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Old Jan 2, 2016, 10:05 am
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Originally Posted by sapguy
...As I've said a couple times in this thread, you need to be at the gate early at UX airports, and I agree with LaserSailor that the experienced & smart traveler makes decisions based on what is important to him, e.g. making the flight or spending a few more minutes with the family. That way, there is no need to rely on 'legal rights' which will not get you back everything that you lost.
I'm totally with you and LaserSailor on this one. There's no point in pushing the limits when the potential consequences are as serious as missing a flight. Sure, it may be uncommon to have a rogue GA hose you, but the chance is clearly > 0. Newbies take note!!!
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