A McDonnell Douglas MD-88 in Delta Air Lines livery awaits at the gate on a rainy day, a classic scene now gone from U.S. airports.
© Tango Lima
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Early morning flight.
Aircraft identity
ICAO Type
MD88
Model
MD-88
Manufacturer
McDonnell Douglas
Airline
Delta Air Lines
Airline Code
DAL / DL
Livery
Delta Air Lines
Military
Civilian
Technicals
Engine
Pratt & Whitney JT8D-219
Thrust
95.6 kN (21,000 lbf) per engine
Wingspan
32.87 meters
Length
45.06 meters
Height
9.02 meters
MTOW
70,760 kilograms
Range
2,625 kilometers
Capacity
155 passengers (two class typical)
Cruise Speed
811 kilometers per hour
Noise Rating
Stage 3 (ICAO Chapter 3 standards)
Location
Airport Code
LGA/KLGA
Airport Name
LaGuardia Airport
Viewing Spot
Terminal C