N9626F

This airframe, registered as N9626F, is a McDonnell Douglas DC-9-83 (MD-83) built in 1998, carrying manufacturer serial number 53596. The airframe was produced by McDonnell Douglas (now part of Boeing) and is currently owned by JETRAN LLC, an LLC based in Horseshoe Bay, TX, US. The aircraft is registered in the US and is listed in a high-density passenger configuration; its market valuation is indicated at $3,000,000, reflecting its age, configuration, and engine type. Notable registry and ownership records include the current single-owner listing under JETRAN LLC, with no other operator changes published in the supplied data.

The aircraft is fitted in a high-density passenger layout accommodating up to 172 passengers in an airline configuration, reflecting its use for dense short- to medium-haul operations. Avionics are described as Collins / Honeywell systems typical on MD-83 operator fits (specific fit varies by operator), indicating operator-specific equipment choices rather than a single factory standard. With a cruise speed of 440 kts and a range of 2,504 nm, the MD-83 airframe is typically employed on transcontinental or high-frequency regional routes where seat density and turnaround performance are prioritized. Maintenance considerations for this specific airframe center on aging JT8D-219 turbofan support and structure fatigue management consistent with a 1998 build; any unique cabin amenities beyond the high-density configuration were not provided.

The MD-83 is part of the DC-9 family optimized for short- to medium-range trunk routes, offering a balance of seating capacity and runway performance relative to contemporaries. Competing models in the used market have included later-generation single-aisles offering improved fuel efficiency; the MD-83’s appeal is driven by lower acquisition price points and existing support networks for Pratt & Whitney JT8D variants. Resale and maintenance considerations for this airframe hinge on engine overhaul cycles, avionics retrofits under operator preference, and the aircraft’s valuation of $3,000,000 against retrofit costs and regulatory compliance for older high-density passenger interiors.