A handful of iconic tri-jets, more than 50 years old, still soar across American skies, performing some of the most demanding roles in aviation.

In terms of performance, the MD-11 outweighs its rival in thrust, Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW), and range. Seemingly, the ...

Though the McDonnell Douglas DC-10 might not be as famous as its Boeing counterpart, it still stands as an important part of aviation history for a few reasons.

The MD-11, successor to the McDonnell Douglas DC-10 jet, promised a better future for the company. But things didn't go as planned after its first flight.