Originally Posted by Bucking Bar

That's right. They sure aren't "speed brakes." The speed brakes are the flaps, but you can't use them without reconfiguring the hydraulic system. 67 cockpit lighting rheostats or switches, some of which short out if the rubber "approach chart holder" dries up and falls out. Many "repaired" with electrical tape. Poles and Ladders... at least what is ineffective at controlling is unreliable. What is astonishingly redundant is a fire hazard. The seats are uncomfortable but it doesn't have the gas or the wing to go very far.

CAL-ALPA called it right... the whole airplane is offensive. I'm still convinced Mr. Douglas wife had an affair with a First Officer and he was seeking revenge.

But still, I'm happy if we get more of them.