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Old May 16, 22, 10:55 am
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Originally Posted by KDCAflyer
Even PSA managed to provide a PDB.

Never thought I'd see the day where AA is better at providing PDB service than Delta.
We should complain about this. Simple form fill out after every first class flight
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Old May 19, 22, 5:33 pm
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Full selection of PDBs return June 2nd to domestic first class.
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Old May 19, 22, 5:42 pm
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Originally Posted by Flyer0889
Full selection of PDBs return June 2nd to domestic first class.
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Old May 19, 22, 6:03 pm
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Originally Posted by Minnyappleus
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I heard it from a Delta CSM that they are indeed coming back on June 2nd. This was earlier than expected and a welcome change from the rumors of Aug/Sept.
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Old May 19, 22, 8:04 pm
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Originally Posted by Flyer0889
Full selection of PDBs return June 2nd to domestic first class.
I'll drink to that
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Old May 20, 22, 10:51 am
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Originally Posted by Flyer0889
Full selection of PDBs return June 2nd to domestic first class.
I sure hope this happens. I'm flying June 3 so I will be sure to report back.
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Old May 20, 22, 2:10 pm
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Originally Posted by Minnyappleus
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it was announced to all of IFS yesterday via several channels. I havent seen a public source - but its definitely confirmed!
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Old May 21, 22, 11:10 am
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Originally Posted by Minnyappleus
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Originally Posted by Flyer0889
it was announced to all of IFS yesterday via several channels. I havent seen a public source - but its definitely confirmed!
Apparently, DL employees confirmed this to customers during the A321neo inaugural.

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Old May 21, 22, 5:35 pm
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I can confirm. I was on the flight, and I was there for that conversation.
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Old May 21, 22, 5:51 pm
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Originally Posted by ND76
I was on SkyWest CLE-DTW and Delta DTW-AUS last night (5/14). No PDBs, but the FAs took orders on the ground for drinks after takeoff.
I think this is acceptable. I've grounded myself for the last few months but remember things picking up, fuller flights back in March my last flight. Although it was on AM and not DL. Crew need to get full ac boarded and wheels up as fast as possible.
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Old May 21, 22, 5:59 pm
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Originally Posted by Milesaway76
I think this is acceptable. I've grounded myself for the last few months but remember things picking up, fuller flights back in March my last flight. Although it was on AM and not DL. Crew need to get full ac boarded and wheels up as fast as possible.
IMO it makes sense for particularly short flights, where two drinks (PDB and in air) would be a bit much, but taking orders early expedites service during the flight. On longer flights, taking orders shouldn't be viewed as a substitute for offering PDBs.
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Old May 22, 22, 12:08 am
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Originally Posted by MSPeconomist
IMO it makes sense for particularly short flights, where two drinks (PDB and in air) would be a bit much, but taking orders early expedites service during the flight. On longer flights, taking orders shouldn't be viewed as a substitute for offering PDBs.
A bit much for who? I dont believe the boarding time is shortened for the shorter flights so theres absolutely no reason a PDB shouldnt be provided once that becomes the policy again. If there are delays and the boarding is rushed, sure skip it, but if things are on schedule? No the FA should follow policy and provide a PDB.
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Old May 22, 22, 8:37 am
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Originally Posted by IggySD
A bit much for who? I dont believe the boarding time is shortened for the shorter flights so theres absolutely no reason a PDB shouldnt be provided once that becomes the policy again. If there are delays and the boarding is rushed, sure skip it, but if things are on schedule? No the FA should follow policy and provide a PDB.
All boarding times have been slightly extended with boarding pay. There's absolutely no reason to not offer PDB, especially on short flights where you may only get two drinks (on ground and in air).
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Old May 27, 22, 1:45 pm
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Why no official announcement from DL?

Only upon seeing such a communication will I believe that it is back (but still not reliably attainable).
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Old May 27, 22, 1:49 pm
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Originally Posted by StayingHomeIsBetter
Why no official announcement from DL?

Only upon seeing such a communication will I believe that it is back (but still not reliably attainable).
I wholeheartedly agree with you. I won't believe it until I see it announced by Delta.
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