Originally Posted by
UAL T38 Phlyer
If they added just a smidge of wing, it would be a really good 757-200 equivalent.
But, as I understand it (possibly even with the new winglets), they often have to fly in the high 20s when heavy...just not enough wing.
High 20's is a bit of an exaggeration. Low 30's yes. FL320/330 to start. Maybe up to 370 at the end of a transcon.