Maybe. The public will forget soon enough. Average person has no idea what they are flying on. Knowledge is power. I think the A380 debacle, where Airbus executives decided to swing dicks rather than play the long game, might end up being the bigger long term disaster. The MAX might still have a long and bright future, albeit probably rolling with a different handle.
On that same note I can't believe neither major has decided to spend their money replacing the venerable 757. Best takeoffs ever and long term demand seems almost certain. The A380 and Max debacles should at least have some pencil pushers rethinking business plans.
Lastly, I have a flight (my first) on a 787 dash 9 coming up. Upgraded to bulkhead seats. Wife and kids on a 747 dash 8 on Lufthansa of course. Kind of jealous of them.
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