Many folks at CO DO IV were more than a bit disappointed to hear that it was likely the last major event like that which Continental would be sponsoring for FlyerTalkers. Well, there isn't another major CO Do in the works (at least not that I know of) but there is something almost as good in terms of Continental tours and way cooler in terms of general aerophilic fun: StarMegaDo2010.

Unlike the CO Dos there is a cost to participate in this one. You will have to pay for your seat on the charter flights that we'll be taking all day on Friday, November 5th to participate in the events with Continental. It will also include events with US Air in Phoenix and with Boeing in Everett, Washington, home of their wide-body assembly plant.

Yes, I did say charter flight. We'll have a plane or two - CO metal, likely a 753 and an additional 753, 738 or 739 depending on demand - chartered for the day on Friday. But that's after we have a full day on Thursday with events sponsored by Continental. It is going to be a blast. Oh, and if you really want to splurge there's also the option to head over to FRA on Monday night for some partying with the folks from Lufthansa.

Registration just opened up last Friday so now's the time to show your interest and reserve your spot. Check out the thread in CommunityBuzz or the event website for more information.