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20 Jun 2026 · © Unknown

717-2BD landing in KCLT

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Aircraft

Delta Air Lines standard livery

Airline

Delta Air Lines

Manufacturer

Boeing (originally McDonnell Douglas)

Gear

NIKON CORPORATION NIKON D500

Achievements

Rare Bird, Vintage Voyager, Boeing Beginner

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Photo grade

C

C

Score: 69.0

Blue color cast and underexposure detract from a sharp profile shot; try adjusting white balance for better impact.

Location

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Charlotte Douglas International Airport · CLT/KCLT · Runway 19R

35.2249, -80.9628

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Charlotte Douglas International Airport CLT

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 717 was the last airliner designed under McDonnell Douglas before the merger with Boeing. It is recognized for its reliability and efficiency on short- to medium-haul routes, particularly in the United States. Delta is the largest operator of the type as of 2024.

Fleet Rarity

Delta is the world\'s largest 717 operator, but fewer than 150 were ever built.

Record Flights

No significant record flights but the type has been a workhorse for short routes in the USA.

Safety & Events

Boeing 717s have had very few incidents—one of the safest jetliner designs in service history.

Future Outlook

Delta plans gradual retirement, but in 2024 these aircraft are still operational on short-haul domestic routes.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce BR715

Engine

28.4 m

Wingspan

37.8 m

Length

3,815 km

Range

811 km/h

Speed

106 (2-class), up to 134 (1-class, high density) passengers

Capacity

54,884 kg

MTOW

8.3 m

Height

83.4 kN (18,700 lbf) per engine

Thrust

ICAO Chapter 3/4 compliant, 87 dB takeoff max (typical)

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