McDonnell Douglas MD-87
Manufacturer: McDonnell Douglas
Category: Vip Airliners
Passengers: 109 - 139
Max Speed: 574 mph
Charter a McDonnell Douglas MD-87 for your next flight
The McDonnell Douglas MD-87 is a VIP Airliner that started rolling off the factory floor in 1987 and has been a reliable aircraft with private jet fliers ever since. Because the McDonnell Douglas MD-87 is a VIP Airliner, it is specifically designed for luxurious large group travel.
What is it like in the cabin of the McDonnell Douglas MD-87?
Similar to many of the aircraft in its category, the McDonnell Douglas MD-87 can accommodate as many as 139 passengers in a typical layout. The interior of the aircraft measures 456 feet long and 10.2 feet wide, with roughly 33.5 feet of room from floor to ceiling. This means someone up to about 6 ft 8 in can stand comfortably when getting on the McDonnell Douglas MD-87.
The McDonnell Douglas MD-87 can typically accommodate between 109 and 139 passengers, though cabin layout could differ from aircraft to aircraft. While individual tail numbers may vary when it comes to special features and amenities, the MD-87 typically has enclosed lavatory. When it comes to space for your luggage, the MD-87 has roughly 935.83955 cubic Ft of space for your bags.
How Fast Is The McDonnell Douglas MD-87? How Far Can The MD-87 Fly?
The McDonnell Douglas MD-87 has a max speed of roughly 499 nautical miles per hour, which converts to about 574.2 miles per hour. This aircraft has a cruising altitude of about 37000 feet, which means it is typically flying cruises near commercial altitudes.
Similar to many aircraft in the VIP Airliner category, the MD-87 has a range of about 2728 miles. This means that trips like New York to San Francisco or Los Angeles to Atlanta are well within range.
How Much Does It Cost To Charter a McDonnell Douglas MD-87?
Private Jet Charter pricing is dependent on a variety of factors beyond the actual aircraft being flown, including where you are flying to, where you are departing from and how far in advance you are booking. For a detailed understanding of costs to book a MD-87 for your next trip, request a quote and one of our Private Aviation Agents will be happy to help.
Specifications Of The McDonnell Douglas MD-87
- Max Speed: 574.2 MPH (499 NMPH)
- Range: 2728 miles (2370 Nautical Miles)
- Cruise Altitude: 37000 ft
- Cabin Dimensions: 456 ft L x 10.2 ft W x 33.5 ft H
- Aircraft Length: 130.6 ft
- Aircraft Wingspan: 107.8 ft
- Production Dates: 1987 to 1992
- Fun Fact: The MD‑87 designation reflected the planned 1987 service entry. The low‑drag tailcone introduced on the MD‑87 became standard across subsequent MD‑80 builds and influenced later DC‑9 family derivatives. Several MD‑87s serve as large air tankers in U.S. aerial firefighting fleets.
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