RACCA mourns Fred Smith, FedEx founder

June 23, 2025

In a statement, the Regional Air Cargo Carriers Association (RACCA) added their thoughts and feelings regarding the death of Fred Smith. They wrote: “RACCA sends its heartfelt condolences and joins the aviation community in mourning the passing of Fred Smith, visionary leader and founder of FedEx. His vision transformed air cargo operations and inspired generations across the industry.

“Our deepest condolences to the FedEx family and all the lives he impacted through his transformative work.”

James Graham

James Graham is an award-winning transport media journalist with a long background in the commercial freight sector, including commercial aviation and the aviation supply chain. He was the initial Air Cargo Week journalist and retuned later for a stint as editor. He continues his association as editor of the monthly supplements. He has reported for the newspaper from global locations as well as the UK.