Delta 200 ATL-JNB in Business Elite Question
Apr 3, 2011, 10:30 pm
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Delta 200 ATL-JNB in Business Elite Question
Next week I am flying PDX-ATL-JNB and return on Delta in Business Elite. The ATL-JNB leg is 16+ hrs on a 77L. Has anyone flown this route ? What were your positive/negative experiences ?
Apr 4, 2011, 12:33 am
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2. Yes, its a fine experience. Problem is, as with any US carrier, the logic seems to be that putting/allowing the most senior and experienced FA's to bid on the longest routes that this will provide the best service. This is often quite the opposite and you will likely have a few grandmothers running around trying to stay awake. Many are good, but many are surely and definitely dont make it seem like they want to be there. Other then that, its no different then any long flight on the 77L. Just sleep.
Apr 4, 2011, 5:04 am
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DTW-HKG is about the same length. I have done it in BE many times and Y a few as well. This is a brutally long flight in BE or not.
Apr 4, 2011, 5:15 am
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atl to jnb is delta's longest non-stop flight. clocks in at 8439 miles which is 1,000 more then lax to syd and approx. 600 miles longer then dtw to hkg.
Apr 4, 2011, 5:32 am
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Its true that DTW to HKG is almost as long, sans for 600 miles or so. I've done this flight. You should have no concerns as it relates to comfort, the flat bed suites are very comfortable, although you'll find some people who seem to be impossible to please, that will tell you otherwise. You get a Duvet and a comforter. the monitor is a decent size and selection of movies is endless.
As for the service, shouldn't be any issues here. Although DLATL has some points, you shouldnt wind up with an entirely geriatrics crew. There are plenty of staff on board, especially in J, that you shouldn't have to worry about to many things.
First long haul flight on DL?
Enjoy your flights.
Apr 4, 2011, 5:57 am
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Apr 4, 2011, 6:31 am
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That is why I said "almost". It actually completely depends on the routing and approach as the route can be +/- 300 miles depending on the routing.
Apr 4, 2011, 7:43 am
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Delta has been operating ATL-JNB for over a year and a half. Other than a few 777-ER substitutions, it's been operated with a 777-200LR lie flat seats, AVOD, USB power, and AC power in Business.
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Apr 4, 2011, 7:46 am
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