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The General Future Of The MD-80?
Every aviation nut today knows it, the MD-80 is struggling right now. It is a fantastic frame, but the stupid JT8Ds that power it are digging it’s grave with many carriers. But that is right NOW, what does it’s future hold? I personally think that it has a fairly bright future with other carriers. Many European carriers are turning away from it, but it still has a firm hold in the US market (AA is only phasing out 1/4 of them, and Delta and Allegiant are actually synthesizing a fleet). The MD-80 market is also growing in Latin America and the Middle East. The newer JT8D is fairly economical to run when fuel is cheaper, and many airline analysts believe oil prices will stabilize at 60-80 dollars a barrel. Plus, it is fairly cheap to acquire the jets, only about 4 million to purchase. It will probably serve as a cheap source of aircraft for future start up airlines.
What do you think?
Known as the SLUG because it was so slow, fortunately I never had to fly it.. but I have tripped over them for years. Most of the airlines that still operate them have long paid them off and are getting all the service out of the airframe that they can, and will continue to do so. The B737NG is twice the machine. They will slowly be pulled from service as the individual machines develop problems that are not worth maintaining and they will head out to the desert. Where other aircraft aged and were sold off or their leases expired, you might see them come back with startup airlines, but with the state of the economy I don’t see any start up airlines popping up anytime soon.
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Around the World Authentic Vintage Airplane Models Mobile (V0342) $79.98 Wood models of historical aircraft gracefully circle a replica authentic 1920s globe in this wonderful hanging vintage airplane models mobile. Realistic hand-applied details adorn the three planes: a Lockheed Winnie Mae, Pan Am China Clipper and the Douglas DC3. Ideal for a kid's room or an aviation enthusiast's office. Some easy assembly required. Wood, plastic and paper. Includes Lockheed Winnie Mae, Pan Am China Clipper and Douglas DC3 models. Hand-detailed. Overall dimensions are 26" wide, 15 3/4" high and 13 1/2" deep. Some easy assembly required. |
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E-Flite Blade CX 2 Ready to Fly Elec Coaxial Heli $179.99 The Blade CX2 takes the excitement and beginner-friendly flight stability of the original Blade CX and adds Spektrum 2.4GHz DSM radio control that lets you fly anywhere, anytime without ever having to worry about interference. Its the first ready-to-fly RC aircraft of any kind to come with this extraordinary technology built in. In addition, the 4-in-1 control unit has been updated with improved gyro and tail control that gives the Blade CX2 even better tail response while minimizing drift. Two feather-light S60 Super Sub-Micro Servos provide powerful, precise cyclic control. Topping it all off is an aggressive new body design that looks fantastic in flight and is unlike anything else out there.When it comes to micro heli fun everyone can enjoy, you simply cant beat the value and performance of the Blade CX2. |
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GI Joe Sky Striker Jet With Figure $37.99 A new version of the classic 1980s G.I. Joe vehicle! The Skystriker Jet includes a Captain Ace Pilot Action Figure. Moving wings, seating for a pilot, and amazing detail just like the original! Cobra won’t know what hit them with the G.I. Joe Skystriker Jet! Updating the original 1983 Combat Jet Skystriker XP-14F, this fantastic 3 3/4-inch scale aircraft has tons of moving parts and amazing detail. This version is the XP-21F, with its Captain Ace Pilot Action Figure. Don’t miss out on this one. Order yours now! |
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High Flyers $1.99 Used – Take off with some of the world’s famous aircraft. This book contains 4 super punch-out Glide Planes in a pull-out center section. With pre-cut parts they’re so easy to assemble! And that’s not all. After you have built the planes you still have a fantastic 20 page full color book, filled with great pictures showing the history of flight – from its beginnings up to the fastest, biggest and strangest flying machines ever created. |