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(LAA) 777-300ER / "77W" Experiences & Questions AA 137 / AA 138 DFW-HKG-DFW
NOTE: Changing to AA 125 and 126 Nov 2016
NOTE: Changing to AA 125 and 126 Nov 2016
(with thanks to Dr. HFH for starting this thread)
Originally Posted by Dr. HFH
There's a thread for upgrade experiences on these flights, but none for experiences actually taking these flights, so I thought that I'd start one. These are arguably AA's premier flights right now, -- longest route, new aircraft, etc. So share your onboard experiences here, good, bad and otherwise!!
Discussion about upgrades on the DFW-HKG flights are here: 77W DFW-HKG AA 137 / 138 Upgrade & Waitlist Discussion
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AA flight DFW-HKG-DFW experiences, questions
Sep 22, 2017, 1:43 pm
#872
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: New Orleans (MSY)
Programs: AA EXP, IHG PLT, Hilton Gold, Hyatt Explorist, Amtrak, WN
Posts: 2,617
I guess that means two consecutive mornings of waking up on the wrong side of the bed?
I shouldn't be so harsh, but this is not the first time I've experienced contemptuous, hostile service on this route.
A few times, the service has been excellent.
I shouldn't be so harsh, but this is not the first time I've experienced contemptuous, hostile service on this route.
A few times, the service has been excellent.
Sep 22, 2017, 7:38 pm
#873
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Boston, USA
Programs: AA EXP, TK Elite, HH Gold, SPG/Marriott Gold
Posts: 939
Not to make any excuses, but I don't recall how long the DFW crew has in HKG before they do the return flight. If it's only ~18 hours to catch the next days flight back, I'd get grumpy after awhile
The LAX-HKG crew has it nice. Arrive early in the morning in HKG, then have almost 36 hours before departing back. Allows for real sightseeing, dinner, lunches etc. while in Hong Kong.
The LAX-HKG crew has it nice. Arrive early in the morning in HKG, then have almost 36 hours before departing back. Allows for real sightseeing, dinner, lunches etc. while in Hong Kong.
You can not take out your frustration on your real employer !! I sometimes
really wonder how American Airline companies can get away with this
level of service....
Sep 22, 2017, 9:46 pm
#874
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Austin
Programs: AA EXP +2MM- LT PLT! HH Diamond
Posts: 6,087
Did I not mention that I was not making any excuses?
Sep 23, 2017, 5:18 pm
#875
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Boston, USA
Programs: AA EXP, TK Elite, HH Gold, SPG/Marriott Gold
Posts: 939
Oct 1, 2017, 4:54 pm
#879
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Durham, NC USA
Programs: AA EXP and 1MM, UA 1K, HH Lifetime Diamond
Posts: 424
As to whether it is worth the extra miles, that is one I cannot answer for you. I have been using SWUs and will continue to do so.
Oct 1, 2017, 8:16 pm
#881
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: SJC
Programs: AA, AS, Marriott
Posts: 6,060
Oct 1, 2017, 9:00 pm
#882
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Join Date: May 2002
Location: NYC, USA
Programs: AA EXP 3MM, Lifetime Platinum, Marriott Titanium, HH Gold
Posts: 10,967
Also, flying AA125 F DFW-HKG, what other lounges one may use besides Admirals Club? (only Platinum)
You also can use International First Class Dining (the temporary solution at DFW D club only) until the Flagship Lounge and Flagship Dining offerings open. Simply show your boarding pass downstairs at the Admirals Club check-in desk, and you will be given a special black card granting access to the International First Class Dining area. It's not really a lounge, just a dining room with free food and some drinks. Most of the time, I pop in there to grab a quick bite and then return to the main lounge which is more spacious and has great views.
In addition, if you have PriorityPass, you can use one of the contract lounges in terminal D (follow the "Other Airline Lounges" signs) to the entry lobby, as well as one hour at the Minute Suites.
And finally, if you have AMEX Platinum or Centurion, you can use the Centurion Lounge in D, but brace yourself for very crowded conditions...
Oct 1, 2017, 10:21 pm
#883
Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 481
Thanks, Majuki and Espen36 for the helpful advice.
My travelling partner and I have chosen window seats 1A and 1J. Just checked, 2 D,G are still available. Should we change?
I have AMEX Plat and Priority Pass. However, considering that the flight departs at 10:35a.m., we will just use one of the above as we wait (can't wait 
) to board. Question is, wihich one?
Yes, somebody can occupy the ottoman seat (directly in front of the LCD monitor) to dine with the main passenger assigned to the window seat. A seatbelt is provided on the ottoman for this purpose. However, as noted, it is easier to choose the middle seat pairs so you simply can rotate both seats to face inward and thus face each other.
You also can use International First Class Dining (the temporary solution at DFW D club only) until the Flagship Lounge and Flagship Dining offerings open. Simply show your boarding pass downstairs at the Admirals Club check-in desk, and you will be given a special black card granting access to the International First Class Dining area. It's not really a lounge, just a dining room with free food and some drinks. Most of the time, I pop in there to grab a quick bite and then return to the main lounge which is more spacious and has great views.
In addition, if you have PriorityPass, you can use one of the contract lounges in terminal D (follow the "Other Airline Lounges" signs) to the entry lobby, as well as one hour at the Minute Suites.
And finally, if you have AMEX Platinum or Centurion, you can use the Centurion Lounge in D, but brace yourself for very crowded conditions...
In addition, if you have PriorityPass, you can use one of the contract lounges in terminal D (follow the "Other Airline Lounges" signs) to the entry lobby, as well as one hour at the Minute Suites.
And finally, if you have AMEX Platinum or Centurion, you can use the Centurion Lounge in D, but brace yourself for very crowded conditions...
) to board. Question is, wihich one?
Oct 1, 2017, 10:32 pm
#884
Join Date: Apr 2009
Programs: American EXP; British Airways Gold
Posts: 1,896
Thanks, Majuki and Espen36 for the helpful advice.
My travelling partner and I have chosen window seats 1A and 1J. Just checked, 2 D,G are still available. Should we change?
I have AMEX Plat and Priority Pass. However, considering that the flight departs at 10:35a.m., we will just use one of the above as we wait (can't wait ) to board. Question is, wihich one?
My travelling partner and I have chosen window seats 1A and 1J. Just checked, 2 D,G are still available. Should we change?
I have AMEX Plat and Priority Pass. However, considering that the flight departs at 10:35a.m., we will just use one of the above as we wait (can't wait
) to board. Question is, wihich one?DFW Centurion Lounge is in Terminal D, near the AA lounge. After going through security, I'd head to the Centurion Lounge and have a proper breakfast. If you have time, amble over to the AA International First Class Dining, grab a glass of champagne, then enjoy the tarmac views from the AC main lounge.
Oct 1, 2017, 11:03 pm
#885
Join Date: Jul 2002
Posts: 481
2 D&G are great seats for a couple traveling together.
DFW Centurion Lounge is in Terminal D, near the AA lounge. After going through security, I'd head to the Centurion Lounge and have a proper breakfast. If you have time, amble over to the AA International First Class Dining, grab a glass of champagne, then enjoy the tarmac views from the AC main lounge.
DFW Centurion Lounge is in Terminal D, near the AA lounge. After going through security, I'd head to the Centurion Lounge and have a proper breakfast. If you have time, amble over to the AA International First Class Dining, grab a glass of champagne, then enjoy the tarmac views from the AC main lounge.
Travelling companion and I are best friends, not a couple
This is her very first time to Hong Kong. I am thinking, in a window seat, she will be awed by the view approaching Hong Kong before landing, no?