Originally Posted by
flyallnite
I'm thinking that the A321 is going to be one hell of a pig, especially on the transcon legs. I'm sure it can go coast to coast, but initial cruise altitude will probably be in the high 20's to low 30's. Doesn't make for a very good ride on those "weather days". Same issue with the 767-400 and the 757-300 I guess. Anybody ever flown a 321? Is it the same wing?
You're right. The 767-400 has that problem in a big way. Under-powered and not enough wing. Boeing stretched it to the breaking point.
Everybody else on the Atlantic tracks will be reporting smooth rides at FL350 to 390 while the 76-400 is getting pounded in the top of the clouds stuck at 310 and unable higher.