Thread: This 757 won't return to service
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Old 06-15-2019 | 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by 2StgTurbine
Huh? The 757 is one of the nicest planes to land. It has a huge wing with lots of lift, tail strikes aren't an issue (in the 200 at least), lots of crosswind capability, low approach speeds, and great brakes.

Performing a nice flare at 30 feet and 135 knots in the 757 is way easier than arresting the controlled crash of a 737-800 at 160 knots 10 feet above the ground while trying not to hit the tail and worrying about brake temperatures when deciding what turn off to aim for.
Flare a 757 at 30 feet? You’ll float forever in that. 10-20 feet. And you’ll still roll it on in the zone. Now the 767 should be flared at 30 feet.
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