Delta Airlines Mcdonnell Douglas MD88 ·

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The primary subject in the image is a white commercial jet aircraft, viewed head-on while taxiing on a concrete runway or taxiway. The aircraft is a rear-engine design with two cylindrical jet engines mounted on either side of the fuselage near the tail, and it has a T-tail configuration with the horizontal stabilizer mounted high on the vertical fin. The aircraft’s nose light is illuminated, creating a starburst effect. Its landing wheels are fully deployed and touching the ground. No visible airline logos, registration numbers, or distinct color markings are apparent on the fuselage or tail, indicating a mostly plain white livery. The cockpit windows and nose shape suggest a regional jet or short-to-medium haul aircraft. In the background, the scene reveals a flat airport environment with a broad paved surface extending into the distance. The horizon line is marked by low tree lines and sparse vegetation under a clear sky with no visible clouds. The lighting suggests the image was taken during daylight hours, likely midday or afternoon due to the shadow positions and brightness. No other aircraft, airport buildings, ground vehicles, or personnel are visible in the image, allowing focus solely on the taxiing aircraft. Additional keywords: T-tail, regional jet, jet engines, rear-mounted engines, taxiway markings, airport runway, nose cone, cockpit windows, aircraft nose light, twin-engine plane, landing wheels, clear sky, daytime, flat terrain, distant trees, aviation, aircraft silhouette, horizontal stabilizer, vertical fin -- Delta Airlines Mcdonnell Douglas MD88 MKE airport KMKE airport General Mitchell International Airport Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA 6B251B00-BA5B-45A8-961E-60E842691F78.jpeg AJ Riccobono December 0, 03/18/2020