Variant
MD-81
MD-81 is a narrowbody passenger derivative within DC-9 / MD-80 / MD-90 / 717 family. Market positioning: Lower-thrust MD-80 baseline.
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Overview
MD-81 is a narrowbody passenger derivative within DC-9 / MD-80 / MD-90 / 717 family. Market positioning: Lower-thrust MD-80 baseline.
Advantages
- Lower acquisition/operating cost on easy routes
- High capacity vs DC-9
Limitations
- Hot/high performance limited
- JT8D fuel/noise
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Identification
Detailed identification notes are being prepared for this entry.
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Aircraft line
ModelMD-81
This is the most specific entry currently available. Browse other DC-9 / MD-80 / MD-90 / 717 family subtypes
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Technical notes
Technical notes
- Engine configuration: 2 × JT8D-209.
- Market positioning: Lower-thrust MD-80 baseline.
- Status: retired / some limited legacy.
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Related photography
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