Originally Posted by
slowplay
I don't know, but I don't think so. When we got the 777-200LR we didn't get any rate modification from our 777 rate. One of the MD-90's we bought is an MD-90-30ER, and there's not a rate difference there either.
Doesn't the formula we use include range and lift as factors? I would think if we get an aircraft that model that has greater range it should demand more pay. I'm honestly not flaming here. Just thinking out loud. I'm am somewhat amazed at the negativity we are seeing from a new aircraft order for mainline though.