Aircraft

A rare DHL McDonnell Douglas MD-83 freighter, showing its classic T-tail design and distinctive yellow-and-red livery.

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📝 Spotter's notes

The MD-83 is part of the MD-80 family, now relatively rare in active service as a freighter.

✈️ Aircraft identity

ICAO Type MD83
Model MD-83
Manufacturer McDonnell Douglas
Airline DHL
Airline Code DHL / D0
Livery DHL
Military Civilian

🔧 Technicals

Engine Pratt & Whitney JT8D-219
Thrust 89 kN (20,000 lbf)
Wingspan 32.87 meters
Length 45.06 meters
Height 9.02 meters
MTOW 72,575 kilograms
Range 4,630 kilometers
Capacity 155 passengers (in typical passenger configuration), cargo capacity varies
Cruise Speed 811 km/h
Noise Rating Stage 3 (ICAO Annex 16), typically 95-105 dB on departure

📷 Camera

Device iPhone