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McDonnel Douglas MD-90

McDonnel · MD90

Quieter and more efficient successor to the MD-80. Delta was the only major US operator.

Large-category jet with 2 engines. Cruises at M0.76. Requires about 14.0k ft of field length for takeoff.

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 rate3,200 fpm
Max descent rate3,500 fpm

Speed envelope

ParameterValue
Minimum speed110 kts
Landing speed125 kts
Cruise speed437 kts (M0.76)
Maximum speed500 kts

Runway requirements

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

ParameterValue
Takeoff field length13,975 ft (2.30 nm)
Landing field length13,975 ft (2.30 nm)

Equipment

CapabilityStatus
ILS approachesYes
Fix navigationYes
SRS category3
LAHSO category8

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