Originally Posted by
onobond
Begging to differ re your definition of 'obsolete' aircraft. At least 10 of the models you've listed, I personally flew in the last 6 months. Most of them are still alive and healthy, doing their daily work. Of the 'obsolete' aircraft you never flew, A350s are presently replacing many other less fuel-efficient aircrafts on many airlines.
Good point. I got carried away when going down memory lane. And frankly, that post will now serve as my "system of record" for planes traveled on ;-)