Boeing 717-200
Specs, top speed, range and facts
The Boeing 717-200 is a regional jet airliner built by Boeing in the USA. It first flew in 1998 and entered service in 1999. A 100-seat jet for short, frequent hops, built on the DC-9 family.
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- Top speed811 km/h (504 mph)
- Range3,820 km (2,374 miles)
- First flight1998
- Wingspan28.4 m (93 ft)
Boeing 717-200 specs
| Top speed | 811 km/h (504 mph) |
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| Cruising speed | Mach 0.77 (about 818 km/h) |
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| Range | 3,820 km (2,374 miles) |
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| Service ceiling | 11,280 m (37,008 ft) |
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| Length | 37.8 m (124 ft) |
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| Wingspan | 28.4 m (93 ft) |
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| Height | 8.9 m (29 ft) |
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| Max takeoff weight | 55 t (121,033 lb) |
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| Crew and capacity | 2 crew, 106 to 117 seats |
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| Engines | 2 × BR715 turbofan, tail-mounted |
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| First flight | 1998 |
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| Entered service | 1999 |
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| Built by | Boeing (USA) |
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Boeing 717-200 facts
- It began life as the McDonnell Douglas MD-95, the last member of the DC-9 family.
- Only 156 were built, and the last one was delivered in 2006.
Quick quiz
When did the Boeing 717-200 first fly?
In 1998.
Who built the Boeing 717-200?
Boeing, in the USA.
How fast can the Boeing 717-200 fly?
Its top speed is 811 km/h (504 mph).
How far can the Boeing 717-200 fly?
About 3,820 km (2,374 miles).
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