To: Pylon
Northwests' DC-9's average 34 years in age.Back about 10 years ago, I think it was, NWA decided to upgrade their -9s instead of replacing them. All new avionics, the works.
81 posted on
09/12/2005 4:36:48 PM PDT by
cardinal4
("When the Levee breaks, Mama, you got to move....")
To: cardinal4
Even though they are gas guzzlers, it makes sense to keep them for short hauls because they are paid for.
86 posted on
09/12/2005 4:38:53 PM PDT by
Pylon
(Remember boys, flies spread disease, so keep yours closed.)
To: cardinal4; Pukin Dog
Card---this nation needs dispatchers like you. Hang in there---and do what you do.
90 posted on
09/12/2005 4:42:01 PM PDT by
SkyPilot
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