Zeke-that is reasonable.
This topic is quite interesting. I jumpseated once on a FEDEX A-300 and was impressed with the c0ckp1t and instrument/overhead panel design, and would have enjoyed the opportunity to fly it. Never mind the desire to have more job security working for a package/freight carrier.
Is the carbon material used in the rudder the same as that in the vertical stabilizer?
It must be a nightmare to inspect the tails with x-rays or anything else, and spot tiny cracks in composite materials.
Are the structural members all made of aluminum? How about in the 319/320?