Originally Posted by
badflaps
I flew the DC-10 as a F/O (School and sim. at AA) and then got a 727 bid, but all the Capts. I flew with who moved on to the 1011, much preferred the Lockheed. Mostly over the electronics. Which may be a little unfair, since our "10's" were delivered with 2 VOR's and 2 ADF's only.
This 1982 book tells how the widebodies (747, L1011, & DC10), were developed and marketed. Who bought which one, and why, is a fascinating story.
https://www.amazon.com/Sporty-Game-H.../dp/0394514475