McDonnell-Douglas DC-8-70
McDonnell-Douglas · DC87
Heavy-category jet with 4 engines. Cruises at about 433 kts. Approaches at 145 kts. Requires about 18.5k ft of field length for takeoff.
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Performance
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Engines | 4 x Jet |
| Weight class | Heavy (H) |
| RECAT-EU category | C (Lower heavy) |
| Service ceiling | 41,000 ft (FL410) |
| Max climb rate | 2,200 fpm |
| Max descent rate | 3,000 fpm |
Speed envelope
Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum speed | 160 kts |
| Landing speed | 145 kts |
| Cruise speed | ~433 kts TAS |
| Maximum speed | ~480 kts TAS |
Runway requirements
Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Takeoff field length | 18,520 ft / 3.05 nm / 5,645 m |
| Landing field length | 12,152 ft / 2.00 nm / 3,704 m |
Equipment
| Capability | Status |
|---|---|
| ILS approaches | Yes |
| Fix navigation | Yes |
| SRS category | 3 |
| LAHSO category | 9 |
Where you'll see it
The McDonnell-Douglas DC-8-70 is a widebody aircraft. While less common in modern fleets, you'll still encounter this type in center airspace on long-haul routes.