In recent years, only NW still operates DC-9; and with a rather sizable fleet. It's a tribute to the excellent design and construction of the Douglas Corp.
DC-9-30 in NW's latest colour scheme, respledent under the morning sun, HPN, Aug. 2004
NW DC-9 approaching LGA RWY 22, Apr. 2004
N753NW was built in 1968. It still looks great in 2006
NW DC-9 approaching LGA RWY4, Aug. 2006
NW DC-9-50 approaching DTW RWY 4L
NW DC-9-50 now painted in DL colour scheme after the official merger of the two airlines.