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McDonnell Douglas · MD81 · IATA M81

McDonnell Douglas MD-81 specs, size & range

The McDonnell Douglas MD-81 (ICAO code MD81, IATA M81) is a landplane with 2 jet engines in the medium wake-turbulence category.

Landplane with 2 jet engines Wake category: Medium Airliners & big jets
McDonnell Douglas MD-81
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MD-81 specifications

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

The McDonnell Douglas MD-81 is a landplane with 2 jet engines built by McDonnell Douglas. Air-traffic control and flight-tracking sites identify it by the ICAO type code MD81, while airline timetables and booking sites use the IATA code M81. It belongs to the medium wake-turbulence category.

Aircraft similar to the MD-81

Comparable airliners & big jets include Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk, British Aerospace BAe 146-200, Airbus A320neo and Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code of the McDonnell Douglas MD-81?

MD81 (IATA code: M81) — the code used in flight plans and on flight-tracking sites.

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