PDB
Feb 8, 2013, 4:16 pm
#16
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: DCA
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The whole issue w/ not receiving PDBs for me is twofold: 1) that US advertises it as part of the F service. So even though I only fly F when I get it as an UG, IF I were to pay for it and not receive the PDB, I would be very upset for not getting a listed service that I was supposed to receive in exchange for paying a premium price. It's the equivalent of buying a car and paying extra for the "premium package" that comes w/ an 8-speaker stereo, but in reality it only comes w/ a 6-speaker. It's the principle.
2) Sometimes I'm just thirsty and dont want to pay $2.50 for an airport 20oz drink.
2) Sometimes I'm just thirsty and dont want to pay $2.50 for an airport 20oz drink.
Feb 8, 2013, 6:18 pm
#17
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: PHL
Programs: AA Gold, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 480
I've been 6 of 6 lately.
PDBs aren't that important for me, as I know I'll get service once we're in the air. Although some will say it's in their job description, I really feel bad for the poor FAs that have to fight the onslaught of coach passengers just to deliver a drink. Personally, I'd rather PDBs be done away with on single aisle aircraft (unless boarding commences mid aircraft). Speeds up boarding and doesn't hassle/inconvenience the FAs. But then again, I tend to care more about others than myself.
PDBs aren't that important for me, as I know I'll get service once we're in the air. Although some will say it's in their job description, I really feel bad for the poor FAs that have to fight the onslaught of coach passengers just to deliver a drink. Personally, I'd rather PDBs be done away with on single aisle aircraft (unless boarding commences mid aircraft). Speeds up boarding and doesn't hassle/inconvenience the FAs. But then again, I tend to care more about others than myself.
Feb 8, 2013, 6:28 pm
#18
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Join Date: May 2012
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The whole issue w/ not receiving PDBs for me is twofold: 1) that US advertises it as part of the F service. So even though I only fly F when I get it as an UG, IF I were to pay for it and not receive the PDB, I would be very upset for not getting a listed service that I was supposed to receive in exchange for paying a premium price. It's the equivalent of buying a car and paying extra for the "premium package" that comes w/ an 8-speaker stereo, but in reality it only comes w/ a 6-speaker. It's the principle.
Feb 8, 2013, 6:39 pm
#19
Join Date: Jun 2010
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PDB is important to me (on DL anyway....) because
-they are supposed to do it
-it's part of the F experience
-it makes waiting to depart more pleasurable
-it gives a hint as to how attentive the FA's are
-it makes the Y pax glare at you as they pass
-they are supposed to do it
-it's part of the F experience
-it makes waiting to depart more pleasurable
-it gives a hint as to how attentive the FA's are
-it makes the Y pax glare at you as they pass
Feb 8, 2013, 7:15 pm
#20
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: DCA
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I just checked US.com, and you're right, they do not advertise it currently. However, IIRC it used to be advertised as such.
Feb 8, 2013, 7:38 pm
#21
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Feb 9, 2013, 9:59 am
#22
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: CLT
Programs: AA-EXP, MR-PP
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My main one is that a lot of times I am cutting it close and don't have time (or don't want) to spend waiting in line at airport to grab a drink and then juggle it along with my carry-on, backpack, and phone displaying a boarding pass.
It is secondly also a nice to relax with a drink (alcohol or not) while waiting for plane to board. A FC experience if you wish.
It is secondly also a nice to relax with a drink (alcohol or not) while waiting for plane to board. A FC experience if you wish.
Feb 9, 2013, 4:29 pm
#23
Formerly known as I_Hate_US_Airways
Join Date: Oct 2008
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Seriously???
Feb 11, 2013, 11:45 am
#24
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: PHL / SFO
Programs: free agent
Posts: 797
Spoke too soon. 953 PHL-CLT - no PDB. Although the FA up front poured himself a soda.
Scratch that. Just got a hour ground hold for WX. Cue vodka & coke.
Scratch that. Just got a hour ground hold for WX. Cue vodka & coke.
Last edited by AlphaTango; Feb 11, 2013 at 11:59 am
Feb 11, 2013, 12:09 pm
#25
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 502
After 25+ FC flights in the past year (all on Express/ Republic), I've gotten a PDB served on every flight except for last Friday's MSY-DCA. The FA wasn't lazy by any means, but she was brand new and may have just forgotten. She was exceptionally friendly and attentive so all was forgiven.
Even during the busiest, most chaotic boardings my FA's have always managed to serve a PDB. Compare that to the multitude of reports from UA and AA where maybe 40% of the time you'll be offered still water or orange juice from a tray.
While US's FC product is admittedly basic (don't get me started on the Cape Cod chips served at 8am), the FA's are usually very consistent with delivering the soft product, and more often than not with a smile (okay, sometimes a small smile, but at least not an outright frown).
Even during the busiest, most chaotic boardings my FA's have always managed to serve a PDB. Compare that to the multitude of reports from UA and AA where maybe 40% of the time you'll be offered still water or orange juice from a tray.
While US's FC product is admittedly basic (don't get me started on the Cape Cod chips served at 8am), the FA's are usually very consistent with delivering the soft product, and more often than not with a smile (okay, sometimes a small smile, but at least not an outright frown).
Feb 12, 2013, 8:53 am
#27
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Programs: HH Diamond, National Executive, Marriott Gold, US SP, Avis PS
Posts: 207
Had an awesome FA on last nights PHL - IND. 2+ hours late, hurried boarding, and she still got PDB's out with a smile and great positive attitude. Just terrific.
Feb 12, 2013, 9:09 am
#28
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Philadelphia
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Posts: 670
PDB by departure state
Do some states not allow an alcoholic PDB?
Feb 12, 2013, 11:51 am
#29
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: PHL
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Feb 12, 2013, 3:07 pm
#30
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: PIT
Posts: 11
Put me in with the "it's nice to have a drink while you're sitting for 10+ minutes" crowd.
As for the Florida rule, it may be one but US has certainly disobeyed it. I've gotten PDBs on probably 90% of FC flights and most of those are between FL and PA (sometimes with NC in between, but still). A quick Google search turns up nothing for Florida but that on Sunday mornings some individual cities might ban PDBs.
I'm very happy with the liquor selection on US, although having a cheap champagne for morning flights would be nice. Somehow a mimosa seems classier than a screwdriver at 11am.
As for the Florida rule, it may be one but US has certainly disobeyed it. I've gotten PDBs on probably 90% of FC flights and most of those are between FL and PA (sometimes with NC in between, but still). A quick Google search turns up nothing for Florida but that on Sunday mornings some individual cities might ban PDBs.
I'm very happy with the liquor selection on US, although having a cheap champagne for morning flights would be nice. Somehow a mimosa seems classier than a screwdriver at 11am.