This isn't just a different coloured switch! MCAS is a technical difference in the flight control system from all other models of the B737. At a minimum, there should have been a need to brief it in the classroom / CBT differences course.

(Written on 2018年 11月 16日)(Permalink)

If you're going to take A330-900's, it's only logical to also take the A321-LR to reduce your cross training costs.

(Written on 2018年 11月 16日)(Permalink)

It's not that simple. This was an early serial number A320 - not equipped with GPS. They were flying an FMS-based RNAV approach. The FMS does not give you the option of tuning a navaid that is not part of the published procedure.

(Written on 2018年 09月 28日)(Permalink)

Seriously, Mr. Garneau? What's that old saying about the lessons of history? There are some traditions that simply don't fit with modern security requirements. This'd be one of them.

(Written on 2017年 12月 11日)(Permalink)

I won’t bother reading your rant because typing in capitals is the internet’s version of yelling. Maybe try again in a civil tone.

(Written on 2017年 11月 25日)(Permalink)

They have been. The myriad of 737 variants are all because of one customer who demanded fleet commonality. Remember that the 737 NG was supposed to be the 787, then when one large customer refused to buy it because of pilot training costs, it magically morphed into a “new” 737.

(Written on 2017年 11月 25日)(Permalink)

Focus on the real prize folks. As a Canadian, it's easy to find their action reprehensible, but Boeing's real motivation has little to do with Bombardier and the C Series and everything to do with keeping China at bay. One could easily argue that if Bombardier hadn't been in so much hot water over program losses on the C Series - thus making them a prime target for a foreign takeover - this would have remained a non-issue. It was scarier for Boeing to have a weak competitor with a great product than a strong one.

(Written on 2017年 11月 24日)(Permalink)

Maybe Donald uses Ping?

(Written on 2017年 11月 17日)(Permalink)

Follow the money, as in, the billions in tax breaks and subsidies Boeing receives both irectky and indirectly. Then follow the millions they spent to help Trump get elected and you'll find how this whole thing is both a sham and the ultimate in hypocrisy.

(Written on 2017年 10月 13日)(Permalink)

FYI, Air Canada does not charge the seat selection fee when you check in within 24 hours of departure.

(Written on 2017年 09月 25日)(Permalink)