Routing help needed
I am trying to go from ERI to either LBB or MAF. I've only done a couple of cursory looks but I can't find anything into either airport. I'm finding it hard to believe there are no connections from...
View ArticleDoes Delta not back up DM's on alternate flights any longer?
A colleague just called from Detroit. They had to return to the gate because of a MX issue. He called the DM line and asked to be backed up on the next flight, the agent said they didn't do that any...
View ArticleStealth Award Chart Enhancement
And it's actually an enhancement. Hawaii to Southeast Asia. Low economy awards are 25k each way (down from 40k) and Low BE awards are 40k each way (down from 60k).
View ArticleQuestion about "nested" round trips
I recognize this is probably a noob question, but I couldn't find an answer quickly. Apologies if it's been done to death. I haven't had to look a this before. Is it legal for me to buy two round...
View ArticleWho else misses US Helicopter (Delta codeshare partner)?
Was walking along the East River last night and couldn't help but feel a little sad as I passed TSS (East 34th St Heliport). For those who don't know, US Helicopter used to operate out of this heliport...
View ArticleSky Club Membership as a Gift
Hi Folks, My Dad's 60th birthday is right around the corner and I've been thinking about getting him a membership to the Sky Club, but I'm a United Flyer so I'm not sure how everything works over on...
View ArticlePinnacle
Didn't see this posted... Pinnacle has apparently been having computer issues and all their flights are delayed until resolved.
View ArticleCould have potentially lost KOA-LAX SWU upgrade to paid gate upgrades
This is just an FYI. Flew KOA-LAX on a two-person B-fare itinerary in early January. Both of us were waitlisted for SWU upgrade. First time I had flown to/from KOA, so didn't realize how slow security,...
View ArticlePossible to book RT with M fare out & discount econ inbound?
Tossing around ideas for an international trip, trying to be eligible for an upgrade with miles which requires M+ fare. Is it possible to get a round trip itin booked with an M fare going outbound, but...
View ArticleThis is f#$%#$% joke, right?
I just got this email from DL. They can't be serious???? As a valued Medallion® member, you've earned exclusive privileges with us, and we want you to be among the first to know about updates to the...
View ArticleThinning the Ranks
Anyone care to speculate how much thinning out of the Medallion ranks will be caused by the new MQD requirement? I personally think it will likely have minimal effect.
View ArticleAnyone else having a problem checking in?
"We're sorry. We can't validate your ticket. Please contact your local reservation office for help." Lovely. I can't even check in to my flights for tomorrow. Hopefully Delta has more time to work on...
View ArticleWho is STO and why is he on the upgrade list?
So the upgrade list for a particular flight shows several passengers in the usual format: first three letters of the last name/first initial of first name. There's one that appears just as: STO Is this...
View ArticleConstruction at MAT
With all of the construction updates I've been giving lately, I feel like I should have a hard hat on... FYI for all of you frequent Delta Shuttle users like myself. Delta has begun a construction...
View Articlequickie xtender in cabin
HELP, I am flying on delta on saturday. was told today by delta cro that the plane, delta airbus 320 had no cabin storage. I called the DOT hotline and the lawyer is checking into this. I want to hear...
View ArticleList your Status, MQM, and MQD for 2012
With the announced changes, would be great to get everyone to list their 2013 status level along with their 2012 Delta spend, how many MQM's they earned, etc. then look back and see where we all stand...
View ArticleMQD + MQM Results in EOL for Mileage Runs Based Medallions
Based on those who qualify via the Miles flow method for earning a medallion the new requirements of: MQD (Qualifying Dollar spent) + MQM (Qualifying Miles) Is going to require a minimum 10 cents...
View ArticleUpgrade at gate cost and fare needed?
Hi, looking for some help. I have searched the thread but have not found an answer. I am flying from dtw to las on 1/23 on a T fare on a 763. I am a sorry FO and expert flyer shows f9 but v0. I assume...
View Articlestopovers
OK, I've searched and searched. I can't find any info about stopovers on award travel. Can say a trip NYC/SLC have a 3 day stopover in RNO. Or anywhere. If someone can discuss it I'd appreciate it. Or...
View ArticleFirst Time Platinum--Choice Benefits & maximizing SWUs?
Just hit PM for the first time and I'm wondering what to do about my choice benefits. A free upgrade would be nice, but the SWUs seem quite hard to use. Getting upgraded on a shorthaul domestic trip...
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