Boeing 737-900ER vs McDonnell Douglas MD-80 vs Boeing 737-200
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Boeing 737-900ER vs McDonnell Douglas MD-80 vs Boeing 737-200

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Basic Information Comparison

Performance Comparison

Facts Comparison

  • Interesting Fact 📖
    Unique historical or technical fact about the aircraft
    Boeing 737-900ER
    • Has the longest fuselage of any 737 variant
    McDonnell Douglas MD-80
    • Known as the 'Mad Dog'
    Boeing 737-200
    • Can operate from gravel runways

  • Sarcastic Fact 🤣
    Humorous or ironic observation about the aircraft
    Boeing 737-900ER
    • Known as the TARDIS of aviation - bigger on the inside
    McDonnell Douglas MD-80
    • The plane that thinks it's a vacuum cleaner
    Boeing 737-200
    • Nicknamed the 'Guppy' for its short chunky appearance

Specifications Comparison

General Comparison

Features Comparison

  • Known For 💡
    Distinctive characteristic or notable feature of the aircraft
    Boeing 737-900ER
    • Reliability
      Boeing 737-900ER is known for Reliability.
    • Versatility
      Boeing 737-900ER is known for Versatility.
    McDonnell Douglas MD-80
    • Rear-Mounted Engines
      McDonnell Douglas MD-80 is known for Rear-Mounted Engines.
    Boeing 737-200
    • Durability
      Boeing 737-200 is known for Durability.

  • Pros ➕
    Key advantages and strong points of the aircraft
    Boeing 737-900ER
    • Proven Track Record
    • Easy Maintenance
      Aircraft with simplified maintenance requirements and accessible components
    • Good Range
      Aircraft with sufficient range for typical regional operations
    McDonnell Douglas MD-80
    • Reliable Operation
    • Low Acquisition Cost
      Aircraft available at competitive initial purchase prices
    • Proven Design
      Aircraft with established reliability and performance record
    Boeing 737-200
    • Proven Design
      Aircraft with established reliability and performance record
    • Low Operating Cost
    • Simple Systems

  • Cons ➖
    Main disadvantages or limitations of the aircraft
    Boeing 737-900ER
    McDonnell Douglas MD-80
    Boeing 737-200
    • Noisy
    • Higher Fuel Consumption

Ratings Comparison

Alternatives to Boeing 737-900ER
Boeing 737-300
Known for Reliability
🔧 is more reliable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🛡 is safer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⏳ is more durable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⭐ is better overall than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
Boeing 717-200
Known for Reliability
🔧 is more reliable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⛽ is more fuel efficient than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
💱 is more comfortable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🛡 is safer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⏳ is more durable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⭐ is better overall than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
Boeing 737-700
Known for Reliability,Versatility
🔧 is more reliable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⛽ is more fuel efficient than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🚀 flies higher than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
💱 is more comfortable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🛡 is safer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⏳ is more durable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⭐ is better overall than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
McDonnell Douglas DC-9
Known for Reliability
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⏳ is more durable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
McDonnell Douglas MD-90
Known for Fuel Efficiency
🔧 is more reliable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
💱 is more comfortable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🛡 is safer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⏳ is more durable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⭐ is better overall than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
COMAC ARJ21
Known for Chinese Aviation Entry
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🚀 flies higher than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
Boeing 737 MAX
Known for Controversial History
👥 has more seats than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⛽ is more fuel efficient than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🚀 flies higher than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
💱 is more comfortable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⏳ is more durable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⭐ is better overall than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
Boeing 777-300ER
Known for Reliability Record
🔧 is more reliable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
👥 has more seats than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⛽ is more fuel efficient than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🚀 flies higher than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
💱 is more comfortable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🛡 is safer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⏳ is more durable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⭐ is better overall than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
Boeing 707-320B
Known for First Successful Commercial Jet
👥 has more seats than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🚀 flies higher than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
Boeing 797
Known for Market Flexibility,Operating Economics
🔧 is more reliable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
👥 has more seats than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🌍 flies longer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⛽ is more fuel efficient than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🚀 flies higher than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
💱 is more comfortable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
🛡 is safer than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⏳ is more durable than McDonnell Douglas MD-80
⭐ is better overall than McDonnell Douglas MD-80