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Old 17th May 2011, 01:49
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I don't think the TABS controlling the ailerons have anything to do with anything. The DC9/MD80 is a fine maneuverable plane
Ya joking! The 717 is a DOG in roll, a characteristic of the (servo) tab system (and the fact that the ailerons are not at the end of the wing). Simple and reliable but not very responsive.

I would love to see HALF the crosswind capability be the limiting factor for ATC selection of runways.
Agree with that.
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