Delta MD-88 N901DL (49532/1338) Del. 03/09/1987
This Delta MD-88 was one of the first eight aircraft delivered to the airline which were actually converted MD-82's. The aircraft were completely upgraded which included the more powerful JT8D-219 engine. (Photo Michael Carter Collection)
Delta MD-88 N940DL (49813/1599) Del. 06/17/1989
N940DL taxies at Tulsa, Oklahoma in January 2000 displaying the color scheme introduced in 1997. Delta has since changed the color scheme again, and now operates its aircraft in three different color schemes making it very interesting for us airliner photographers and spotters alike. (Photo Michael Carter Collection)
Delta MD-88 N948DL (49879/1666) Del. 12/29/1989
This Delta MD-88 wears the latest color scheme (introduced in 2000). Delta is the only airline that currently operates its aircraft fleet wearing three different color schemes. N948DL is seen taxing for departure from New Yorks John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK). (Photo Michael Carter Collection)
