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Old 06-06-2006 | 08:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Cass
Hi Charlie!

Do you prefer the NG series or do you like the tried and true 300's
I have some good friens at Amwest/USAirways that love the Airbus, but some friends at SW have told me that Boeing ouclasses them in a big way,
What do you think?
NG's are good for situational awareness (EFIS) and the fact that they can go to 41,000 feet and are a little faster. Older 737s are like a pair of broke in shoes though. I think Boeing got it right in the "feel" department with the -300. Everything just feels like it should balance wise, and I can grease on 99 percent of -300 landings. Don't do so well on others as they all have their unique things that need to be compensated for. I used to fly the 757 and that is a great machine to fly as well. Never had any experience with Airbus so my dislike is out of ignorance. My favorites in order: 737-900/ 700/ 300/ 800/ 500.