Spotter’s guide
How to identify the Boeing 727
- 01Three engines clustered at the rear of the fuselage
- 02A tall T-tail above the center engine intake
- 03An S-shaped duct feeds the center engine
- 04Strongly swept wings and a clean, engine-free wing profile
Major variants
Notable operators
Eastern Air Lines • United Airlines • American Airlines • Delta Air Lines • FedEx Express
Why the Boeing 727 matters
The 727 became one of the defining short- and medium-range airliners of the early jet age. It was the first commercial jetliner to pass 1,000 sales and remained important in passenger and cargo service for decades.
Related aircraft
Sources and further reading
Specifications can vary by model, engine, load, and configuration.