Performance figures are nominal manufacturer values for reference only. Always consult the official Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) for operational use.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 61.2 m |
| Wingspan | 51.7 m with winglets |
| Range | 12,600 km (6,800 NM) |
| Cruise | Mach 0.82 (871 km/h / 470 kt) |
| Capacity | 298 passengers or 91 tonnes cargo |
| Engines | GE CF6-80C2 or PW4460 |
History & Development
Entering service in 1990 as a modernized, glass-cockpit derivative of the DC-10, the MD-11 featured a distinctive third engine mounted in the base of the vertical tail stabilizer.
Main Variants
MD-11 Passenger, MD-11F Freighter, MD-11CF Convertible, MD-11ER Extended Range.
Typical Operators
FedEx Express, UPS Airlines, Western Global Airlines (predominantly cargo).
Did You Know?
The MD-11 was one of the earliest widebodies to eliminate the third cockpit crew member (the flight engineer) in favor of automated electronic systems.