Boeing 727
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| − | The Boeing 727 is a medium-sized airliner, and the second most sold airliner of all time, after the [[Boeing 737]]. It is faster | + | The Boeing 727 is a medium-sized airliner, and the second most sold airliner of all time, after the [[Boeing 737]]. It is faster than its little brother, but with three tail-mounted engines more expensive to run and maintain. |
The 727 has its own inbuilt "airstair" under the tail, allowing it to operate from unimproved airfields. A special device was fitted to all 727s in the 1970s which holds the airstair closed during flight, so people can't jump out! | The 727 has its own inbuilt "airstair" under the tail, allowing it to operate from unimproved airfields. A special device was fitted to all 727s in the 1970s which holds the airstair closed during flight, so people can't jump out! | ||
Latest revision as of 03:20, 30 July 2011
The Boeing 727 is a jet aircraft in av8.
[edit] Stats
| Introduction | 1964 |
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| Withdrawal | 2014 |
| Aircraft Type | Small |
| Cruising Speed | 568mph |
| Capacity | 94 pax & 25 mail, or 80 crates of goods 45 pax & 50 mail (Combi) |
[edit] Information
The Boeing 727 is a medium-sized airliner, and the second most sold airliner of all time, after the Boeing 737. It is faster than its little brother, but with three tail-mounted engines more expensive to run and maintain.
The 727 has its own inbuilt "airstair" under the tail, allowing it to operate from unimproved airfields. A special device was fitted to all 727s in the 1970s which holds the airstair closed during flight, so people can't jump out!
