MSP F/G SC closing for renovations
Oct 23, 2010, 4:12 am
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MSP F/G SC closing for renovations
Really Delta? Really?
I get it. The F/G SC needs to be updated.
But closing "select areas" and offering "only pre-packaged snacks" from now until 11/27 then closing completely 11/28-12/29 is going to make holiday-time travel much less merry!
I guess the "C" in "C SC" will stand for cozy. Or crowded. Or cranky.
I get it. The F/G SC needs to be updated.
But closing "select areas" and offering "only pre-packaged snacks" from now until 11/27 then closing completely 11/28-12/29 is going to make holiday-time travel much less merry!
I guess the "C" in "C SC" will stand for cozy. Or crowded. Or cranky.
Oct 23, 2010, 4:42 am
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I really don't see the problem. The club will still be open during renovation and they are only closing it completely when there are few business travelers around anyway.
^ DL, for renovating the club! By the way, is this the last NW '90s style club left? The LAX club was handed over to AF and the DCA club closed.
^ DL, for renovating the club! By the way, is this the last NW '90s style club left? The LAX club was handed over to AF and the DCA club closed.
Oct 23, 2010, 5:01 am
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Oct 23, 2010, 6:04 am
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They are renovating and likely changing the preparation area. The place needs a major facelift and is finally getting one. Great news! Also, probably the best time of the year to get it done.
Oct 23, 2010, 6:53 am
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The email re F/G.
Dear Mr. KenfromDE
A makeover is underway.
Keep an eye out for improvements to the Delta Sky Club™ in the F/G Concourse at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
We're updating the look and feel of the Club with new, contemporary furnishings and art to create a more comfortable and appealing environment for you.
To accommodate these improvements, the Club will remain open but select areas will be closed through November 27, 2010, and only pre-packaged snack items will be available. Then, the entire Club will close for large-scale renovations from November 28 - December 29, 2010. Please note that these dates may change, but we plan to reopen the renovated Club in January 2011.
During the renovations, you may visit our other MSP Club, which is located in Concourse C, next to Gate C12.
We look forward to serving you soon in Minneapolis or at any of our more than 50 worldwide lounge locations.
(Coincides with our year end mileage runs. Oh well!)
Dear Mr. KenfromDE
A makeover is underway.
Keep an eye out for improvements to the Delta Sky Club™ in the F/G Concourse at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP).
We're updating the look and feel of the Club with new, contemporary furnishings and art to create a more comfortable and appealing environment for you.
To accommodate these improvements, the Club will remain open but select areas will be closed through November 27, 2010, and only pre-packaged snack items will be available. Then, the entire Club will close for large-scale renovations from November 28 - December 29, 2010. Please note that these dates may change, but we plan to reopen the renovated Club in January 2011.
During the renovations, you may visit our other MSP Club, which is located in Concourse C, next to Gate C12.
We look forward to serving you soon in Minneapolis or at any of our more than 50 worldwide lounge locations.
(Coincides with our year end mileage runs. Oh well!)
Oct 23, 2010, 10:37 am
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Expect to see the club reopen in about March or April 2011.
Some building permit or related issue will be overlooked, pushing schedule back.
We were told 3 months for the PHL club... we are into the ninth month now.
Just saying....
Some building permit or related issue will be overlooked, pushing schedule back.
We were told 3 months for the PHL club... we are into the ninth month now.
Just saying....
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Oct 23, 2010, 1:22 pm
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I have to give Delta credit when credit is due.
I was shocked when Delta started announcing all sorts of renovations for the clubs RDU, LGA, JFK, ATL, LAX, new clubs in MIA/IND, etc. while neglecting the F/G club.
I am glad to see this is finally being addressed. I hope they continue their stated plans for self-serve bar, but update the interiors to be more in line with the styles found in the C club, DTW clubs, etc. Who knows, maybe they'll be able to add a shower.
Kudos to Delta for finally stepping up and showing some TLC to MSP.
I was shocked when Delta started announcing all sorts of renovations for the clubs RDU, LGA, JFK, ATL, LAX, new clubs in MIA/IND, etc. while neglecting the F/G club.
I am glad to see this is finally being addressed. I hope they continue their stated plans for self-serve bar, but update the interiors to be more in line with the styles found in the C club, DTW clubs, etc. Who knows, maybe they'll be able to add a shower.
Kudos to Delta for finally stepping up and showing some TLC to MSP.
Oct 23, 2010, 2:32 pm
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Agreed. Sometimes you just have to bite the bullet and shut it down for a period of time in order to gain real improvement - there's really no other way. ^
Note to self: Don't schedule any MSP connections in December
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Note to self: Don't schedule any MSP connections in December
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Oct 23, 2010, 11:38 pm
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A+. This is arguably the worst premerger Northwest club (well, SEA is pretty small, but at least it has a nice view). Losing the combination high school cafeteria/dentist's waiting room will be painful for a month, but it's fantastic to see Delta actually investing in longterm improvements for MSP.
You have to hand it to them - once the ATL B clubs and MSP F/G are fixed, all I'll have left to complain about is the sorry state of the SkyClub in LAS!
You have to hand it to them - once the ATL B clubs and MSP F/G are fixed, all I'll have left to complain about is the sorry state of the SkyClub in LAS!
Oct 24, 2010, 6:43 am
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I really don't see the problem. The club will still be open during renovation and they are only closing it completely when there are few business travelers around anyway.
^ DL, for renovating the club! By the way, is this the last NW '90s style club left? The LAX club was handed over to AF and the DCA club closed.
^ DL, for renovating the club! By the way, is this the last NW '90s style club left? The LAX club was handed over to AF and the DCA club closed.
* Then again - is the LGA club really what an "SC Lite" will be? (small but private open waiting area with some self serve drinks and snacks)
This is a really good sign from SC though - the F/G update has been hanging for years. I'm really curious to know what they plan though. 1 month of full closure doesn't seem to be enough time to do what's really needed. Guess we'll see come 1Q 2011. (No way a project in December finishes on time - too much holiday pressure.)
Last edited by pmaddock; Oct 24, 2010 at 8:02 pm Reason: SC Lite definition?