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Which McDonnell Douglas aircraft was known for its distinctive "double-bubble" fuselage?

  • DC-9

  • DC-10

  • MD-80

  • MD-11

Answer

The DC-9 was a twin-engine, single-aisle jet airliner developed by McDonnell Douglas. It featured a distinctive "double-bubble" fuselage, which provided a wider cabin and increased cargo capacity. The DC-9 was first introduced in 1965 and was the basis for the later MD-80 and MD-90 series of aircraft.
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