TED to SYD - technically possible.
Apr 11, 2006 | 2:25 am
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UA could codeshare flights with Ted
zone 1 =UA First Class
zone 2 =UA Business
zone 3 = E+ Full UA Y Service
zone 4 TED ZONE (The E- section would would be seperated from regular UA passengers with bright orange curtains. The E- cabin would include a Ted Mall selling everything from full cans of sodas to pillows and blankets.
Hey this could work
zone 1 =UA First Class
zone 2 =UA Business
zone 3 = E+ Full UA Y Service
zone 4 TED ZONE (The E- section would would be seperated from regular UA passengers with bright orange curtains. The E- cabin would include a Ted Mall selling everything from full cans of sodas to pillows and blankets.
Hey this could work
Apr 11, 2006 | 4:23 pm
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Originally Posted by milepig
On some previous thread I can't find back right now someone joking spoke of UA starting TED service to SYD. I've done some research and it turns out to be technically possible.
All references are to nautical miles.
The A320, according to specs, has a maximim range of 2,900 miles with 150 pax.
The A320 is certified for ETOPS 180 minutes. (I don't know whether or not the UA A320's are certified, but let's just let that go for a moment.)
So - how to get to SYD from ORD on TED:
ORD-SFO - 1,640 miles
SFO-HNL - 2,084 miles
HNL-PPT - 2,373 miles
PPT-AKL - 2,211 miles
AKL-SYD - 1,169 miles
and I'm sure there are other more creative routes, this is the first one I tried. Sort of reminds me of the PanAm clipper, but possible. Ouch!
All references are to nautical miles.
The A320, according to specs, has a maximim range of 2,900 miles with 150 pax.
The A320 is certified for ETOPS 180 minutes. (I don't know whether or not the UA A320's are certified, but let's just let that go for a moment.)
So - how to get to SYD from ORD on TED:
ORD-SFO - 1,640 miles
SFO-HNL - 2,084 miles
HNL-PPT - 2,373 miles
PPT-AKL - 2,211 miles
AKL-SYD - 1,169 miles
and I'm sure there are other more creative routes, this is the first one I tried. Sort of reminds me of the PanAm clipper, but possible. Ouch!
Apr 11, 2006 | 5:35 pm
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I guess the little Airbuses can do transatlantic flights without a problem... I happened upon this flight on FlightAware that looks like a corporate shuttle, an A319 that flies PTK/Oakland County, MI to STR/Stuttgart, Germany several times a week. (3665 nm / 4218 mi)
Apr 11, 2006 | 7:11 pm
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Originally Posted by brian_in_dc
I guess the little Airbuses can do transatlantic flights without a problem... I happened upon this flight on FlightAware that looks like a corporate shuttle, an A319 that flies PTK/Oakland County, MI to STR/Stuttgart, Germany several times a week. (3665 nm / 4218 mi)
PrivatAir, operated by LX, also codeshared with LH flies BBJ's (737's) as well as 319LR's across the atlantic. DUS-EWR/ORD are at least two of the routes if I am not mistaken.
Apr 11, 2006 | 10:28 pm
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Appologies to all for the inside joke, but I am surprised at the lack of mention of the S*** Chit bathroom coupons in this thread.
Apr 11, 2006 | 10:40 pm
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Originally Posted by Mrp Alert
Appologies to all for the inside joke, but I am surprised at the lack of mention of the S*** Chit bathroom coupons in this thread.
Apr 11, 2006 | 10:57 pm
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Would Ted hire matrons for the SYD route?
Apr 11, 2006 | 11:53 pm
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Wouldn't a stop in RAR (Rarotonga, Cook Islands) be more appropriate than one in PPT?
Apr 12, 2006 | 9:28 am
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Inside jokes aside, be careful what you wish for Folks. 
Qantas just announced today its own very basic LCC 'Jetstar' (commonly knows as DeathStar on the QF forum) will commence MEL-HNL directs shortly. That must be an 8 or 9 hour flight from my recollection of last doing it.
Why? Jetstar staff get paid a TON less than Qantas mainline staff do.
Qantas just announced today its own very basic LCC 'Jetstar' (commonly knows as DeathStar on the QF forum) will commence MEL-HNL directs shortly. That must be an 8 or 9 hour flight from my recollection of last doing it.
Why? Jetstar staff get paid a TON less than Qantas mainline staff do.