Boeing/McDonnell Douglas DC-9-40 Freighter

Aircraft Information Boeing/McDonnell Douglas DC-9-40 Freighter

Boeing/McDonnell Douglas DC-9-40 Freighter is a cargo version of the narrow-body passenger aircraft DC-9-40, developed by McDonnell Douglas (currently a part of Boeing). The aircraft was designed for cargo transportation on short and medium distances.

The DC-9-40 Freighter has a cargo cabin that can accommodate up to 15 cargo pallets. The maximum takeoff weight of the aircraft is 57,150 kg, and the maximum range is 3,700 km.

The first flight of the DC-9-40 Freighter took place in 1978. A total of 8 cargo versions of this aircraft were produced. Some of them are still in use as cargo carriers.

Technical information about the Boeing/McDonnell Douglas DC-9-40 Freighter

- Length: 36.37 m

- Wingspan: 28.42 m

- Cargo hold dimensions: 17.4 m x 2.2 m x 2.1 m

- Maximum takeoff weight: 57,605 kg

- Maximum speed: 870 km/h

- Range: 3,700 km

- Engine: 2 x Pratt & Whitney JT8D-9A

- Weight: 28,120 kg

The most comfortable and safe places on the plane

Like in any other aircraft, the safest seats in a Boeing/McDonnell Douglas DC-9-40 Freighter are located in the rear of the cabin. This is because in the event of an emergency, the aircraft usually impacts the ground nose-first, so passengers in the rear have a higher chance of survival.

In addition, the comfortable seats in a Boeing/McDonnell Douglas DC-9-40 Freighter are the ones near the cabin exits, as they usually have more legroom and allow for a quick exit if necessary.

It is also worth considering that seats near the wings may be noisier and more prone to shaking due to the engines, so it is better to choose seats in the middle of the cabin.

Finally, if you are afraid of heights or suffer from claustrophobia, it is better to choose a seat near the aisle to have the ability to move freely and not feel trapped.