DLKAPA From , joined Dec 1969, posts, RR: Reply 3, posted (8 years 6 months 6 days 22 hours ago) and read 1863 times:
737-900: Cheaper, relatively same size. Unfortunately, aesthetics and the ability to rocket off a runway even with a full pax load aren't very high selling points for new aircraft.
IMO, The shutting down of the 757 line is symbolic of the glory days gone forever. Flying is no longer the experience that it was back in the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's. Used to be that flying was done on graceful "Clippers of the sky," or "Luxury Liners," whereas now flying for most people is like getting on a bus. An Airbus.
RedDragon From United Kingdom, joined Jul 2004, 1135 posts, RR: 7 Reply 6, posted (8 years 6 months 6 days 8 hours ago) and read 1635 times:
IMO, The shutting down of the 757 line is symbolic of the glory days gone forever. Flying is no longer the experience that it was back in the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's. Used to be that flying was done on graceful "Clippers of the sky," or "Luxury Liners," whereas now flying for most people is like getting on a bus. An Airbus.
With all due respect, get over it. No, flying isn't how it used to be - it's no longer restricted to the wealthy, it's no longer as risky and it's no longer an event in itself. Personally I'd rather lose a bit of the glamour and exclusivity in favour of widening access to air travel for all. And don't use Airbus as a scapegoat for your perceived decline.
AZjetgeek From United States of America, joined Jul 2004, 235 posts, RR: 2 Reply 9, posted (8 years 6 months 6 days 7 hours ago) and read 1572 times:
Boeing is pouring millions into the 7E7. They also have a history of gradually phasing out aircraft as more efficiency is demanded by their customers. I hated seeing the 727 and 707 go by the wayside, but it was their time and now is the time for Boeing to bid adieu to the 757.
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