Originally Posted by mdaecher

So, here's my report and random thoughts on the ATL-HNL flight...not sure what's unique or if anything is new as I have never flown NWA or DL Int'l or to HI before.

1. Overall, a good flight. Out of gate E11 in ATL (E CRC was packed); NWA ship # 664. It was a NWA crew, in new DL attire. Learned that while those pointy cuffs on the ladies look cool, they apparently tend to get into things...such as food entrees! The crew was based in various areas - some HNL, some ATL. All together, 11 FAs and purser.
   
2. Seats were nice, AVOD was great. Empower didn't function as it should - not sure why I was surprised ( It was the regular outlet-plug type, not the special adapter). It would power for a couple mins, then go out. Why can't they come up reliable power supplies on planes?
   
3. Cruise at 34k. Food was good. Main service - Pasta or short rib. Turkey sandwich served later (2nd service) was large - I passed on it though, but it looked good. Hot towels before each service. Ice cream with caramel, chocolate, nuts and whipped cream after first meal. Meals served on grey NWA meal tray - DL placemat placed on tray table prior to service. NWA napkins and silverware holders. Interestingly enough, the glasses did not have any logo (I was expecting the usual NWA logo on the glasses)
   
4. Liked the Aveda products in the lavatories - the lav soaps on planes seriously dry out my hands - this lotion was a great touch.
   
5. The lower deck was dark - all window shades closed. Upper deck folks seemed to leave some open, so it was much lighter upstairs if that matters to anyone. AVOD was easily viewed, even with the cabin upstairs being lighter.
   
6. The storage boxes (upper deck only) were great. Stored stuff within reach and also served as an extended desk/tray area when closed!
   
7. Pre-flight mai-tai's offered - several rounds if you were so inclined. One white and one red wine - nothing spectacular but decent. FAs came through 3-4 times with bev cart (upstairs anyway) - but would also walk through and refresh on occasion. Along with snack tray, wine and water set out and available for self-service at all times. FAs were always available and ready to serve at the large galley at top of stairs if you wanted something else. I didn't go thirsty.
   
8. Snack tray set out and available in between meal service. Regular peanuts, Twix, pretzel chips, Biscoff. Blah!
   
9. Approach into HNL - sit on the right side if you want to see Diamond Head & Waikiki. Sit on the left to see water, Big Island and Maui in distance.

Photos here -

http://www.flickr.com/photos/3742652...57970446/show/