The McDonnell Douglas DC-10 is a three engine wide body airliner introduced in 1971, built for long range routes that did not yet justify the largest widebody jets of the day. It saw wide airline and later cargo carrier use and its basic design was continued in the MD-11.
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SignificanceA pioneering wide-body trijet that dominated long-range commercial aviation despite early safety challenges tied to its cargo door design. 1 Manufacturer or Builder Connections
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1. Wikipedia: McDonnell Douglas DC-10
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It entered commercial service with American Airlines on August 5, 1971, with the initial flight being a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Chicago.
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