Yes they have winglets. Additionally, the wingspan is 166'11" = 10'10" wider than the -200s and regular -300s (seemed like you might like more technical information...) :)

:p

Like I said.... slow night in paradise. Thanks for the info.

DHL would have to order more aircraft...... I think those are the last 2 from the original order? Also the bid pack and the flight schedule shows ABX flying CVG-MCO-MIA starting 03/01/13...not that thing don't change by the minute around here!

that makes sense. we're supposed to start NRT in March. we're still scrambling to staff the two new birds, anything beyond that would require lots more hiring.

What are the arrangements for crew rest areas,lavs and galleys on the -200s,-300s and the new -300ERFs?

Just curious, I may just hold out until the 777s arrive.

I'm just sayin

the -200s and -300Fs have a row of jumpseats along the back wall of the cockpit. Haven't tried out the -300F yet, but in the -200s, if you curl up tight enough, you could theoretically fall asleep. you'd have more opportunity in the -300F, but the crew also gets to step over you on the way to/from the lav, which is right next to the jumpseats. i think the -300F seats are fold-down seats, i remember the -200 seats being a little more substantial. -300F also has a very small space for a galley. doesn't hold our normal complement of catering. solutions are being developed.

-200s have a stinky honey pot lav, but at least it's not in the flight deck. the "galley" is a couple of locking containers above where you stow your luggage.

the -300ERs have business class seats. two birds have it in the center aisle, just forward of the aft galley. deploy the curtains to block out the light and you could freeze meat. seats don't lie flat, but the arm rests are magnets for every passing pax/FA/galley cart. the other pax bird has two seats up in the first class section. you get hot meals, after the FAs have done their service. plan on fruit/sandwich tray until a couple hours into cruise, at least. You have to call back to have someone block the doors every time you need to go pee or need something brought up.

Just flew the CVG - MIA and back on N644GT last night...flies beautifully, new, and yes it actually has the new-car smell!!

Unfortunately, no bunk, no lay-back seat, and kind of a cramped place for long-haul flying...but the airplane flies amazingly well. After all, it had less than 100 hours on it!!

Flying a new airplane is enough to make you want to bid the LAX base we are starting next month (maybe!!) and do only the DHL Asia flying ex NRT...especially after the flying simulator (767-200F) I flew on the outbound from CVG last night:mad:

Did you hear something about us getting 777's? I haven't heard that one.

JC, VP of Ops, has been quoted as saying there will be 777's at Atlas within 18 months.

I can put off my return to the 744 for three years if we get to fly the 777 :D