McDonnell Douglas DC-10
Summary
| Category | Transport aircraft |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| First flight | 29 August 1970 |
| Year of introduction | 1971 |
| Number produced | 446 units |
Description
The McDonnell Douglas DC-10 is a wide-body, three-engine military aircraft that was primarily developed for commercial use before being adapted for military applications. Its development began in the late 1960s, with the aim of offering increased capacity and improved performance for long-range flights. The aircraft was designed to accommodate a range of missions, including cargo transportation, aerial refueling, and passenger transport. Due to its strong structural design and large payload capacity, the DC-10 has been deployed by various military forces around the world. Its versatility, robustness, and cost-effectiveness have contributed to its widespread use in military operations.
Technical specifications
| Version: DC-10-30 | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed | 982 km/h (610 mph) |
| Wing area | 368 m² (3961.1 sqft) |
| Wingspan | 50.4 m (165.4 ft) |
| Height | 17.7 m (58.1 ft) |
| Length | 55.5 m (182.1 ft) |
| Service ceiling | 12802 m (42001 ft) |
| Empty weight | 121198 kg (267196 lbs) |
| Max. takeoff weight | 263083 kg (579998 lbs) |
| Takeoff distance | 2847 m (9341 ft) |
| Powerplant | 3 × turbojets General Electric CF6-50C2 delivering 23814 kgp |
Current operating countries
| Country | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
United States | 40 | |
Numbers in parentheses, e.g. '(+5)', indicate units ordered but not yet delivered.
All operators
Photo of DC-10
Credits: Boeing