MD82

The MD-82 is a variant of the MD-80 family, a twin-engine, single-aisle jet airliner developed by McDonnell Douglas as a successor to the DC-9. It was designed for medium-range passenger service and typically configured to carry around 150 passengers in standard layouts. The MD-82 introduced higher maximum takeoff weight and payload capability compared with earlier MD-80 variants, extending its practical range and flexibility for operators.

Design and configuration: Like other MD-80 derivatives, the MD-82 features two rear-mounted engines and a conventional tail. It uses a swept wing and a redesigned horizontal stabilizer, with cockpit and systems aligned with the MD-80 family. Interior arrangements vary by airline, but the airframe is sized for medium-range routes and higher-density seating than some earlier narrow-bodies.

Operational history: The MD-82 was widely employed by airlines around the world, with major carriers such as American Airlines among the largest operators. Production of the MD-80 family, including the MD-82, ceased in the late 1990s as newer aircraft entered service. Many MD-82s remained in commercial service into the 2000s and 2010s, with some retired, stored, or converted to cargo or other roles over time. The MD-82 is part of the lineage that includes the MD-83 and MD-88 variants and ties back to the DC-9 design lineage now associated with Boeing.