McDonnell Douglas MD-90 facts for kids
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| Japan Airlines MD-90-30 on final approach at Tokyo Haneda Airport | |
| Role | Narrow-body jet airliner |
| National origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | McDonnell Douglas Boeing Commercial Airplanes |
| First flight | February 22, 1993 |
| Introduction | 1995 with Delta Air Lines |
| Status | Retired |
| Primary users | Delta Air Lines Saudi Arabian Airlines (historical) Japan Airlines (historical) EVA Air (historical) |
| Produced | 1993–2000 |
| Number built | 116 |
| Unit cost | US$41.5–48.5 million |
| Developed from | McDonnell Douglas MD-80 |
| Variants | McDonnell Douglas MD-94X |
The McDonnell Douglas MD-90 was a type of airplane called a twin-engine jet airliner. It was designed to fly passengers on short to medium-length trips. This plane could carry around 172 passengers.
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About the MD-90 Aircraft
The MD-90 was built by an American company called McDonnell Douglas. It was a newer version of an earlier plane, the McDonnell Douglas MD-80. The MD-90 was designed to be quieter and use less fuel than its older cousin.
When the MD-90 First Flew
The very first MD-90 airplane took to the skies on February 22, 1993. After more testing, it started carrying passengers for airlines in 1995. The first airline to use it was Delta Air Lines.
Key Features of the MD-90
The MD-90 was a medium-sized plane. It was about 152 feet (46 meters) long. Its wings stretched out about 107 feet (33 meters) from tip to tip.
It had two powerful engines, called International Aero Engines V2500 turbofans. These engines were mounted at the back of the plane, near the tail. The plane could fly as high as 37,000 feet (11,277 meters).
Who Used the MD-90?
Many airlines around the world used the MD-90. The main airline that flew it was Delta Air Lines. Other airlines included Saudi Arabian Airlines, Japan Airlines, and EVA Air.
Retirement of the MD-90
The MD-90 airplanes were built between 1993 and 2000. A total of 116 of these planes were made. Over time, as newer and more fuel-efficient planes were developed, the MD-90s began to be retired. Today, most of them are no longer flying passengers.
Images for kids
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Blue1 MD-90-30
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McDonnell Douglas MD-94X
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China Eastern MD-90-30 showing a planform view
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Saudi Arabian Airlines MD-90 with a non-standard glass cockpit
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Delta Air Lines MD-90 cockpit
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International Aero Engines V2500 engine powering the MD-90
See also
In Spanish: McDonnell Douglas MD-90 para niños
