Cactus was America West's call sign, and was kept with the US merger.
As far as I'm aware America West didn't make any acquisitions, aside from some interesting partnerships, and didn't acquire "Cactus" airlines. Also the ex-US/America West Airbus fleet has a mix of CFM/IAE engines depending on when they were delivers. Not RR's.
Maybe someone else can fact check me on that.
Also a screwdriver is a delicious drink of vodka and orange juice. Once you're 21, you'll have to decide on the "delicious" part yourself.
Awesome trip! looks like fun.
Last edited by MonThruThurs; May 20, 2014 at 9:25 pm