Jumpseating to Key West
03-26-2010 | 07:02 AM
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You have another choice to EYW from FLL and TPA on Gulfstream dba Continental Connection. Some people will say talk about them but honest to you as Jumseating they are pretty awesome. They accept ride from everybody with a Company ID and licenses no matter who you flight for.
03-26-2010 | 08:19 AM
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From: Economy Minus
Typically, a CR7 can depart ATL for Key West with no weight restriction. Obviously, this is based upon MEL and CDL items on the aircraft. I can't speak for the 737 though.
Departing Key West, we average 64-67 people. If we are carrying alternate fuel or have an MEL/CDL item that affects fuel burn, it becomes less. I've seen the payload reduced to 50 people on a CR7. On most days, the station requests volunteers to accept ground transportation to Miami. Again, I can't speak for the 737.
Long story short, your chances of getting to Key West from ATL are not bad as long as there are a few open seats. Keep in mind that we do have a few ASA pilots that commute to Key West and they have the opportunity to reserve the jumpseat 48 hours in advance. I would not recommend trying to leave Key West, though, unless the ATL weather is good and loads are light. A bus fare to MIA might be worth the cash instead of worrying about getting home.
Good luck!
Departing Key West, we average 64-67 people. If we are carrying alternate fuel or have an MEL/CDL item that affects fuel burn, it becomes less. I've seen the payload reduced to 50 people on a CR7. On most days, the station requests volunteers to accept ground transportation to Miami. Again, I can't speak for the 737.
Long story short, your chances of getting to Key West from ATL are not bad as long as there are a few open seats. Keep in mind that we do have a few ASA pilots that commute to Key West and they have the opportunity to reserve the jumpseat 48 hours in advance. I would not recommend trying to leave Key West, though, unless the ATL weather is good and loads are light. A bus fare to MIA might be worth the cash instead of worrying about getting home.
Good luck!
03-26-2010 | 12:06 PM
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I have no idea about jumpseating to EYW, but I think driving from Miami is an excellent idea. IMO half the fun of Key West is the drive. I'm a nostalgic Miami guy, so any chance to see Flagler's railroads and the old bridges makes it all worth it. Not to mention the great scenery.
03-30-2010 | 07:08 AM
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I have no idea about jumpseating to EYW, but I think driving from Miami is an excellent idea. IMO half the fun of Key West is the drive. I'm a nostalgic Miami guy, so any chance to see Flagler's railroads and the old bridges makes it all worth it. Not to mention the great scenery.
I'm with you. Drove with my brother from Tampa this past weekend. 6 1/2-7 hours with traffic. He's never been, I have a bunch of times and last few were flying. Forgot how freaking cool the drive is.
03-30-2010 | 09:16 AM
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From: "if it's got wings, I can crash it".
That's what we did going down there, took 41 (Tamiami trail) thru Homestead and all. It was cool to be watching leopard crossing signs all over the place.
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