DC-10 Retirement DO - HNL 1/7/07
Sep 15, 2006, 2:46 am
#16
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I flew DC 10 countless times on many international flights growing up. I really enjoyed my last MEM-AMS DC10 run in February.
Unfortunately, I have a DL TUS-SYR-SEA-SYR-TUS mileage run January 5-7. If that falls through, I have an invite for a AA buddy pass F ticket with a tour of Shanghai.
While I would LOVE to see this bird's retirement, I can't turn down China or 12k EQMs towards status next year. Make sure y'all post some trip reports; any other time, I would have been all over this DO.
Unfortunately, I have a DL TUS-SYR-SEA-SYR-TUS mileage run January 5-7. If that falls through, I have an invite for a AA buddy pass F ticket with a tour of Shanghai.
While I would LOVE to see this bird's retirement, I can't turn down China or 12k EQMs towards status next year. Make sure y'all post some trip reports; any other time, I would have been all over this DO.
Sep 15, 2006, 8:23 am
#17
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Originally Posted by slippahs
It's a particularly bad time to be flying in and out of HNL...
Sep 26, 2006, 11:30 am
#18
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Awesome! Persistence pays off. After looking at paying 52,500 miles for a PerkPass award for the past few weeks, I just checked online and was able to snag PerkSaver for the outbound and return for only 35,000 miles!
I'm in!
I'll probably be flying to HNL non-revenue. Because of this, I'll probably aim to arrive a day or two early to make sure I arrive in time for the flight. Any budget-minded people interested in sharing a room or something?
I'm in!
I'll probably be flying to HNL non-revenue. Because of this, I'll probably aim to arrive a day or two early to make sure I arrive in time for the flight. Any budget-minded people interested in sharing a room or something?
Oct 9, 2006, 10:01 pm
#19
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It's 90 days, which means... seat assignments. I'll be in 22A, unless the kind souls at NW see their way to opping me up.
Oct 10, 2006, 9:07 am
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Originally Posted by Alpha Golf
It's 90 days, which means... seat assignments. I'll be in 22A, unless the kind souls at NW see their way to opping me up.
For the immediate pre-flight meetup, for a group, I'd suggest hanging out in the Delta CRC. I think the ambiance is better. Check out my review of HNL clubs (in my sig) to read for yourself!
Oct 10, 2006, 11:27 am
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Originally Posted by SchmutzigMSP
I guess I'll join you in 22B, unless I decide to go for F on this leg after all...
For the immediate pre-flight meetup, for a group, I'd suggest hanging out in the Delta CRC. I think the ambiance is better. Check out my review of HNL clubs (in my sig) to read for yourself!
For the immediate pre-flight meetup, for a group, I'd suggest hanging out in the Delta CRC. I think the ambiance is better. Check out my review of HNL clubs (in my sig) to read for yourself!
Oct 10, 2006, 11:35 am
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Originally Posted by slippahs
I'd still advise those in Y to stop by the NW WC at HNL. You never know what the ladies in the WC could do for you if you ask.
Although, they also might appreciate a couple t-shirts if we make them up.
Oct 10, 2006, 1:54 pm
#23
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Ain't got no membership, but will happily accept any invitation to either club. And definitely would go for a t-shirt.
OT -- saw 1235 and 1237 next to each other at Minnie yesterday. Gonna miss them birds.
And definitely would go for a t-shirt.OT -- saw 1235 and 1237 next to each other at Minnie yesterday. Gonna miss them birds.
Oct 10, 2006, 10:26 pm
#24
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I think we'll be fine with lounge access. There's my membership, rtarbuck has one, MikeMpls and spouse (IIRC) each have one...so I think we should be golden. And I'm not taking any friends along for this ride, so I can import my full compliment of guests.
Oct 11, 2006, 6:52 pm
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Yes, between the two of us we can bring in 4 guests.
We are currently in 10F/10G (center-right bulkhead) on the flight, and I'm only 1919 miles short of upgrading.
If anyone staying in Y wants these seats, PM me with how to contact you and I will let you know just before we upgrade.
We are currently in 10F/10G (center-right bulkhead) on the flight, and I'm only 1919 miles short of upgrading.
If anyone staying in Y wants these seats, PM me with how to contact you and I will let you know just before we upgrade.
Originally Posted by SchmutzigMSP
I think we'll be fine with lounge access. There's my membership, rtarbuck has one, MikeMpls and spouse (IIRC) each have one...so I think we should be golden. And I'm not taking any friends along for this ride, so I can import my full compliment of guests.
Oct 12, 2006, 2:40 pm
#26
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I'll be out there on Friday the 5th, DCA-MSP-LAX-HNL staying at the Hyatt Waikiki (Thank you FFN's) On the party flight (NW 98) I'm in 1H so I can bother the FA's for some more of those umbrella drinks ... gotta remember to get myself a D-10 model to have everyone sign when I'm up at the NWA Store in a few weeks...
Oh, yea, I have AMEX Plat, so 2 more guests to the WC are available...
... gotta remember to get myself a D-10 model to have everyone sign when I'm up at the NWA Store in a few weeks...Oh, yea, I have AMEX Plat, so 2 more guests to the WC are available...
Last edited by thezipper; Oct 12, 2006 at 2:55 pm
Oct 13, 2006, 3:31 pm
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Originally Posted by SchmutzigMSP
!!!
PerkPass?!
PerkPass?!