McDonnell Douglas DC-10-30

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28 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

The famous Orbis Flying Eye Hospital — a DC-10 converted into a world-traveling medical teaching and surgery center.

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Cash · 29 Apr 2026

Great angle!

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Aircraft

DC-10-30 DC10

Orbis Flying Eye Hospital

Airline

Orbis International

Manufacturer

McDonnell Douglas

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Aviation History

The Orbis DC-10 is a globally recognized flying eye hospital, converted from a former passenger/cargo DC-10. It has visited dozens of countries to provide sight-saving surgeries and medical training.

Fleet Rarity

One of only a handful of DC-10s still regularly operating, and the only flying eye hospital of its kind.

Record Flights

Has flown medical missions around the world, often to underserved areas; not known for commercial route records.

Safety & Events

The Orbis DC-10 is notable for its humanitarian role; not linked to commercial or fatal incidents in this role.

Future Outlook

Retired from flight as of 2022; replaced by a newer MD-10. Preserved as a training/teaching platform.

Specifications

General Electric CF6-50C2

Engine

50.4 m

Wingspan

55.5 m

Length

10,600 km

Range

910 km/h

Speed

250-380 passengers (standard); Orbis configuration is a flying hospital

Capacity

258,000 kg

MTOW

17.7 m

Height

233 kN (52,700 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Approximately 104-107 dB; ICAO Chapter 3

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