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Originally Posted by Superpilot92
(Post 629642)
flat is better than a downward trend. flat to a small uptick would be good news because it would keep DAL on its toes.
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Aviation Week 16 May 09 says that the A320 replacement is likely to be built around 2020 to 2022.
In yet another shift to Airbus's plans to replace its A320 narrowbody family of aircraft, the aircraft maker now says the so called A30X may not come to market until 2020 or even 2022. John Leahy, Airbus COO for customers, says the shift is driven more by technical concerns than the current economic downturn. Airbus previously had projected a 2018-2020 fielding time line. With a still robust order book, neither Airbus or Boeing feel pressure to introduce new single-aisles. Although orders this year are relatively slow, Airbus CEO Tom Enders believes "it will pick up again next year." Moreover, he notes, the aircraft maker remains overbooked for 2010. Leahy adds that low-fare carriers, in particular, are doing better than some of their network rivals. However, what region will bounce back first is hard to predict, he notes. And, Enders adds, long-term there is a strong underlying demand, with around 5% annual average air traffic growth expected over the next 20 years. Photos: McDonnell Douglas MD-81(UHB) (DC-9-81(UHB)) Aircraft Pictures | Airliners.net With plenty of orders, neither Boeing or Airbus see any need to replace their best selling products. |
Earlier in this thread, the question was raised about the future of the 787 Sim. in MSP. The large front piece is off and sitting on the floor. No one had a definitive answer about it's future, but differences between Alteon and DGS may spell doom for this particular box.
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Originally Posted by Desperado
(Post 629975)
Earlier in this thread, the question was raised about the future of the 787 Sim. in MSP. The large front piece is off and sitting on the floor. No one had a definitive answer about it's future, but differences between Alteon and DGS may spell doom for this particular box.
I think it's been made pretty clear what managements feelings on the B787 are. I'm sure that DAL will eventually see them, but until we see a proven, reliable product I think we will be seeing more B777's first. JMO. |
how do you guys keep up with this thread??? 8,500 posts! How do you all even know the topic with this many posts? Im amazed that you can!
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Originally Posted by acl65pilot
(Post 629723)
I do know that if we do not find a good FO rep candidate here in ATL, my name might get thrown in the hat. I have had a few good pushes in that direction. Now that could prove interesting, to say the least. ;)
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Originally Posted by Bucking Bar
(Post 629924)
Aviation Week 16 May 09 says that the A320 replacement is likely to be built around 2020 to 2022.
I would add there are a number of disruptive engine technologies likely to shake out during this time. Which one wins will have a lot to do with carbon and emissions regulation. Photos: McDonnell Douglas MD-81(UHB) (DC-9-81(UHB)) Aircraft Pictures | Airliners.net With plenty of orders, neither Boeing or Airbus see any need to replace their best selling products. On the upside, it will probably mean even more jobs for pilots. Welcome back the flight engineer position. Personally, as far as future propulsion technology is concerned, I think this guy might be on to something. YouTube - Diet Coke+Mentos=Human experiment: EXTREME GRAPHIC CONTENT |
Originally Posted by bigdaddie
(Post 630019)
I thought you were moving to MSP? :cool:
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Hi!
Crew Rest: I am now flying a Kenyan registered plane, and we are learning their flight rules. 11 hours is the Minimum crew rest, regardless of how long the duty or flight day is, and there is no reduced rest. 10 duty hours gets you 12 hours of rest, and you get more as your duty day lengthens. 15 hours is the max International Duty Day (for 2 pilots) and 12 hours is max Domestic Duty Day. In many ways, the crew rest/duty time rules here are better than the US. cliff NBO PS-Hope that DHS can pull their heads out of the a$$e$ and allow you to fly here soon! |
FWIW, per Gorman's chat last week, they are thinking we may not serve NBO this year!
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