FedEx Pilot Told He’s Taxiing “Too Slow” — Then Things Get Tense

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Retired airline captain Captain Steeeve reacts to a tense exchange at Indianapolis International Airport involving FedEx 1670 and FedEx 2619.

While FedEx 1670 is taxiing, the controller becomes concerned that the aircraft isn’t moving quickly enough and tells the crew they need to get going. The FedEx pilot pushes back, saying they’re already taxiing at an appropriate speed — and as the situation develops, the two FedEx aircraft wind up getting a little too close for comfort.

Captain Steeeve breaks down the audio from a pilot’s perspective: Who decides how fast an aircraft should taxi? Can ATC tell a pilot to speed up? And how did the ground traffic situation get this tight in the first place?

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Disclaimer: Captain Steeeve is not a spokesperson for any airline or aviation authority. The opinions expressed in this video are solely his own and are based on his experience as a professional pilot. This analysis is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as an official statement from any airline, regulatory agency, or aviation organization.

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