglas MD-11F for high-payload, long-range missions when scheduling flexibility matters more than a seat on a scheduled carrier. A three-engine widebody freighter with approximately 91 metric tons of payload capacity and a range of approximately 3,592 nautical miles, the MD-11F covers transatlantic and transpacific routes from KDFW and remains in active service with several major freighter operators worldwide.

The McDonnell Douglas MD-11F is the all-freighter variant of the MD-11 trijet, powered by three General Electric CF6 or Pratt and Whitney PW4000 engines. Maximum payload capacity is approximately 91 metric tons. The aircraft carries freight on both the main deck and in a substantial lower-deck hold. Range at maximum payload is approximately 3,592 nautical miles. The MD-11F’s widebody fuselage accepts standard ULD containers across both decks, and its tail-mounted third engine is a legacy of the DC-10 airframe lineage. Full specifications for the McDonnell Douglas MD-11F are published by Boeing Business Jets.

McDonnell Douglas MD-11F for Dallas, TX private jet charter

Performance and Cabin

  • Category: Cargo Aircraft
  • Manufacturer: McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing)
  • Year introduced: 1991
  • Seating: Crew only (cargo)
  • Crew: 2
  • Range: 3,592 nautical miles
  • Cruise speed: Mach 0.82 (about 473 knots)
  • Service ceiling: 43,000 feet
  • Length: 200.8 feet
  • Wingspan: 169.5 feet
  • Height: 57.8 feet
  • Baggage volume: 15,530 cubic feet
  • Lavatory: Crew only

Why the McDonnell Douglas MD-11F Fits Dallas

KDFW’s 13,400-plus-foot runways and 24-hour international customs capacity support MD-11F operations at full payload weight on long-haul international departures. For DFW-area exporters shipping to Europe, the aircraft’s range of approximately 3,592 nautical miles connects Dallas to Amsterdam or Frankfurt with one fuel stop, bypassing the consolidation hubs that scheduled cargo services require. Direct departure from KDFW simplifies the supply chain by reducing handling points.

The Metroplex’s aerospace and defense sector, which includes Bell Textron in Fort Worth and several defense systems integrators, periodically ships large-volume freight on international contracts where the MD-11F’s combination of widebody volume and trijet range is the right fit. Its three-engine configuration also means it is operationally certified for Extended-range Twin-engine Operational Performance Standards routes in its twin-engine equivalent category, providing routing flexibility.

For DFW-based freight forwarders managing time-critical pharmaceutical, high-value electronics, or automotive component shipments to Asia, the MD-11F’s 3,592-nautical-mile range reaches Japan, South Korea, and China’s eastern seaboard with a technical stop. Its payload of approximately 91 metric tons is large enough to justify the mission economics when cargo is consolidated from multiple Dallas-area shippers onto a single charter departure.

Vetting Behind Every Trip

Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:

  • FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
  • Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
  • Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
  • Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.

Charter Pricing Reference

Industry hourly rates for the McDonnell Douglas MD-11F run $16,000 to $21,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.

MD-11F charter rates are in the widebody freighter tier, comparable to the 767F and below the 747 category. The trijet configuration and its specialized operator base influence pricing. Rates are quoted per mission based on route and payload.

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Contact

For a quote on a McDonnell Douglas MD-11F charter from Dallas, TX, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.

The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.