EmergencyDescent — FDX9042

2026-06-29 14:36 UTC· KMEM KARA· FEDERAL EXPRESS CORP· B752

FDX9042 (Federal Express) was operating from KMEM to KARA on 2026-06-29. SkyMeter detected a emergencydescent at 14:36 UTC. Trace data at the event: 29942 ft AGL, 473 kt GS. Approach stability score: 85/100. Scores in this band are observed on roughly 50% of approaches at this runway and represent the centerline of normal operations. METAR at the time reported 3 kt wind, 2 kt crosswind component. Detection algorithm and known limitations: see SkyMeter methodology.

Pilot review data

  • 29942 ft AGL at event
  • 473 kt ground speed
  • 0 fpm vertical
  • Approach stability 85/100
  • 3 kt wind
  • 2 kt crosswind component

Flight context

  • FDX9042
  • Federal Express
  • B752
  • KMEM → KARA
  • 2026-06-29 14:36 UTC

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SkyMeter · trace data observed via ADS-B