G'day Clarrie,
They had 120 minute ETOPS for a while.
It really makes little difference on transcontinental routes though is handy when the Forrest NDB goes tits up.
Okie and ACARS,
VB use different range rings depending upon the airframe, engine thrust and winglet configuration.
It is quite a complicated calculation if you do it properly. QF use 400nm, Virgin for the same aeroplanes use 428nm. It is possible though as it is a planning calculation the Captain is underno obligation to use those figures on the day if it actuallyhappens.
and yes ACARS the 737 goes quite well on one engine - 400 TAS is not a problem.