i understand your point, chexfan. there are still places that I am going to HAVE to fly to. but until recently there were places that I CHOSE to fly to, when I could have driven. The hassles and extra time it now takes for a short flight makes me reconsider what I CHOOSE to fly.

Let me give you an example in your area. Prior to the last few weeks, I would have flown SEA-PDX for a quick biz trip. Now I'd drive the 3 hrs each way. It takes no less time to drive now, and I avoid the agravation of have my briefcase inspected for needles, etc....