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McDonnel Douglas MD-83

McDonnel · MD83

Extended-range MD-80 variant. A few still fly cargo and charter operations in Africa.

A twin-engine jet in the large category that cruises at Mach 0.76.

2x JetLargeRECAT DFL370 ceilingILS capable

Performance

ParameterValue
Engines2 x Jet
Weight classLarge (L)
RECAT-EU categoryD (Upper medium)
Service ceiling37,000 ft (FL370)
Max climb rate2,800 fpm
Max descent rate3,000 fpm

Speed envelope

Speeds are approximate true airspeed (TAS). At cruise altitude, the Mach number is the governing limit where shown.

ParameterValue
Minimum speed110 kts
Landing speed125 kts
Cruise speedM0.76 (~473 kts TAS)
Maximum speed~500 kts TAS

Runway requirements

Field lengths used in the simulation for takeoff/landing calculations.

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length10,937 ft / 1.80 nm / 3,334 m
Landing field length13,975 ft / 2.30 nm / 4,260 m

Equipment

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category8

Where you'll see it

The McDonnel Douglas MD-83 is a narrowbody jet used on domestic and short-haul international routes. One of the most common types in busy approach and center airspaces worldwide.


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