McDonnell Douglas Aircraft Company DC-9 Super 80 Lapel Pin. The McDonnell Douglas DC-9 is a twin-engine single aisle jet airliner manufactured by It first flew and entered airline service in 1965. It was designed for frequent, short-flights. The final . There were 976 of these built. Its First Flight was in February 25, 1965. It was first introduced December 8, 1965 with Delta Air Lines with American Airlines. It was later developed into McDonnell Douglas MD-80, MD-90 and the Boeing 717. Lapel pin is in awesome conditon. Measures 5/8" H W. Shipping is $3.95 to anywhere in the USA. International shipping rates apply. Continue to browse this store for other vintage airline collectibles often!