The Douglas DC-9 is a twin engine, rear engined narrow body airliner introduced by Douglas Aircraft Company in 1965 for short to medium haul routes. It was produced into the 1980s and its basic design was extended through the later MD-80, MD-90 and Boeing 717 derivatives after Douglas merged with McDonnell.
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SignificanceA pioneering narrow-body jet airliner that revolutionized short-haul aviation by enabling jet service to smaller airports with limited runways. 1 Connections
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It was capable of taking off from 5,000-foot (1,500-metre) runways, connecting small cities and towns where jet service was previously impossible.
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The DC-9-10 first flew on February 25, 1965, and got its type certificate on November 23, to enter service with Delta Air Lines on December 8.
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The McDonnell Douglas DC-9 is an American five-abreast, single-aisle aircraft designed by the Douglas Aircraft Company.
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The McDonnell Douglas DC-9 is an American five-abreast, single-aisle aircraft designed by the Douglas Aircraft Company.
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