Does Southwest ever plan to fly to NYC?
Oct 1, 2008, 3:43 pm
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Does Southwest ever plan to fly to NYC?
Is there any specific reason why SW has ignored NYC for so long? (Islip is really not NYC) I just hate paying the change fees each time I need to change anything. SW is just so much better when plans are fluid.
Oct 1, 2008, 4:02 pm
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Same reason they won't go to ATL, at least for now. Too much of a chance for crowded airspace/ramp space to create downline delays.
Oct 1, 2008, 6:18 pm
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Absolutely not. I don't think they are not letting into NYC restrictions in between LGA, EWR or JFK. Because it was too much more congestions due to NYC traffic controls. I don't think WN are not entrance into NYC for a long time. Instead, WN is already existing service to ISP. It was much closer to NYC. It was 1 hour ride by the car from ISP to NYC.
Oct 1, 2008, 6:23 pm
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They won't. Because it was too many overcrowded in ATL. It will be longer delayed due to ATL control center. I knows ATL has already existing more flights both FL & DL, too. I don't think WN aren't on the lists for a long time. Hopefully if WN will considered service to SAV anytime soon. I think it is much more convenient to SAV will expanded new routes from SAV-PHX, FLL, MCO, LAS, MDW or whatever.
Oct 11, 2008, 6:37 am
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If it goes through, I think only a couple of EWR slots are being auctioned, which probably isn't enough for a sizable operation.
Though one of my friends joked to me that when AA announced its LGA cuts there was probably an emergency meeting at Love Field.
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Oct 11, 2008, 9:02 am
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IMO, with the auctioning of slots and the demise of the "shuttle" service to Boston, Philly, DC, etc. there are bound to be some openings coming in...doubt those other airlines would be willing to lease their slots to the good ole SWA.
Oct 11, 2008, 2:45 pm
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I wish they would fly into city. I have to go there in a couple of weeks and will be flying into Islip and having to commute into city. What is best method for getting from Islip to city?
Oct 11, 2008, 3:21 pm
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Oct 11, 2008, 3:24 pm
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I've never done it, but I guess you could try the LIRR. The stop is Ronkonkoma, and there should be shuttles/taxis to take you there.
Oct 11, 2008, 4:46 pm
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The LIRR suits most people just fine. Depending on your circumstances, a taxi or limo might work better. I don't recall any discussion on this recently, but a one-way car rental might also be an option for you.
LIRR looks like the ticket
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