Originally Posted by
wcpierce
Flight was delayed 45 minutes due to incoming delay (SFO-DCA delayed waiting for crew). Boarded a completely full 738 in 38 minutes (pre-board until door closed). SWA wouldn't be proud, but I haven't seen United do that recently.
Of course it can be done, most of the time crew just don't care. I had a
delayed UA widebody board in under 30 minutes. AA had a
delayed 319 board within 10 minutes. See a theme here? Bonus points if it is the last flight of the day and late evening arrival.