MIA really doesn't like me
Sep 15, 2023 | 6:04 pm
#17
Join Date: Jul 2021
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Ahhh. That where I got lost as a native. Natives would have probably used Naperville or even Valpo if attempting hyperbole.
Taxi times might be long, but Ill take them over the airports previous configuration 10-15 years ago. Back then the winds of an odd direction or IFR conditions would cause 1-2 hour FAA delay programs regularly. Believe me that an additional 10 minutes taxiing beats sitting in the penalty box for hours at your origin waiting for the wheels up time.
Taxi times might be long, but Ill take them over the airports previous configuration 10-15 years ago. Back then the winds of an odd direction or IFR conditions would cause 1-2 hour FAA delay programs regularly. Believe me that an additional 10 minutes taxiing beats sitting in the penalty box for hours at your origin waiting for the wheels up time.
At least MIA weather is generally nice, as long as you avoid the hurricanes and afternoon storms.
Sep 16, 2023 | 8:54 am
#19
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Join Date: Jul 2009
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We did sit for a while in some sort of side area the other day waiting for a good 20good planes to clear the alley.