Is It worth a GPU/RPU for A320 flight IAD-SEA?
Mar 8, 2012, 2:20 pm
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Is It worth a GPU/RPU for A320 flight IAD-SEA?
I realize it's purely subjective, but I'm wondering what this flight is like in FC. It seems unlikely I'll be able to use the BPUs this year, but on this flight I think it might be worth it. If anyone has thoughts about this i'd appreciate feedback.
Mar 8, 2012, 2:23 pm
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I'd use it if I could confirm right away. Even if it would go on a WL I'd probably still use it in your situation since you say that you won't be able to use GPUs this year on international flights.
Mar 8, 2012, 2:32 pm
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The A320s have the older 1st class seats, not the new lieflat or suites..there are 12 seats 2x2, there are only two drop down screens for the inflight entertainment, best thing is the free drinks and food. I've flown this route 4 times last year, and got upgraded each time. I like the extra space, if you know you wont be able to use the BPUs, go for this one...first is better than coach!
Mar 8, 2012, 2:34 pm
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FC is pretty nice on an A320, always a preference to the back of the bus in my opinion. Why not use the UG if your not going across one of the ponds? There are not very many longer transcons than that one...
Mar 8, 2012, 2:37 pm
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I value the legroom and not being crowded into Y on a long flight (exit row would be acceptable, though). If I had enough certs in the bank, I'd burn a CR1, unless you're flying on an elite-lite day.
Mar 8, 2012, 2:46 pm
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If it's a red eye and you're going to sleep anyways??? If after arrival you have an important meeting??
Mar 8, 2012, 3:03 pm
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Been there, done that in a 320; definitely worthwhile. After all, it's 2300-some miles (used to be 2338 before the CO math wizards got to work on distances).
Mar 8, 2012, 6:39 pm
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but regular economy is no go
but F is always better than Y
you could also use miles