Let me clarify a few points as many of you are quick to judge and have wise-a__ comments with partial information. As a Plat with almost a million miles on CO I have a feel for what's reasonable. I've seen a lot.
There were no storms in DAL, they were enroute.
The fuel truck was outside my window and was still parked there from the original departure so it did only take 5 minutes. I could read the gage as did others. It was interesting to watch them top it off.
Captain said it would be just a few minutes and set the expectations of the passengers.
We were told we did have a departure slot and the added delay put it in jeapardy.
Yes it is my world and the world of the rest of the passengers onboard with connections in jeapardy after we depart. Airlines always preach to be ready to go at a moments notice in case a window opens. Pilots always say that they want to be at the runway for that reason. If that changes let us know.
I have been that person watching planes depart a few minutes after I get to the gate. I don't like it but understand I was late.
My day continued by being put on and being bumped off 4 flights which is why I'm pm'ing COInsider. I said I wasn't telling the whole story.
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