Originally Posted by
Delta2heavy
There is a rumor floating around about us becoming a max customer in the future. I hope to god it is false. Not just cause of the whole mcas thing although that is very high on the list, but because there is already a capable aircraft in the 321neo on order. The max is a pos, still has the recall system, no eicas, still the same overhead panel, and it’s capable If even longer missions than the 737-800. So uncomfortable. the only scenario I can think of is ordering some in the future to replace the 737-800 in 5-7 years or so, but I hope to god no!!!!
Delta is in love with the 737 dispatch reliability (other customers' Max difficulties aside). I don't know if the 321NEO will be better, but apparently the 320s can't hold a candle to the 737. I'll operate whatever Delta wants to pay me industry-leading compensation to fly. I suspect customers prefer riding in an Airbus, but they definitely prefer being early over delaying or canceling for maintenance.