Originally Posted by
tvtd
I fly in and out of Dulles (IAD) all the time, 85%-95% the IAD-ATL route. I can't figure out why, but 95% of the equipment serving this route are MD-XXs. Flights in both directions are generally full (and by full I mean every seat is occupied) with standbys waiting for a seat assignment. If there was ever a route that needed bigger equipment it would be this one. When, historically, has Delta make that call? It would be nice to see some A319s throughout the day or even a 757 offering.
Today's drama is due to the flight being "oversold". Our agent in ATL just offered $500 to give up a seat with the next flight availability six hours from now. There are four standbys awaiting seat assignment and I know if someone gives up their seat one of those standbys will get it. Just seems like a backward approach, like how USAirways used to operate.
When are you flying this route? IME the route is significantly less busy than DCA-ATL and I have had good-great UG percentages as a FO, GM and now fantastic UG percentages as a PM. Usually fly on Sundays and Fridays.
As for the $500, I would of jumped on the chance immediately and asked to be put on the DCA flight and either taken the Metro or Cab to your destination.