Originally Posted by
bbrown1664
From an engineering perspective, the DC10 was cleaner (less leaks etc) and tended to have less faults. No idea about from a flight deck perspective though.
Other advantages of DC-10 vs Tristar....Simpler, therefore cheaper, engineering. Fitted with twin spool GE fan engine rather than the heavier, more complex but no more economic RB211 triple spooler.
Much greater range, LGW to LAX nonstop, Tristar had to tech stop Bangor to get to Carribean. DC-10 was able to carry alternate fuel for Bermuda opposed to Tristar requiring island hold.
Both flight decks quite large and comfortable with large windows for excellent viewing and galley just aft of flight deck door for easy access.