Delta 2010 DO Update
Apr 30, 2010, 8:14 pm
#271
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Best of luck to atldlff on his new career- that's great news!
Mrs. Gargoyle and I definitely want to attend, if you'll have us.
Mrs. Gargoyle and I definitely want to attend, if you'll have us.
Apr 30, 2010, 8:23 pm
#272
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Canarsie, thanks for the update. I also want to add my sincere best wishes to atldlff and his new career.
If you intended this as an interested list, let me add ADLFO +1.
If you intended this as an interested list, let me add ADLFO +1.
Apr 30, 2010, 8:24 pm
#273
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Excellent Canarsie. And best of luck to atldlff! Well done!^
Apr 30, 2010, 8:26 pm
#274
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Thanks for the update.... September or October will be great...
Apr 30, 2010, 8:31 pm
#275
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It will be on a “first-come, first-served” basis, so we will start with you.
It would be a pleasure to see you here in Atlanta, Cholula.
I have started the list of those who are interested here. To be added to this list, please indicate that you are indeed definitely interested.
Thank you.
Apr 30, 2010, 8:34 pm
#276
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We discussed this today.
It will be on a “first-come, first-served” basis, so we will start with you.
It would be a pleasure to see you here in Atlanta, Cholula.
I have started the list of those who are interested here. To be added to this list, please indicate that you are indeed definitely interested.
Thank you.
It will be on a “first-come, first-served” basis, so we will start with you.
It would be a pleasure to see you here in Atlanta, Cholula.
I have started the list of those who are interested here. To be added to this list, please indicate that you are indeed definitely interested.
Thank you.
Apr 30, 2010, 8:37 pm
#277
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Apr 30, 2010, 8:52 pm
#278
Join Date: Feb 2008
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Please add me to the list of those interested in attending.
Apr 30, 2010, 9:12 pm
#280
Join Date: Jun 2009
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Consider me a for sure + 1
Thanks!
Thanks!
Apr 30, 2010, 9:14 pm
#281
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In discussions with Delta Air Lines earlier this afternoon, this event will take place sometime in September or October, primarily because the weather will not be as hot as it will be in the summer. This is especially critical in such venues as the Delta Heritage Museum and the outdoor areas of the Technical Operations Center where there is no air conditioning. We also understand that autumn is logistically better for Delta Air Lines to accommodate the group of FlyerTalk members expected to attend. Additionally, it gives more time for properly planning this event, as well as a chance for Delta Air Lines executives to attend this event, meet Delta forum FlyerTalk members and answer questions in person, as they did last year.
One of the more difficult parts of planning the event this year is that at least three of our contacts at Delta Air Lines instrumental in the success of the event last year are either no longer employed by Delta Air Lines or are in different positions within the company. We have no choice but to start all over again in establishing contacts again in those areas.
Furthermore, due to expenses that have never been reimbursed because of such issues as unexpected cancellations and attendees not paying the full amount due, a non-refundable payment will be imposed upon confirmation when payment options are announced. We did not want to implement this policy, but we do not really have a choice and hope that those who attend will understand.
Also, this year we may need more participation from the volunteers, especially from those who volunteered at the last event. One reason is because atldlff starts a new career on Monday and, as you may well know, was critically instrumental with the resounding success of the event last year. While he will not have nearly the amount of time to devote to planning this event, please join me in wishing atldlff all the success in the world on his new career — and yes, it will include plenty of travel!
I am also proud to announce and confirm that SkyMilesInsider will actively participate in the planning of this event. Although he did not attend the event last year, I believe that SkyMilesInsider will be key to the success of the event this year — and yes, he intends to attend the event this year as well.
Approximately 60 FlyerTalk members attended the event last year. Larger groups cannot be accommodated well in such areas as the Operations Control Center and the Technical Operations Center, and the group was still small enough to keep the event rather intimate. We do not want to change this dynamic, as we believe this contributed to the success of the event. Therefore, we are considering keeping the number of participants at approximately 60 or so.
atldlff and SkyMilesInsider can add anything I might have missed, but I believe I have updated on the latest developments pertaining to this event.
When more updates come in and the planning progresses, I intend to keep you informed.
Thank you all for your patience.
One of the more difficult parts of planning the event this year is that at least three of our contacts at Delta Air Lines instrumental in the success of the event last year are either no longer employed by Delta Air Lines or are in different positions within the company. We have no choice but to start all over again in establishing contacts again in those areas.
Furthermore, due to expenses that have never been reimbursed because of such issues as unexpected cancellations and attendees not paying the full amount due, a non-refundable payment will be imposed upon confirmation when payment options are announced. We did not want to implement this policy, but we do not really have a choice and hope that those who attend will understand.
Also, this year we may need more participation from the volunteers, especially from those who volunteered at the last event. One reason is because atldlff starts a new career on Monday and, as you may well know, was critically instrumental with the resounding success of the event last year. While he will not have nearly the amount of time to devote to planning this event, please join me in wishing atldlff all the success in the world on his new career — and yes, it will include plenty of travel!
I am also proud to announce and confirm that SkyMilesInsider will actively participate in the planning of this event. Although he did not attend the event last year, I believe that SkyMilesInsider will be key to the success of the event this year — and yes, he intends to attend the event this year as well.
Approximately 60 FlyerTalk members attended the event last year. Larger groups cannot be accommodated well in such areas as the Operations Control Center and the Technical Operations Center, and the group was still small enough to keep the event rather intimate. We do not want to change this dynamic, as we believe this contributed to the success of the event. Therefore, we are considering keeping the number of participants at approximately 60 or so.
atldlff and SkyMilesInsider can add anything I might have missed, but I believe I have updated on the latest developments pertaining to this event.
When more updates come in and the planning progresses, I intend to keep you informed.
Thank you all for your patience.
Mrs. Italy wants Oct as she retires on 1 Oct
Not sure what I can do from GNV, however, my services are still available (one would think that after 21 years in the US Army I would have learned not to volunteer 
) and if needed I will make trips to ATL.
Apr 30, 2010, 9:23 pm
#282
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Great news...consider me in! Can't wait to head back down to Atlanta for the DO!
Apr 30, 2010, 9:25 pm
#283
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Furthermore, due to expenses that have never been reimbursed because of such issues as unexpected cancellations and attendees not paying the full amount due, a non-refundable payment will be imposed upon confirmation when payment options are announced. We did not want to implement this policy, but we do not really have a choice and hope that those who attend will understand.
If we can line up sponsors again like we did last year — and I cannot see a reason why this is not possible — dinner each night, as well as drinks, will be free of charge as well.
Prime, the restaurant we used last year, already knows that we are going to use their establishment again this year. I am hoping that this indeed does work out, pending upon finding a sponsor.
Tanti Auguri atldlff!
Mrs. Italy wants Oct as she retires on 1 Oct Not sure what I can do from GNV, however, my services are still available (one would think that after 21 years in the US Army I would have learned not to volunteer ) and if needed I will make trips to ATL.
Mrs. Italy wants Oct as she retires on 1 Oct
Not sure what I can do from GNV, however, my services are still available (one would think that after 21 years in the US Army I would have learned not to volunteer ) and if needed I will make trips to ATL.
Apr 30, 2010, 9:29 pm
#284
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And best wishes atldlff on your new career!
Apr 30, 2010, 9:31 pm
#285
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We discussed this today.
It will be on a “first-come, first-served” basis, so we will start with you.
It would be a pleasure to see you here in Atlanta, Cholula.
I have started the list of those who are interested here. To be added to this list, please indicate that you are indeed definitely interested.
Thank you.
It will be on a “first-come, first-served” basis, so we will start with you.
It would be a pleasure to see you here in Atlanta, Cholula.
I have started the list of those who are interested here. To be added to this list, please indicate that you are indeed definitely interested.
Thank you.