Variant

MD-11

MD-11 is a widebody / freighter / tanker derivative within DC-10 / KC-10 / MD-11 family. Market positioning: DC-10 successor long-range passenger aircraft.

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Overview

MD-11 is a widebody / freighter / tanker derivative within DC-10 / KC-10 / MD-11 family. Market positioning: DC-10 successor long-range passenger aircraft.

Advantages

  • Two-crew digital cockpit
  • Winglets and higher efficiency

Limitations

  • Passenger performance/economics disappointed
  • Outcompeted by twinjets
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Identification

Detailed identification notes are being prepared for this entry.

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Aircraft line

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Technical notes

Technical notes

  • Engine configuration: 3 × GE CF6-80C2D1F or PW4460/PW4462.
  • Market positioning: DC-10 successor long-range passenger aircraft.
  • Status: retired passenger / cargo legacy.
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