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McDonnell Douglas DC-8-60 specs, size & range

The McDonnell Douglas DC-8-60 (ICAO code DC86, IATA D8L) is a landplane with 4 jet engines in the heavy wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with 4 jet engines Wake category: Heavy Airliners & big jets
McDonnell Douglas DC-8-60
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DC-8-60 specifications

Detailed dimensions and performance figures are not available for this type yet.

The McDonnell Douglas DC-8-60 is a landplane with 4 jet engines built by McDonnell Douglas. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code DC86, while airline timetables and booking sites use the IATA code D8L. It belongs to the heavy wake-turbulence category, so aircraft landing or taking off behind it must keep extra separation.

Aircraft similar to the DC-8-60

Comparable airliners & big jets include Boeing 747SR, Boeing E-767, Boeing 747-400 and Airbus A340-600.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the McDonnell Douglas DC-8-60?

DC86 (IATA code: D8L) — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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