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I agree. I've always heard that the downtown thing is for the senior international guys. Domestically, I don't think its that big a deal and, in fact, is oftentimes a pain in the ass. See an NYC layover at the dumpy downtown place when you land at JFK at 5:00 PM on a Friday and have 12 hours. Two hours later, you get to the dumpy downtown hotel.

Our best domestic downtown is BOS.

There are some int'l layovers that going downtown is worse, or at least no more beneficial, than staying near(er) to the airport. Sometimes it depends on your layover plans, sometimes the length of the van ride, sometimes there is plenty of stuff to do nearer the airport.

scambo1

12-05-2011 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by NuGuy (Post 1097148)

Looks like the nerf bat is coming for the SWA guys. Sure hope the Tranny guys are happy with that.

Nu

I wonder if that is part of the script.

DAL 88 Driver

12-05-2011 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 80ktsClamp (Post 1097168)

Blue's City BBQ is where it's at!

I know there are a lot of personal preferences and different ideas when it comes to BBQ. I didn't care for Blue's City BBQ's BBQ. But they have a sign up in there that says, "world's best tamales." At the suggestion of the guy I was flying with, I tried those tamales. I think their sign might be right!!! :D

nwaf16dude

12-05-2011 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by acl65pilot (Post 1097176)

CAE used to be RJ's so it is a move in the right direction.

...and the CAE commuters rejoice

hoserpilot

12-05-2011 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by buzzpat (Post 1097198)

The MEM hotel has changed and it's much nicer.

Buzz, pm me where we stay now. Can I still walk to the Flying Saucer???? Beer and hot chics......what else do you need on a layover?

80ktsClamp

12-05-2011 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by DAL 88 Driver (Post 1097209)

Blue's City is def my favorite with Corky's coming in second- that and the yummy red potatoes. Not a fan of rendevous.

And by the way, your new Avatar is perfect. :)

hoserpilot

12-05-2011 07:12 PM

Nuts, I'm gonna answer my own question........you need underboob. Jesse?

80ktsClamp

12-05-2011 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by hoserpilot (Post 1097215)

Buzz, pm me where we stay now. Can I still walk to the Flying Saucer???? Beer and hot chics......what else do you need on a layover?

If its the same one in the last 6 months, the Flying Saucer is well within stumbling distance.

80ktsClamp

12-05-2011 07:14 PM

As far as mainline upgrades, OMA and TUL are getting some fifi action from ATL in January. I'm ok with that trend!

I hope we have a decent place to stay for 30 hours, because that's what they are.

TheManager

12-05-2011 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by georgetg (Post 1097199)

Bill Swellbar is at it again:

He opines:...How dumb American pilots are, for not settling with the company and offering up concessions, blah, blah, blah, and then this:

American Airlines, Labor Leverage, US Airways and ChickenLittle - Aviation Articles and Commentary - Swelblog / Swelbar on Airlines

gotta love it, I bet he'll be on retainer...

Cheers
George

At least you know what team he plays for:

From his bio.....

Prior to accepting his research position at MIT, Swelbar spent 25 years in the consulting world with a focus on airline labor cost restructuring, regulatory issues governing air transport, communication strategy and support, and air service development on behalf of airports and communities.

Hey,

Slow and Alfa, if your gig at DALPA evaporates, maybe he can fit you guys in over at his head shed.

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