It's a good sign, in a way, that airlines have to quickly retire older inefficient airplanes, and many could come out of this leaner and ultimately stronger. M

It's a good sign, in a way, that airlines have to quickly retire older inefficient airplanes, and many could come out of this leaner and ultimately stronger. Managed to get one transatlantic Lufthansa 748 flight - horrible experience, seats incredibly cramped. And one transatlantic Air France 388 - got middle seat, but with wall in front = lot of legroom, + alcohol for free = overall pleasant flight :-)