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Tupolev Tu-134

How to spot it

Two engines on the rear fuselage, a T-tail and, on most, a glazed navigator's nose.

Often confused with

McDonnell Douglas DC-9

The Tu-134 has a glazed navigator's nose and swept, kinked wings with gear pods; the DC-9 has a solid nose.

Tupolev Tu-134 vs McDonnell Douglas DC-9: side by side

Details

MakerTupolev
TypeAirliner
ICAO codeT134
First flight1963

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