The McDonnell Douglas DC-9 is an American five-abreast, single-aisle aircraft designed by the Douglas Aircraft Company. It was initially produced as the Douglas DC-9 prior to August 1967, …

Oct 19, 2022 · The McDonnell Douglas DC-9 was the predecessor of many successful aircraft in American aviation history.

The DC-9 brought modern jet service to many smaller and intermediate sized cities on Delta's routes. Prior to 1965, Delta acquired two jets, the Douglas DC-8 and the Convair 880, for long …

Feb 25, 2025 · The first DC-9 to go into passenger airline service was a Delta Airlines DC-9-14 registered as N3305L. The aircraft was received by Delta and flew its first revenue flight as …

The McDonnell Douglas DC-9 is a twin-engined short-to-medium-range narrowbody airliner with a capacity of maximum 139 passengers produced by the American manufacturer McDonnell …

Jul 8, 2025 · The DC-9 is an American-built single-aisle, five-abreast plane designed by the Douglas Aircraft Company. Initially known as the Douglas DC-9, it was later produced by …

Jan 20, 2024 · The McDonnell Douglas DC-9, a twin-engine, single-aisle jetliner, was a pioneering aircraft that played a pivotal role in the development of short to medium-haul air travel.

Dec 4, 2025 · DOUGLAS DC-9 Aircraft Manufacturer: DOUGLAS Model: DC-9 Details on the DOUGLAS DC-9 aircraft, based on current FAA records. This includes specifications, engine …

The DC-9 prototype flew in February 1965 and entered service with Delta Air Lines in December of that year. It was an immediate commercial success, and 976 were built by Douglas who …

The McDonnell Douglas DC-9 is an American five-abreast, single-aisle aircraft designed by the Douglas Aircraft Company. It was initially produced as the Douglas DC-9 prior to August 1967, …