Launched on 5 December 1960 and designed for maximum commonality with 707, permitting similar cabin layouts. Advanced aerodynamics and greater wing sweepback. First flown on 9 February 1963, and entered service with Eastern Air Lines on 1 February 1964. Total delivered: 1,832.
Specifications:
Accommodation: 2 + 189
Cargo/baggage: 43.2 m³(1,525 cu.ft)
Max Speed: MO.95 548 kt (1,014 km/h)
Range: 2,370 nm (4,392 km)
Dimensions:
Wingspan: 39.9 m (108 ft 0 in)
Length: 46.7 m (153 ft 2 in)
Height: 10.4 m (34 ft 0 in)
Features:
Low/swept wing; three PEtW JT8D turbofan engines, one atop and integral with tail and two on side of rear fuselage; highly-swept T-tail and tailplane.