Originally Posted by
dmodemd
My only complaint about the E175 is it seems to be a little slower in the air and more likely to be subjected to ground stops due to its size (esp. with the SEA runway closure). It has also had occasional fuel stops in BOI during strong headwinds on DAL-SEA.
I did DAL-SEA earlier this month and noticed the same thing. About 4:30 in the air, including some extra turns over eastern OR/WA due to the typical SEA congestion.
It’s a fantastic aircraft, though, and very comfortable. I have no reservations at all about using it on a mid-con length route.