description Boeing 717-200 Overview
The Boeing 717-200 is a narrow-body twin-engine passenger jet derived from the McDonnell Douglas MD-95 design. It entered service in 1999 after Boeing’s acquisition of McDonnell Douglas and is distinguished by rear-mounted Rolls-Royce BR715 engines and a T-tail. The aircraft was designed for short-haul routes and generally seats about 100 passengers, placing it between a conventional regional jet and larger single-aisle airliners in the commercial market.
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What engines power the Boeing 717-200?
The 717-200 uses two rear-mounted Rolls-Royce BR715 turbofan engines. Its rear-engine layout and T-tail are key visual features of the aircraft.
When did the Boeing 717 enter service?
The 717 entered airline service in 1999. It was based on the McDonnell Douglas MD-95 design after Boeing acquired McDonnell Douglas.
What kind of routes is the Boeing 717-200 suited for?
The 717-200 is a narrow-body regional jet designed for short and medium-haul routes. Its size and rear-mounted engines made it useful for frequent flights between smaller and medium-sized airports.
How is the Boeing 717 related to the MD-80?
The 717 is derived from the MD-95, which was the final development of the DC-9 family, rather than being a simple MD-80 variant. Boeing renamed and marketed the aircraft after the 1997 Boeing and McDonnell Douglas merger.
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