Chazbird,

Thanks for the info. Some really good stuff. As I understand, the TU-154M with those upgraded engines are really popular in the eastern block. The thrust to weight ratio is better on the TU-154M than the B727, so I bet it is pretty "sporty".

I would like a pilot who has flown both the B757 and the TU-214 to respond. The comparison would be really interesting to hear.

GG