Perth - Darwin - B717
Aug 28, 2016, 5:03 am
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Perth - Darwin - B717
Hi,
My flight has changed on my original PER-DRW direct flight and am being offered the option to take that flight or reroute via Perth - Alice Springs - Darwin on a B717.
I am somewhat tempted to take the longer route on the B717 - but was wondering if on this route you can ever catch a glimpse of Ayers Rock?
Thanks!
My flight has changed on my original PER-DRW direct flight and am being offered the option to take that flight or reroute via Perth - Alice Springs - Darwin on a B717.
I am somewhat tempted to take the longer route on the B717 - but was wondering if on this route you can ever catch a glimpse of Ayers Rock?
Thanks!
Aug 28, 2016, 4:11 pm
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Looks close on the map http://www.gcmap.com/mapui?P=DRW-ASP...&RC=navy&DU=mi
Aug 28, 2016, 6:02 pm
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You could always ask the pilot for a detour. I recall a trip back from Asia once where we were ahead of time and the pilot asked passengers if they would like to see Ayers Rock. A resounding yes vote saw us circle the rock to the delight of all!
Aug 28, 2016, 8:04 pm
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Looks close on the map http://www.gcmap.com/mapui?P=DRW-ASP...&RC=navy&DU=mi
Aug 29, 2016, 9:15 am
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Aug 29, 2016, 11:01 am
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Barring that flipping awful last claustrophobic row on the 717 where you're staring at the walls or next row forward staring at the engine. It's the weirdest thing not looking out the window and seeing where you are, especially on approach!