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Why are iconic MD-80 jets being converted to freighters?
Passenger airlines phased out the MD-80 aircraft because they were old, loud and inefficient. But some cargo carriers see them as cheap options for moving freight. (www.freightwaves.com) Más...Sort type: [Top] [Newest]
Why? They are plentiful, and cheap. What did I win?
One of the sleekest airplanes made! right upyhere with the 757! Can't wait to see the TRUMP 1 show back up? Anybody know where it is ?
It is derelict at KSWF with one engine removed and likely flat tires. Doubt you'll see it move anywhere except the scrap heap or if the maintenance and ramp fees get paid. He paid like 10 million for it and it will cost probably 1 million to get it to fly once to a maintenance facility.
Doesn’t he keep it in Dulles or something near there?
There is a lot of back and forth as to how sleek or not MD-80's are . Personally they get my vote too . But if i may toss a wrench into the discussions , if one believes the rear engine T-Tail formate looks great , does any-one have an opinion of a B.O.A.C Super VC-10 ? For me , it was a DC-9 taken to the Max . Have a good day .
Only got to fly the Mad Dog twice, both in April 2019 for Delta Airlines. Despite their age, they were incredibly smooth and the seats were large and comfortable. The FO let me in the cockpit on the second flight and I'll remember that forever. The MD-80 is one of my favorite planes and I'm happy to hear they'll be continuing their lives as freighters. Long live the Mad Dog!!!