Originally Posted by
Capt Claret
The DC9 and 737 both started their life in 1963, so if the 717 is a grim aircraft based on its original design age, so too is the 737.
I think you might be surprised at the passenger appeal.
Maybe it's just me but when someone says DC-9 (or B -717) the picture that comes to mind is dark, crowded and uncomfortable. Maybe I flew on too many in the USA