description Douglas DC-9-30 Overview
The Douglas DC-9-30 is a twin-engine narrow-body jet airliner in the Douglas DC-9 family, developed for short- and medium-distance passenger service. It retains the type's low-wing, rear-engine configuration and T-tail, while the series is associated with an extended fuselage and operating characteristics suited to airports and routes requiring comparatively short field performance. It was designed for airline operations using two pilots and a conventional passenger cabin.
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What distinguishes the Douglas DC-9-30 from the original DC-9-10?
The DC-9-30 has a stretched fuselage, larger wings, and increased passenger capacity compared with the shorter Series 10. The first DC-9-30 flew on 1 August 1966.
Where are the engines mounted on the DC-9-30?
The DC-9-30 uses two rear-mounted engines and a T-tail, a configuration shared across the DC-9 family. This arrangement keeps the wing clear for high-lift devices and suits the aircraft's short- and medium-haul mission.
Which airline introduced the DC-9-30?
Eastern Air Lines introduced the DC-9-30 into service in 1967. The stretched series became one of the most important versions of the Douglas DC-9 family.
What engines powered the Douglas DC-9-30?
The DC-9-30 was powered by variants of the Pratt & Whitney JT8D turbofan. Those rear-mounted engines helped make the aircraft a practical narrow-body jet for frequent short- and medium-distance passenger flights.
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