Aircraft Type
McDonnell Douglas MD-90 “MD-90”
The McDonnell Douglas MD-90 is a narrow-body, twin-engine commercial jet airliner that served as an important mid-range passenger aircraft during the late 1990s and early 2000s, bridging the technological gap between earlier narrow-body designs and modern fuel-efficient airliners.
IATAM90ICAOMD90ManufacturerMcDonnell DouglasScore5.80/10Range3,787 kmStatusIn Production
Introduced advanced aerodynamic design and more fuel-efficient engines compared to its MD-80 predecessor, representing a significant improvement in commercial aviation technology of its era
The MD-90 was one of the last aircraft designs from McDonnell Douglas before the company merged with Boeing in 1997, making it a transitional model in commercial aviation history
Cabin Environment
How the McDonnell Douglas MD-90 affects jetlag recovery
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
47.5 m
Length
32.8 m
Wingspan
11.8 m
Height
Performance
5,000 km
Range
830 km/h
Cruise Speed
2× International Aero Engines V2500
Engines
How It Compares
vs. Boeing 737-800
✓Similar era narrow-body design with proven reliability
✗Boeing 737-800 has wider market adoption and longer production history
vs. Airbus A320
✓Potentially lower operating costs for some airlines
✗A320 has more modern avionics and more widespread global fleet
vs. Embraer 190
✓Slightly larger passenger capacity
✗Embraer 190 has more advanced fuel efficiency technologies