I suppose it could be part of the bigger malaise we're seeing in the country. From my perspective the 737 tells us we're settling for yesterday's technology stretched beyond its capabilities.

I liked flying the 737-800 and really liked the -700, but the 757 is a much better airplane from the front end. However, it's main limfac is the single aisle.

Now, if these are merely placeholders while we have some sly master plan to buy something else from Boeing, then I'll feel better.