Which airline would you choose and why?
#46
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
I have used both Continental and US Air from Charlotte. I have been frustrated by weather delays and the attitude of security personal at Newark that I am now going to use BA where I can get a direct flight into LGW. One security check to start with and one take off in either direction plus shorter travelling time will suit me. Paying by UK credit card and the whole thing starts to look attractive.
#47
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
US Airways has been asking employees to work for free over the New Year holiday weekend. They are ditching their Philly hub which should help them with their financial troubles. My husband used to fly for them but thankfully managed to bail out last year. I'd be giving them a miss if I were a paying customer.
#48
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Originally Posted by sibsie
US Airways has been asking employees to work for free over the New Year holiday weekend. They are ditching their Philly hub which should help them with their financial troubles. My husband used to fly for them but thankfully managed to bail out last year. I'd be giving them a miss if I were a paying customer.
#49
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Originally Posted by Manc
I thought it was Pittsburgh they were ditching as a hub?
#50
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Originally Posted by sibsie
I could have sworn hubby told me it was Philly. I'll ask him again next time I speak to him. I don't think they'll make it out of Chapter 11.
#51
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Originally Posted by sibsie
I don't think they'll make it out of Chapter 11.
Chapter 7 is looming and the assets will be bought by other airlines. (probably Northwest, but that's just speculation on my part as the fleets are the similar)
#52
Mr. Grumpy
Joined: Jun 2003
Location: Nashville, TN
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Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Originally Posted by sibsie
I could have sworn hubby told me it was Philly. I'll ask him again next time I speak to him. I don't think they'll make it out of Chapter 11.
It is Pittsburgh
Although the recent issues they have had this week have been at philly
#53
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Originally Posted by sibsie
I could have sworn hubby told me it was Philly. I'll ask him again next time I speak to him. I don't think they'll make it out of Chapter 11.
Ash
#54
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Just to say thanks again to everyone for replying.
I have always flown BA into Atlanta previously (always have been happy with them), and had family pick me up there. It's not an option this time around, as I really cannot be bothered with the nightmare that is Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport, and Memphis is much closer.
I am flipping a coin between United and American as they both go from LHR--Northwest is out now as it only flies from LGW (but thanks anyway Lesley).
Thanks again all,
And remember.....
Lifeisgreat
I have always flown BA into Atlanta previously (always have been happy with them), and had family pick me up there. It's not an option this time around, as I really cannot be bothered with the nightmare that is Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport, and Memphis is much closer.
I am flipping a coin between United and American as they both go from LHR--Northwest is out now as it only flies from LGW (but thanks anyway Lesley).
Thanks again all,
And remember.....
Lifeisgreat
#55
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
I'm using British Airways when going over in March, but apparently Lufthansa has some pretty good deals.
Take care
-Becs
Take care
-Becs
#56
Mr. Grumpy
Joined: Jun 2003
Location: Nashville, TN
Posts: 3,100
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Originally Posted by lifeisgreat
Just to say thanks again to everyone for replying.
I have always flown BA into Atlanta previously (always have been happy with them), and had family pick me up there. It's not an option this time around, as I really cannot be bothered with the nightmare that is Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport, and Memphis is much closer.
I am flipping a coin between United and American as they both go from LHR--Northwest is out now as it only flies from LGW (but thanks anyway Lesley).
Lifeisgreat
I have always flown BA into Atlanta previously (always have been happy with them), and had family pick me up there. It's not an option this time around, as I really cannot be bothered with the nightmare that is Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport, and Memphis is much closer.
I am flipping a coin between United and American as they both go from LHR--Northwest is out now as it only flies from LGW (but thanks anyway Lesley).
Lifeisgreat
on my last transatlantic unted flight, i was actually given (SHOCK HORROR) 2 little bottles of chivas regal with my dinner (in additon to the other drink intervals)
#57
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Hi again,
I have finally chosen to fly with United. Thanks again for all the input.
Just one more question. I have a choice of connections to either IAD (Washington DC) or Chicago (ORD).
Any comments on whether one might be better to fly into than the other? Flight times only differ by about 20 minutes, so if one is better than the other to fly into due to possibility of inclement weather, security, etc. please let me know.
Thanks again,
Lifeisgreat
I have finally chosen to fly with United. Thanks again for all the input.
Just one more question. I have a choice of connections to either IAD (Washington DC) or Chicago (ORD).
Any comments on whether one might be better to fly into than the other? Flight times only differ by about 20 minutes, so if one is better than the other to fly into due to possibility of inclement weather, security, etc. please let me know.
Thanks again,
Lifeisgreat
#58
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
Originally Posted by lifeisgreat
Hi again,
I have finally chosen to fly with United. Thanks again for all the input.
Just one more question. I have a choice of connections to either IAD (Washington DC) or Chicago (ORD).
Any comments on whether one might be better to fly into than the other? Flight times only differ by about 20 minutes, so if one is better than the other to fly into due to possibility of inclement weather, security, etc. please let me know.
Thanks again,
Lifeisgreat
I have finally chosen to fly with United. Thanks again for all the input.
Just one more question. I have a choice of connections to either IAD (Washington DC) or Chicago (ORD).
Any comments on whether one might be better to fly into than the other? Flight times only differ by about 20 minutes, so if one is better than the other to fly into due to possibility of inclement weather, security, etc. please let me know.
Thanks again,
Lifeisgreat
#59
Mr. Grumpy
Joined: Jun 2003
Location: Nashville, TN
Posts: 3,100
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
o hare is VERY busy and more options for delays and crap weather - although i tend to fly through there becasue its what i know (silly me)
#60
Joined: Feb 2002
Posts: 6,848
Re: Which airline would you choose and why?
I would choose Washington DC over Chicago....being on the East coast (salty air) the weather tends to be less severe than in Chicago.
O'Hare is either the #1 or #2 airport in the US for domestic flights (Atlanta is the other airport) so there is more chance of operational delays. Chicago is adjacent to Lake Michigan - the Great Lakes influence the weather patterns -and can be bitterly cold ie. lots of snow and ice during the Winter which can affect aircraft arrivals and departures....it wouldn't be much fun to miss the connecting flight.
O'Hare is either the #1 or #2 airport in the US for domestic flights (Atlanta is the other airport) so there is more chance of operational delays. Chicago is adjacent to Lake Michigan - the Great Lakes influence the weather patterns -and can be bitterly cold ie. lots of snow and ice during the Winter which can affect aircraft arrivals and departures....it wouldn't be much fun to miss the connecting flight.