Boeing (formerly McDonnell Douglas) 717-200

22 Feb 2026 · © Unknown

Aircraft registration N967AT shows this airframe is a late-production 717, operated by Delta after serving AirTran. The 717 is now a rare sight with only a few operators left globally and is a favorite of aviation enthusiasts due to its ties to the DC-9/MD-80 family.

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Aircraft

717-200 B712

Delta Air Lines standard livery

N967AT

Registration

Airline

Delta Air Lines

DAL / DL

Manufacturer

Boeing (formerly McDonnell Douglas)

Insights

Aviation History

The Boeing 717 is the final development of the DC-9 lineage, initially introduced by McDonnell Douglas as the MD-95 before Boeing acquired the company. It became known for its reliability and short-haul efficiency, primarily serving under Delta and Hawaiian Airlines in its later years. Production ended in 2006.

Fleet Rarity

One of fewer than 90 Boeing 717-200s in active service worldwide as of 2024. Delta operates the largest 717 fleet.

Record Flights

No notable long-haul records; operated shorter US domestic routes, including Atlanta–Dallas and Atlanta–Raleigh.

Safety & Events

Delta's 717s have been reliable workhorses with few major incidents. The type is notable as one of the last true 'T-tail' jets in large-scale US mainline service.

Future Outlook

Delta is gradually retiring its 717 fleet; several have already been placed into storage or parted out.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce BR715

Engine

28.4 meters

Wingspan

37.8 meters

Length

2,645 kilometers

Range

811 kilometers per hour

Speed

110 passengers

Capacity

52,617 kilograms

MTOW

8.4 meters

Height

83.4 kN (18,920 lbf) per engine

Thrust

Chapter 4 ICAO compliant (~85-90 dB typical takeoff)

Noise

Image is slightly blurry and affected by window reflections, but airline and aircraft type details are clearly identifiable.