Originally Posted by kfahmi

As far as engines under the wings go, I don't see the appeal. On the 175 I can't imagine you could cross-control very much during a crosswind landing, or you'd get an engine strike. Those engines look like they're just ready to eat some pavement.

Of course, I've never flown one, so I speak from a position of ignorance. Any -175 drivers on here who can tell us?