In a message dated 8/13/2003 12:28:30 PM Pacific Daylight Time, BraniffIntl@xxxxxxx writes: << > LAX-BOS is around 2900 statute miles, so it is well within the realistic > range of the A320 with a full load. I believe HP's A320s fly with 150 > seats, F > and Y. > 100 miles of margin, eh? The A319 gets you there without leaving bags behind, bumping passengers, or making a fuel stop. Going west to east shouldn't be a problem for the A320...it's just going the opposite direction that causes second thoughts! >> I said 2900 Statute. Airbus claims 3000 Nautical. The conversion puts that well within range