Sudden Winds,
I concur with the FAS, I see many pilots having difficulty with the 800 managing the energy on final.
There are also many RNP procedures that were designed for the NG, but wont work with the 800, the autopilot will disco a tight turn. It doesnt appear the FMS has kept up with the aircraft.
I have seen many aircraft, on final at 300 feet above the runway, doing 150kts, and literally doing everything they can between brakes and reverse (tearing up the runway I might add) to get it slowed down, even missing the high speed exit. (perhaps the reason for #9 above
)
When I see speed brakes up to the flare, I know that has to be real interesting inside.
Boeing hasnt admitted to CAT D for the 800, perhaps that is a big part of the problem.