Originally Posted by
markinpalmsprings
Hmm. Why is it an advantage to have one long non-stop flight?
If it's food you're after, I look at it this way: If I fly on AA in First and stop in Dallas or Chicago, that means I get two full dinners/desserts. By the time I reach my destination, I'm stuffed.
If you're on a short connector, not only is there a good chance you'll be squeezed into the seat of a small regional jet, you'll also get nothing more than peanuts (if you're lucky).
I'm assuming the long flight has reclining seats with footrests, like VX F or UA PS. With a stop in the Midwest, the meal isn't as fancy and the seats are standard domestic F. I like my trans-con like international C.
