Originally Posted by
SDF_Traveler
I'll add the CRJ appears to be a well-liked aircraft by pilots. I've spoken to veteran pilots who have gone back to regional flying (for a variety of reasons) and they all love the CRJ.
There is a good thread over on the Delta forum (will have to find a link) from W0X0F_2p2 who is a DL 767-300 / 757-200 pilot based at JFK.
Edit: Welcome
W0X0F_2p2 to FT with aviation questions - CRJ / 757/767 -- DL 767-300/757-200 pilot --
Fantastic Thread!
This individual used to fly CRJ's for ACA + ACA/Independence Airlines. In fact he was the chief pilot for ACA / Independence at one period of time.
He might be able to comment on ice build up issues being an expert on the airframe.
SDF:
Thanks for the link. I read the W0X0F post. It is neutral.
Nonetheless the statement in the WSJ article:
"Over roughly the last two decades, Bombardier jets have suffered at least eight accidents or serious incidents stemming from loss of lift caused by ice buildup on their wings, according to aviation safety experts." It bothers me.
It is reassuring not to be on one of those 8 CRJs and not involved in those accidents.