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Old Jan 3, 2005 | 4:30 pm
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Originally Posted by Delta Hog
I am also MCI.

I agree with the above post that the best bet time-wise is Delta through ATL, if CLT is out of the picture. However, Delta has significantly downgraded its MCI service post-9/11. MCI-ATL is mostly shuttles with 3 across on each side, no FC. MCI-SLC is all RJ. MCI-CVG is mostly RJ. So no upgrades (or free scotch, good or otherwise) for most Delta MCI flights.

Therefore, if I were you, I would NOT pick my new carrier based on who does MCI-RDU best. All carriers will make you connect on this route, and none are that great at service. I would pick my new carrier based upon a combination of (1) which one at least FLIES MCI-RDU; and (2) of these, which is most convenient, and can I use most often, on my business trips.
No kidding about those Delta RJ's! I was just looking up MCI-SLC a few minutes ago for a possible trip to the Salt Lake Marathon in April, and all I'm seeing on Orbitz is "Operated by Atlantic Southeast". Whaaaaa? Southeast?!?! MCI-SLC? That should be illegal! I want a mainline jet!

Only one other option besides the RJ to SLC: Southwest.
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