Originally Posted by
notEnuf
I would point to the min fuel for T/O number and say we had an extra 200 lbs. Or, I would have gone through that whole ground circus to taxi back for fuel if I didn't have min fuel for T/O. I had a plan to conserve fuel on the ground before T/O and it worked. If anyting I should be applauded for my excellent execution under less than ideal circumstances. I'll pin that on next to all my other Delta recognition medals.
No wonder we got new jackets the old one is tearing due to thier weight.

So your plan was so tight on fuel you considered shutting down during taxi to preserve ?