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by nwa757
11 Sep 2010, 19:44
Forum: Civil aviation / General aviation
Topic: Sabena still alive in Shangai?
Replies: 3
Views: 2063

Re: Sabena still alive in Shangai?

In the U.S., this kind of thing is pretty common too. I haven't seen Sabena anywhere here, but the Swissair name and logo seems to soldier on in some airport signage. Phoenix's terminal 3 is legendary for this, where you'll still see the names "Midwest Express," "American Trans Air&qu...
by nwa757
11 Sep 2010, 07:25
Forum: Airline experiences and trip reports
Topic: Delta: PHX-MSP-GRB on 738 and DC-9 (Part II)
Replies: 3
Views: 1378

Re: Delta: PHX-MSP-GRB on 738 and DC-9 (Part II)

André, Delta has done a lot of mixing of the pre-merger DL and NW fleets, especially on narrowbody craft. A lot of the A319/A320 flying moved to Atlanta and Salt Lake City. In the case of SLC, I've heard that the Airbusses' better range played a big role. With MSP and DTW being centrally located, th...
by nwa757
10 Sep 2010, 11:39
Forum: Airline experiences and trip reports
Topic: Delta: PHX-MSP-GRB on 738 and DC-9 (Part II)
Replies: 3
Views: 1378

Delta: PHX-MSP-GRB on 738 and DC-9 (Part II)

This is the part two of my trip to visit my family in Phoenix, AZ in June. You can find part one here: https://www.aviation24.be/forums/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=42985 It was a wonderful seven days in Phoenix that included a lot of spotting at the wonderful Sky Harbor International Airport. Seeing the...
by nwa757
09 Sep 2010, 10:50
Forum: Airline experiences and trip reports
Topic: Delta: GRB-MSP-PHX on DC-9 and A320
Replies: 3
Views: 1260

Re: Delta: GRB-MSP-PHX on DC-9 and A320

Thanks for the kind words, André! It's very nice to be back here - I always feel like I learn something new! And, if I can pass along some info, that's a bonus! How is catering these days on the DL flights? Have most of the NW planes been repainted in DL colours? DL catering is pretty comparable to ...
by nwa757
09 Sep 2010, 06:16
Forum: Airline experiences and trip reports
Topic: Delta: GRB-MSP-PHX on DC-9 and A320
Replies: 3
Views: 1260

Delta: GRB-MSP-PHX on DC-9 and A320

Hi all! It's been an ETERNITY since I posted here, so I thought I'd give you folks something nice to read... a trip report involving a DC-9! :D This trip was to my most common destination, Phoenix, AZ, to visit my family in June. It also gave me the chance to experience the "new Delta" for...
by nwa757
11 Apr 2007, 06:27
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: US to get A340 for PHX to EU and PHL to EU
Replies: 12
Views: 2097

This is great news! I'm sure the A340 (-500 and/or -300) will look amazing in US colors. It will be great to see US expand international service out of PHX, which has been desperately needed for several years. I know it is frustrating for Phoenix passengers to have to make a connection on to an inte...
by nwa757
08 Apr 2007, 07:24
Forum: Civil aviation / General aviation
Topic: Which planes to replace SN Avro and BAe?
Replies: 18
Views: 3114

Well, I know I'm going to be hated for saying this, but what about the CR7 CR9 and CR10?

They would be much cheaper (and more fuel efficient) than the Embraer family. However, the EMB-195 could replace the 733 (and the -170 for the Avros), so this will probably be the choice.
by nwa757
03 Mar 2007, 00:57
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: EU, U.S. agree tentative "open skies" deal
Replies: 32
Views: 3134

I thought I'd never see the day...
by nwa757
03 Mar 2007, 00:02
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Rumor: US Airways to take AC A340-500s
Replies: 28
Views: 3791

Agreed. The A340 will be a good fit at US. My only concern would be hot & high performance in Phoenix and Las Vegas. The A340 (-300) already has a hard enough time making it off of the ground when it is cold. I am not sure how the A340 would perform in the desert heat. Hopefully, it wouldn't be ...
by nwa757
02 Mar 2007, 05:14
Forum: The av24.be pub
Topic: Anyone else on Facebook?
Replies: 1
Views: 2971

Anyone else on Facebook?

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If you're on Facebook, add me to your friends list so we can chat.
by nwa757
01 Mar 2007, 17:13
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: New LTU colors
Replies: 4
Views: 1055

This is pretty boring. I liked the old design better.
by nwa757
01 Mar 2007, 15:48
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Boeing 787 Orders
Replies: 14
Views: 2209

Airbus Deliveries
A300 - 552
A330 - 442
A340 - 338
A310 - 255
by nwa757
28 Feb 2007, 05:44
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: AirTran will add 1,100 new jobs in WI, if merger is approved
Replies: 1
Views: 528

AirTran will add 1,100 new jobs in WI, if merger is approved

http://www.wtaq.com/shared/News2005CSS/NewsReadStory.asp?ID=113687&CAT=3 I have been watching the AirTran-Midwest debate on A.net and people's opinions on the merger seem to be varied. What do you all think? Obviously, I don't want the merger to go through because we would lose our hometown airl...
by nwa757
28 Feb 2007, 02:49
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Rumor: US Airways to take AC A340-500s
Replies: 28
Views: 3791

That would be cool! I'd love to see an American carrier with the A340 (even though I am a Boeing man).

It makes good business sense, too. I am sure US could get a good deal on these aircraft, and it would give them the growth that they need quickly.
by nwa757
28 Feb 2007, 02:46
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: ressurrection of Fokker in the near future?
Replies: 11
Views: 2036

With the new CRJ-1000 coming out, plus competition from Embraer, the Russian Regional Jet (RRJ), and even the A318 (to a certain extent), I just don't see much of a market for the F-70 and F-100 anymore. Don't get me wrong, I would love to see these beautiful aircraft grace the skies again, but I ha...
by nwa757
26 Feb 2007, 04:28
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: X-ray machine makes debut
Replies: 1
Views: 582

X-ray machine makes debut

http://www.wtaq.com/shared/News2005CSS/ ... 467&CAT=10

Well, since it is voluntary, I can't say that I am opposed to it. I, for one, would never walk through this x-ray machine, but if you want to do it, I guess that's your purogative.
by nwa757
26 Feb 2007, 04:23
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: First 737-400 delivered in new US Airways livery
Replies: 4
Views: 1002

Very nice! I had a chance to fly on a US 737 (a -300) in the new livery in November. They look even better in person.

For some reason, it seems that the aircraft with pointier noses look the best in the new livery. I am sure the A330 will look great!
by nwa757
25 Feb 2007, 07:54
Forum: Airline experiences and trip reports
Topic: Where will you fly to in 2007?
Replies: 117
Views: 25486

For spring break, my family and I might fly to San Diego on NW. Our routing would be GRB-MSP-SAN, I'm sure. If we don't take the trip, I will probably spend spring break in Green Bay. :( (Well, at least I will be able to spend some time at the radio station. :) ) As far as flights I have already tak...
by nwa757
23 Feb 2007, 04:52
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Bombardier launched CRJ200 Freighter
Replies: 6
Views: 1341

I will for sure be a much faster canidate! But i wonder if its so good to just from a cheep F27 to costly CRJ200 Well, FedEx has already made their decision to replace the F-27 with the ATR-42, so I am sure they will continue with that strategy. I can see how the CR2 would be a good option for air ...
by nwa757
23 Feb 2007, 04:39
Forum: Latest aviation news
Topic: Bombardier Launches 100-Seat CRJ1000
Replies: 7
Views: 1260

Right... Because the problem with the CRJ900 was that it wasn't long enough. The consumers will love this airplane! :roll: Why would the customers dislike the fact that it is long? I can understand the width being an issue, but there is no reason why a customer would want the aircraft to be shorter...