rickair, you're a great help once again. One last final verdict: how would you rate the CRJ-200 (add the -700 if you like) on a scale of 1 to 10 on each of the following:

-Overall Performance
-Handling/manouverability
-cockpit displays and systems
-ergonomics/comfort
-"fun to fly" factor

General question I've been wondering. I flew on a CRJ once and it seemed no louder than any other jetliner. So why do I always see RJ pilots wearing the big David Clarke noise reduction headsets? I hear it's a requirement, but why??

Thanks guys