Science to Meet Reality for Memphis FedEx Pilots

FedEx pilots will be the first in the U.S. to test new wake separation standards the FAA will put in place at the cargo carrier's hub in Memphis on Nov. 1.  For FedEx, the re-categorization, or RECAT, will result in about 1nm reduction in in-trail spacing for landings and takeoffs for the carrier's widebody and Boeing 757 fleet. The pilot's union says the reduction could boost capacity at Memphis...