Proof the Airlines have slowed down

Robert Lane · July 22nd, 2008, 12:02 PM

When traveling long-distances especially in the larger jets (A340, B767/777) I used to see cruise speeds well above 560mph (over-the-ground) and sometimes a short burst over 570mph. Ever since the cost jet-fuel went "sky-high" I've not seen any cruise speed higher than this one.

Chris Li · July 22nd, 2008, 12:17 PM

I miss the concorde. Flights take so long now.

July 22nd, 2008, 12:02 PM	#1
Robert Lane Go Go Godzilla Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Scottsdale, AZ USA Posts: 1,661 Images: 15	Proof the Airlines have slowed down When traveling long-distances especially in the larger jets (A340, B767/777) I used to see cruise speeds well above 560mph (over-the-ground) and sometimes a short burst over 570mph. Ever since the cost jet-fuel went "sky-high" I've not seen any cruise speed higher than this one. Attached Thumbnails

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July 22nd, 2008, 12:17 PM	#2
Chris Li Regular Crew Join Date: May 2004 Location: Wash. DC area Posts: 123	I miss the concorde. Flights take so long now.