One More before bed...
So, why did LH never order 753s? I understand the 752s, because Boeing
does not make an ER and the A321 offers better commonality with LH's fleet
and better mileage (with less range and performance). The 753s, however, are
the ideal replacement for the A300, as they are increadibly efficient, have
sufficient range, and are REALLY safe. In fact, the 757 has one of the best
crash records this side of the L1011.
I don't know why people are so down on the 757. Sure they are long, but
they have the same config as any other single aisle, so that should not make
a real difference. Also, the damn things are far smoother than 737s or
A320s, as well as 767s and A330s. Also, I noticed that they are more
comfortable than a lot of jets. In the Summer of 2001, I flew to Europe with
US. I flew LAX-PHL-FRA and back with A321 LAX-PHL, A333 Transatlantic, and
757 PHL-LAX. I found the 757 to be the most comfortable, with the most
legroom, even though it was the oldest of the planes. The one thing I did
like about the A333 was the entertainment in Economy. I wish LH, my favorite
long-haul carrier, would put seatback entertainment in economy, that would
make it perfect