Originally Posted by Twister

Well, here I am, 9 days away from choosing (I hope) an airframe and I have no clue about what to choose.

Slightly different question on the same topic:

How exactly does the drop get dispensed?, ie, the drop comes down and then do they just say "Here's the list of everyone in SSN order. #1 what do you want?" How much time between seeing the actual drop and picking? A couple hours before/after lunch? Are there cheerleaders involved? Do I at least get to phone a friend?