I don't mind AS not connecting the dots. The less dots that are connected, the better my routing options are for maximizing the miles.
In fact, I'd much rather they expand some new routes out of LAX. Forget SEA-PHL--why do that when they can do LAX-PHL? That way, I can do ANC-PDX-SEA-LAX-PHL and earn an extra 3,000 miles round-trip.
Or even better: pick a city near the Mississippi (say, SDF), add some nonstops from ANC, and make it a focus city. Then relax the fare routing rules to allow me to do things like ANC-SDF-SEA-LAX-DCA. For a fare competitive with DL. I would then :heart: Alaska Airlines forever.
(Four and a half of those and I'm 75K. ^)
All kidding aside, I'd rather they expand to new destinations than add nonstops, but then again, connections don't usually bother me. Additional frequencies on some routes would be nice, though, for better schedule options.
Originally Posted by
dabears1020
BUR-OGG & KOA would be nice.
Also, SEA & BUR to PNS, CHS, ORF, and ALB on a -900 please kthx. Not sure which I'll need so better just be safe and add them all.
Ah, I see college application time has come.
Originally Posted by
Chugach
DL still flies ANC-DTW.
Only as a direct flight via SLC. Kinda maddening, actually, as it kills the upgrade chances, since V class has to be available on both flights for an upgrade to clear.
Originally Posted by
maokh
Its been quoted that "they will never do that again"..
Oh, please tell us your stories. Please, oh, please! They're so much fun...