Well, Boeing went from an airline manufacturer to a boutique airplane maker telling its customers what they wanted to buy. With the 757 orders pretty much drying up, downplaying the Airbus assault fixing to hit the market. Boeing just decided to add a fuel tank, and a few extra rows, increase the range, they would have a best seller on their hands. They quickly destroyed the tooling. Airlines began to realize the economics of narrow body overseas flying with the 757. But, it was Airbus that was there with the closest replacement, the A321.

(Written on 2019年 02月 12日)(Permalink)

I'd still rather be on a 20 year old 757.

(Written on 2019年 02月 10日)(Permalink)

Aren't these planes going to be assembled at the Mobile facility?

(Written on 2019年 02月 04日)(Permalink)

Do they still park straight in, or do they park at a 45-degree angle? It seems that could make for an even faster turn. In some circumstances, the planes would be able to power out.

(Written on 2018年 08月 07日)(Permalink)

The captain thought he was lined up with the runway because of his comment "I can see lights on the runway". The controller responds, "Air Canada 759, confirmed. You are cleared to land on runway 2-8 Right. There is no one on 2-8 Right but you." For me, an armchair investigator, this seals the fate of the coming mishap. The pilot see lights on the runway, while he is actually looking and heading for Taxiway C. Still approaching Taxiway C, the tower confirms "and on Runway 2-8 right". No one, including the pilot and controller, knows that the flight isn't where it is supposed to be until an unknown pilot asks "where's this guy going?" Someone is now noticing something isn't quite right, a second or two late, "He's on the taxiway!" Almost 20 seconds pass until the flight receives the controllers to go around.

(Written on 2017年 08月 01日)(Permalink)

This is certainly a much better solution than nothing. Thanks for the post, Kevin.

(Written on 2017年 05月 01日)(Permalink)

Matt use to be a likeable and good co-host. And, then he got a haircut. Good luck, Wrangler!

(Written on 2016年 03月 11日)(Permalink)

Has anyone heard or read whether they were using full power for takeoff, or reduced thrust?

(Written on 2016年 03月 04日)(Permalink)

Very well stated.

(Written on 2016年 03月 04日)(Permalink)