Red alert / itinerary change per DL---but can't see it
Today, doing my routine check on my itinerary (see below), got the big red warning banner announcing changes to my flight, and the need to rebook. But all along it has been green, from a 2 minute...
View ArticleDeltas JFK T3 Oversize Baggage Procedure
Arrived last evening from LAS to JFK T3 Gate 2. Bags were being delivered to D1 carousel. My golf bag did not appear on the carousel. According to DL Baggage Service Center at D1, all oversize bags are...
View ArticleHelp! with Long layover!
Hi i am booked two flights on the 15th of may! my first flight via TG410 is from singapore to BKK, which reaches bkk on the 14th of may 10.10pm MY next flight is via DL284, from BKK to NRT. Is there...
View ArticleKudos to OKC GA's on 4/16
My AA-operated OKC-MIA flight was affected by today's little IT glitch and cancelled. We were instructed to find a seat on our own. I chose Delta over UA, and Delta staff did a fantastic job in...
View ArticleSM Award Ticket for J Class on AE?
Hi all, I'm looking at flights from AEP to IGR in mid-January. ExpertFlyer shows 4 seats in economy on practically 100% of flights, but I don't know how to search for business class. The DL agents were...
View ArticleChild/Parent and Mileage/Purchased
I am trying to book a ticket for my wife and toddler daughter, and running into issues since I would like to use SkyMiles for one ticket and purchase the other. I tried doing it online, but it blocks...
View ArticleDL throw away hypotheticals (could not find responses in previous threads)
Hello! I'm an expat who is relocating back home, near a major DL hub, during peak summer travel season. As you can imagine, I'm very tempted to buy a round-trip ticket and throw away the return...
View ArticleInternational/Domestic Connections
The answers may be different with security changes after the Boston explosion - those poor people! But here is my question: I'm concerned about the time to connect: 1 hr 40 mins, ATL to FCO. On return,...
View ArticlePM/DM get invited to TSA PreCheck?
I was told by two different Delta agents at the airport that when I became PM, I'd be invited to TSA PreCheck and could just easily fill out some form online to get access. This is evidently not the...
View ArticleDoes check-in time affect upgrade chances?
For complimentary upgrades? For upgrades using SWU (and you're waitlisted (DXB-ATL))? I found the same question in some very old threads, but even then, there seemed to be no consensus as to what the...
View ArticleDL Award ticket transferable?
Hey FTers- I purchased 2 multi-city tickets on DL and used my points at checkout to purchase. If my guest cancels last minute, can I pay a free to transfer that ticket from her name to another guest or...
View ArticleRequired to use longer precheck lane at LGA
Wonder if it's standard at Terminal D? On a busy morning last month at Laguardia, the Delta D-gates Sky/Precheck lane was overflowing, so I went to the smaller entrance to the right, which isn't always...
View ArticleDL 241 FCO to ATL in Biz Elite - seat type?
Sorry if this is redundant, but if this has been posted, and someone knows where, I'd appreciate a link! We are flying DL from FCO to ATL on return trip. It is a 76L according to Delta. They call them...
View ArticleDelta starting to install lie-flat on A330s...
http://www.frequentbusinesstraveler....ie-flat-seats/ Great news!
View ArticlePre April 23 SDC Question?
I have BJI-MSP-OKC ticketed for travel on 4/21. Small planes, cramped seats and two recent knee surgeries don't mix. BJI-MSP arrives at 1:53pm. MSP-OKC departs at 2:45pm. I would like to switch to...
View ArticleUpgrades for SkyTeam Elites
I'm KLM Flying Blue Gold and I'm waitlisted for a complimentary upgrade on a domestic Delta flight. I could get a 90-day status match to Delta Gold Medallion thanks to my AA status but I don't know if...
View ArticleCurrent MSP/SLCDCA/IAD upgrade rates?
Does anyone have data on the likelihood of a Platinum receiving an upgrade on these routes? MSP->IAD DCA->SLC DCA->MSP I will be going to DC on a Wed, returning on a Tuesday on a 757 in May,...
View ArticleInsecticide on the 777
**sorry, thread should read disINSECTION** (grr, iPhone autocorrect) Hi there, I was on an AF flight to Delhi and flight attendants sprayed insecticide right after the seatbelt sign turned off. It...
View ArticleDL policy on fare drops?
What's the currently DL policy if the published fare drops after purchase? Are TCVs or equivalent still issued, without regard to change fees? Have searched Google and here, not found any clarity. TIA,...
View ArticleCosts for extra luggage for GM, PM
What is the fee and weight/size limits for a GM or PM member checking a 3rd or 4th bag? I know GM and PM get 2 free domestically but is third $125 (which other flyers pay for their 3rd bag) or $25/$35...
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