Overview
The MD-80 series was a stretched second generation of the DC-9, with a longer fuselage, a bigger wing and quieter JT8D-200 engines mounted at the tail. The MD-82, with more powerful engines for hot and high airports, was the most-built version.
American Airlines once flew more than 260 of them, earning the type the nickname "Mad Dog". Production ended in 1999 after 1,191 MD-80s; most have now been retired. Units built covers the whole MD-80 series.
Specifications
Dimensions
| Length | 45.06 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 32.87 m |
| Height | 9.02 m |
| Wing area | 112.3 m² |
Weights & fuel
| Empty weight | 35,329 kg |
|---|---|
| Max. take-off weight | 67,812 kg |
| Fuel capacity | 22,106 L |
Performance
| Cruise speed | 811 km/h |
|---|---|
| Max. Mach | Mach 0.84 |
| Range | 3,800 km |
| Service ceiling | 11,280 m |
Crew & capacity
| Crew | 2 |
|---|---|
| Seats (typical) | 143 |
| Seats (max.) | 172 |
Powerplant
| Engines | 2 |
|---|---|
| Engine model | Pratt & Whitney JT8D-217 |
| Thrust (each) | 89.0 kN |
Figures are compiled from public sources and may be approximate; they can vary by variant and configuration.
Photos
Photo 1: Cory W. Watts from Madison, Wisconsin, United States of America / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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