777W ride in turbulence
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777W ride in turbulence
Hi folks, just recently paxed (in the aft) of various 777W flights with different carriers/aircraft ages, and surprised how you seem to feel every single bump, no matter how light or moderate, the whole thing just jolts. I read about the turbulence suppression system, but it doesn't seem to be doing that good of a job. The A320 family that I fly also can feel harsh but it seems to do a better job in comparison....
Any 777 drivers have any idea whats going on??
Any 777 drivers have any idea whats going on??
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True, but doesn't explain why the thing just unquestionably rocks from side to side at the slightest bump compared with other (Airbus + Boeing) long haul aircraft of the same size.
Easy. Pay a bit more and travel nearer the middle. 
I have noticed on the -300 that quite low amplitude lateral disturbances, nowhere near worth putting the seatbelt signs on for, are just the right frequency to “pump” oscillations in cups and glasses to the point that the liquid makes a determined bid for freedom. Quite annoying in the middle of the night when you’re not aware of it building up until you get drenched with cold tea...
I have noticed on the -300 that quite low amplitude lateral disturbances, nowhere near worth putting the seatbelt signs on for, are just the right frequency to “pump” oscillations in cups and glasses to the point that the liquid makes a determined bid for freedom. Quite annoying in the middle of the night when you’re not aware of it building up until you get drenched with cold tea...
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It's true, the modal gust suppression leaves something to be desired in the -300 combined with what I guess is a slightly too large vertical stabiliser for the fuselage length, all turbulence seems to be translated into tail waggle 
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Sat in the rear a couple times across the Pacific in the 777. Seems to be a nice, rubber like bouncing motion in turbulence. Found it relaxing and put me to sleep. Personally they should 'make it bounce' like that when it's smooth.
More concerned with flying so long over water with 'only' 2 engines. Bring back the 747 I say. Who cares if it costs a little more to fill up at the service station?
More concerned with flying so long over water with 'only' 2 engines. Bring back the 747 I say. Who cares if it costs a little more to fill up at the service station?
