Why Does FedEx Use a "Hub-And-Spoke" Airline Network, Rather Than

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Essay

Why does FedEx use a "hub-and-spoke" airline network, rather than a "point-to-point" network?
Describe FedEx's approach to choosing the airports that serve as its hubs.

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Definitions:

Perpendicular

At right angles to.

Light Beam Alignment

Suspension/chassis alignment instruments that use projected light beams and templates.

Axle Tracking

The alignment of axles to ensure that they are parallel to each other and perpendicular to the central line of the vehicle for optimal performance.

Kingpin Flag Assembly

A crucial component in the steering mechanism of heavy vehicles, connecting the axle to the wheel assembly.