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McDonnell Douglas DC-8

Published: 01-17-2006
The DC-8 is one of the earliest jet-powered commercial passenger aircraft. In the decade following its maiden flight, the DC-8 established commercial transport world records for speed, altitude, distance and payload.

A capacity for improved power, payload and range capabilities was inherent in the DC-8 design. Four basic models were produced: the Series 10 through 50, in passenger, freighter and convertible freighter versions; and the Super 60 Series 61, 62 and 63, with freighter models of each (Source: Boeing.com).

This chart compares the all variants of the DC-8 aircraft operated by the airlines listed below.


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