Variant
MD-88
MD-88 is a narrowbody passenger derivative within DC-9 / MD-80 / MD-90 / 717 family. Market positioning: MD-80 with avionics/cockpit improvements.
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Overview
MD-88 is a narrowbody passenger derivative within DC-9 / MD-80 / MD-90 / 717 family. Market positioning: MD-80 with avionics/cockpit improvements.
Advantages
- More modern flight deck
- Mature MD-80 economics
Limitations
- Still JT8D-based
- A320/737NG competition
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Identification
Detailed identification notes are being prepared for this entry.
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Aircraft line
ModelMD-88
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Technical notes
Technical notes
- Engine configuration: 2 × JT8D-219.
- Market positioning: MD-80 with avionics/cockpit improvements.
- Status: retired / some limited legacy.
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Related photography
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