Originally Posted by
2005 Blues
I've only heard it was the 767-400ER, not the -300ER. The cab driver in Narita told me the -400 has a similar cockpit to the -777, but it different from the 757 hence no common type. He also said it has a longer fuselage and broader wingspan than the -300.
To quote the Boeing website: "The 767-400ER is an ideal replacement for L-1011, DC-10-30 and A300 airplanes that are no longer economical in today's highly competitive business environment." Which would make sense if it's planned to replace the MD-10s and the A300s.
Was that a typo Manny or did you specifically hear -300 vs -400? Inquiring minds want to know.
There is only one type rating for the 757/767, including all models of each. As far as I know, that is and checked the FAA site. The guys at Continental fly the 767-400 on the very same type rating as we have for purple 757/767 rated pilots. The level of differences training and how they segregate the flying (or not) IDK. I think the FAA though is clear, there is not a B767-400 type. Will FDX try to get the "common" type with a 777? We have done it before....
