McDonnell Douglas MD-83 Private Charter Flights and Prices
The third model in the MD-80 series, the McDonnell Douglas Executive is a stretched and improved development of the McDonnell Douglas DC-9, featuring more powerful, efficient, and quieter engines, a longer range, a greater speed, and more baggage capacity and cabin space.
The average hourly rental rate of the McDonnell Douglas MD-83 is around 16,500 USD per hour.
Aircraft Size
| Aircraft Size | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 147.67 ft | 45.01 m |
| Wing Span | 107.68 ft | 32.82 m |
| Height | 29.49 ft | 8.99 m |
| Bag. Capacity | 1,250 ft³ | 35 m³ |
Cabin Size
| Cabin Size | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 100.98 ft | 30.78 m |
| Width | 10.30 ft | 3.14 m |
| Height | 6.76 ft | 2.06 m |
| Area | 6,777 ft³ | 192 m³ |
Aircraft Seats
| Layout | Seats |
|---|---|
| Max Seating | 170 |
| Typical Seating | 155 |
| Pilots | 2 |
Average Prices
| Costs | USD | EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase New | - | - |
| Purchase Used | - | - |
| Charter Rate | 16,500 USD/hour | 16,500 EUR/hour |
Performance Specifications
| Performance | English | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| IFR Range | 2,346 nm | 4,345 km |
| Cruise Speed | 435 KTAS | 807 km/h |
| Certified Ceiling | 37,000 ft | 11,278 m |
| Rate of Climb | 2,500 ft/m | 762 m/m |
| Takeoff Distance | 8,375 ft | 2,553 m |
| Landing Distance | 5,200 ft | 1,585 m |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 160,000 lbs | 72,575 kg |
| Max Landing Weight | 139,500 lbs | 63,276 kg |
| Useful Weight | 80,314 lbs | 36,430 kg |
| Payload with Full Fuel | 33,541 lbs | 15,214 kg |
More about the McDonnell Douglas MD-83
The MD-83 is a variant of the MD-80, a popular medium range narrow body airliner developed in the 1960's. The MD-83 is a longer range version of the MD-80 and also supported a longer range, greater fuel capacity, and more powerful engines. The MD-83 first saw service with Alaska Airlines in 1985, and its production period ran until 1999.
Key Features of the McDonnell Douglas MD-83
The MD-83 has a maximum seating capacity of 172 in a single class configuration, or more commonly 155 in a 2-class configuration. The standard seating configuration is 5 abreast with 3 seats on the right ride of the cabin and 2 seats on the left. There are 3 fully enclosed lavatories on board, with two locations in the rear, and one located in the front. There is 1 galley on board for food and beverage preparation.
Capabilities of the McDonnell Douglas MD-83
Designed as a short to medium range jet, the MD-83 has a range of 2,900 miles at a maximum altitude of 37,000 ft. The typical cruise speed of the MD-83 is 504 mph. The aircraft has a cargo capacity of 1,235 cubic feet of cargo space, and can take off fully loaded from 8,000 foot runways.
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