Does my flight exist?
Nov 30, 2015, 7:38 pm
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Does my flight exist?
It's showing in my itinerary, with F11 Y14 or so based on the seating chart.
However, attempting to buy that route doesn't show it at all.
At first I was pleased that it didn't show for purchase, because that would mean it was overbooked and I could get paid to arrive earlier (it's a connection chosen before the C+ nonsense to maximize MQMs), but now I don't know what's happening. It does show up on the "schedules" page (with a "Book" button). So I guess it's just a bug in the website that refuses to show it on the "Book" page.
I know, I should just call. And I will, when I'm not in an airport lounge. But I was wondering if others here have seen similar situations.
It's DL 5913, DFW-DTW on 12/6.
However, attempting to buy that route doesn't show it at all.
At first I was pleased that it didn't show for purchase, because that would mean it was overbooked and I could get paid to arrive earlier (it's a connection chosen before the C+ nonsense to maximize MQMs), but now I don't know what's happening. It does show up on the "schedules" page (with a "Book" button). So I guess it's just a bug in the website that refuses to show it on the "Book" page.
I know, I should just call. And I will, when I'm not in an airport lounge. But I was wondering if others here have seen similar situations.
It's DL 5913, DFW-DTW on 12/6.
Nov 30, 2015, 7:48 pm
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The flight does not appear to be for sale at this time. Availability is not shown in a GDS availability display, nor does it appear to be bookable using third party sites. So I don't think this is a website bug.
The Schedule page will show a "Book" button but this doesn't mean the flight is available. All it does is take you to a search page with some of the search fields pre-populated. If you actually run the search you will get the same results (not available).
The Schedule page will show a "Book" button but this doesn't mean the flight is available. All it does is take you to a search page with some of the search fields pre-populated. If you actually run the search you will get the same results (not available).
Nov 30, 2015, 7:56 pm
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What AC Type did you book and what is it showing now?
It almost looks like an unfinished schedule change (Operating Carrier and or AC Type) from the weekend. Another factor is the problems that Republic has been having due to pilot issues and the cancellations that have resulted.
The PDF Schedule shows an Endeavor flight number, the online schedule shows the Shuttle America. It'll probably get resolved in a day or two.
I believe that if you call the DM desk you'll get a really confused CSR.
It almost looks like an unfinished schedule change (Operating Carrier and or AC Type) from the weekend. Another factor is the problems that Republic has been having due to pilot issues and the cancellations that have resulted.
The PDF Schedule shows an Endeavor flight number, the online schedule shows the Shuttle America. It'll probably get resolved in a day or two.
I believe that if you call the DM desk you'll get a really confused CSR.
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Nov 30, 2015, 8:26 pm
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It DOES show up on DL.com under timetable.
It DOES show up as a 7:30 AM flight / 11:12 AM arrival - on KVS under flight info. It says Shuttle America with aircraft owner "Small Planet". <LOL>
It DOES NOT show up on KVS under availability.
It DOES show up as a 7:30 AM flight / 11:12 AM arrival - on KVS under flight info. It says Shuttle America with aircraft owner "Small Planet". <LOL>
It DOES NOT show up on KVS under availability.
Nov 30, 2015, 8:52 pm
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Embraer 175, Shuttle America (on my itinerary).
So I guess I have to keep close watch on my seat (though based on the chart, there's no chance I won't be upgraded anyway).
If I have time I'll go for the confused rep
So I guess I have to keep close watch on my seat (though based on the chart, there's no chance I won't be upgraded anyway).
If I have time I'll go for the confused rep
Nov 30, 2015, 9:03 pm
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Maybe someone on here with Deltanet can look it up for you and see what it says.
Dec 1, 2015, 4:34 am
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Keep avery close watch. Shuttle America Equipment changes are very common and every time they make one, they screw up seating.
Dec 1, 2015, 3:24 pm
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Dec 1, 2015, 3:29 pm
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Dec 1, 2015, 6:49 pm
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