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Someone explained to me btw why CAL can fly a 752, 753, 762 and 764 as one category and its because their aircraft are newer and the PFDs have tapes. But I don't think UAL's have the tapes. Not sure, maybe someone knows?
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The FAA approved them for 2 config in one category. That way they are able to run the airline about 1000 pilots understaffed, according to their PBS provider.
They pushhed hard for 3 configs on the 737, but the FAA wouldn't allow it, thats why their NGs have rounds displayed, like at SWA.