Ops at MEX
Aug 24, 2005 | 8:32 am
#1
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Ops at MEX
I'm sorry if this is in the wrong forum or is repetitive.
Given the very high altitude of MEX (about 7,300' above sea level, IIRC), are outbound flights often payload restricted? For example, UA flies A320s from there to ORD and IAD, and CO flies 737s from MEX to EWR. All three of those routes are over 2,000 statute miles, which would normally not be a problem at all, especially going eastbound. But does MEX's very high altitude make those flights problematic with high payloads?
Thanks.
Given the very high altitude of MEX (about 7,300' above sea level, IIRC), are outbound flights often payload restricted? For example, UA flies A320s from there to ORD and IAD, and CO flies 737s from MEX to EWR. All three of those routes are over 2,000 statute miles, which would normally not be a problem at all, especially going eastbound. But does MEX's very high altitude make those flights problematic with high payloads?
Thanks.
Aug 24, 2005 | 9:00 am
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AC flies a 767 into MEX as far as I know. I have a related question if you dont mind. My question is related to the altitude of mexico city and the affects on your body, especially for someone with arthritis.
Aug 24, 2005 | 9:32 am
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Originally Posted by djjaguar64
AC flies a 767 into MEX as far as I know. I have a related question if you dont mind. My question is related to the altitude of mexico city and the affects on your body, especially for someone with arthritis.
As far as arthritis - MEX's climate is usually very dry - except right now during the rainy season, which should last until September.
Aug 24, 2005 | 10:19 am
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When the sun is out in Mexico City I use sunblock because of the higher UV radiation at altitude. Chapped lips are also a problem for me due to the dry air there so I usually carry around some Chapstick. It also is easier to get dehydrated at altitude, so drink lots of bottled water.