Originally Posted by
Nicc HK
Spot on!
The first problem is perception, to most people a 737 is a 737, is a 737, no matter what model, a bit like a 1980s VW Golf is nothing like a 2021 VW Golf but still branded the same. However lets look at it another way:
The 737MAX was grandfathered under older 737 models to reduce training and costs on the basis it is really just an upgraded version
The second problem is then becomes the Boeing narrative, is the 737MAX a new aircraft or a version of an existing version? Having sold it is an upgrade it is inevitable any incident with a previous version will reflect on the MAX.
I think for most people a 737 is “a small plane”, or just “a plane”. I also don’t believe that the general public will avoid the 737MAX, but I really hope that BA doesn’t buy the 737.