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Basic SAS livery with additional Air Alpes markings on engines
McDonnell Douglas DC-9-21
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1982
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421578
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Aircraft Data
The McDonnell Douglas DC-9 is a single-aisle short to medium jet airliner. It was a two engined partner for the DC-8 programme, and a smaller rival for the Boeing 727. It is known for its long life and reliability, many of the youngest are still active.The DC-9-21 is an early, short fuselage version, it was built exclusively for SAS Airlines. It had the short fuselage, but longer wings of later versions to improve field performance and range.
Country of origin | First flight | No. built | No. in service | Crew | Passengers |
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USA | 1966 | 10 | 4 | 2 | n/a - 90 |
Power
2 x Pratt & Whitney JT8D (16000 - 20000 lbf) turbofan engines.
Uses the JT8D, rated at 15000lb thrust.
Dimensions
Length | 105 ft. 5 in. |
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Wing Span | 93 ft. 5 in. |
Height | 27 ft. 5 in. |
Empty Weight | 49,160 lbs. |
Max Weight | 98,000 lbs. |
Performance
Max Speed | 500 kts |
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Cruise Speed | 440 kts |
Ceiling | 35,000 ft. |
Normal Range | 1,200nm |
Max Range | 1,850nm |
Updated 3rd December 2008
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