Apparently, great isn't what they were going for..

I'll see myself out.

I absolutely love the new SLC and the Delta Sky Club is spectacular. It looks like they're making great progress on the new tunnel and the east side of Concourse A.

If my French Bulldog can make it from the B gates to National Car Rental reasonably, then I think most passengers should be able to without dramatic complaint.

I do wonder if they'll put in a train before Concourse C becomes a reality... But I don't think it's necessary when you see DTW and ORD not using a train for the parallel concourses.

So, you count the 'APM' in DTW and ORD that don't actually connect the remote pier at each?

ATL and DEN are very different in that there are remote piers, emphasis on the plurality. As demonstrated in DTW and ORD, a single remote pier doesn't really necessitate a train. SLC opted for a temporary solution that lacks moving sidewalks while they build a permanent solution with moving sidewalks, which is no different than inconvenient temporary solutions dealt with during many airport construction projects.

The permanent tunnel with moving sidewalks will shorten the time penalty, in some cases significantly (gates closest to the permanent tunnel), for those in the remote concourse.

Maybe 10% of FT threads go something like this:

OP: I dealt with an inconvenience and this is the worst thing that's ever happened in the history of aviation
Replies: It seems like it was a nuisance but it doesn't sound quite that bad! Here are some examples of similar things that don't inspire these sorts of posts all the time!
OP: No, actually, I'm right and you are all wrong! Here's some evidence that either ignores the broader point people are making or misinterprets logic!
Replies: OK, well, suit yourself!
Other replies: LOL this person is mad!

I love them every time.

I am confused by this post. How does one differentiate "connection flights" from O&D flights?

I think he means Delta Connection Carriers (AKA Skywest) mostly use the B gates and there isn't as much mainline activity in B like there is in A.

However the low number B gates do see a lot of mainline and there is even a Delta wide-body gate in B, I flew on a 767-400 out of one of the B gates not long ago.

Me too!

Is there literally any connection to AA in here?

Drama queen much?

I was there a few weeks ago. The new terminal is gorgeous. And yes it's a hike to/from the B gates. It's not gonna kill you to hoof it.

:rolleyes:

Sort of -- the point is that on AA (or any airline other than DL) you will have to use the remote concourse and the long walk. On DL, you're much more likely to have a shorter walk, unless you're connecting to a regional carrier.

Let's just be honest here. Delta pays the bills in SLC. Giving them the best real estate seems only expected! AA is just a random tenant in a delta hub

I have connected in SLC a few times this summer/fall and I found the airport beautiful! It was very 1970s it looks modern now. Its just like Denver for connections but a more modern version. Delta has i think the largest and nicest domestic lounge in america. I had no issues making my connections and didn't find the walk any more then any other airport?

The old terminal was ridiculously fast but that was because it was so crammed on interior space, you made crazy fast walks but that was just because they had so little terminal space. Ie why it was so crowded all the time. I had no issues at all in SLC making my connections and just thought it looked so new and nice, its long walks but what connection airport isn't? I think they could easily shorten walks with some Dulles style buses if people are really so out of shape they cant walk ten minutes? It seems like a solvable issue, but as someone who has done a few connections thru there really not sure what this is about. The airport is still very under construction i wouldn't say its a total failure until its done, its a great looking terminal and i found it a great place to make connections, all my flights were on time and smooth

If only you understood how both inappropriate and offensive that comment is.

So people with mobility problems are just supposed to avoid SLC for a couple years?

https://www.fox13now.com/news/local-...ut-to-the-test

Per this video, it's .7 miles / 20 minutes from TSA to the far gate on concourse B. It'll be quicker if you use some of the moving sidewalks.

Regarding mobility......I suppose it was built to accommodate the 99%, not the 1%