Its the triangular shaped fairing below between the center engine intake and the top of the fuselage. Only newer build long-body TriStars had that fairing, which was introduced onto all TriStar version to improve aerodynamic efficiency after it was initially incorporated into the TriStar 500 design. I think it was also available as a retrofit when early build TriStars were upgraded to longer range versions, but all of Eastern’s L10s were early build and none were upgraded.

Andy

That’s right. I forgot what it was called, but I realize what you’re talking about.

Well that doesnt stand exactly true. There are hundreds of aircraft without their original manufacturers support (i.e.WW1 aircraft ) that still regularly fly even just for airshows. Personally however I dont think ti will happen.

Surely it is much easier to maintain a bunch of vintage piston engine aircraft than it is to maintain a supersonic piece of machinery!

What’s the frisbee fairing?

Basic wing is unchanged? What’s the point? Throw a few fuselage plugs in the current 744 design, new engines and new interior? Come on Boeing!! 😡

Also, note how the tristar pictured is probably ex Eastern. You can tell by the extra door in the wingroot. It was the entry to the galley which Eastern had under the pax cabin. As far as I know only Eastern took that option.

Interesting, I never knew that. I was aware of the lower level galley, however I was not aware that it entailed having that service door down there. I was also not aware that Eastern was the only operator to have said galleys.

Great pics, especially the NW MD11!

It’s a DC10. NW never had MD11’s.

I think its Chaquatua (spelling) Airlines??? Not sure though. 😉

Thanks for that, and I don’t know how to spell it either. I knew it wasn’t the Skywest branch, as that is the one that I frequently use on the west coast. In regards to the ERJ-170, I have seen LOT’s lot at AMS a year ago.

Sandy, I’m shocked that you would make such a post! 😮 Good on you, and great photo. 🙂