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United Airlines and Continental Airlines to merge
bigdelta replied to MM's topic in Airline Discussion
Despite Delta, Mergers Not Easy- CHICAGO (TheStreet) -- Because the last airline merger, between Delta(DAL) and Northwest went smoothly, it is presumed the next merger will go smoothly as well. And why not? The economy is improving. Continental(CAL) and United(UAUA), which announced their intent to merge on Monday, are performing well. The airline industry, which cut capacity in response to the 2008 fuel-price spike and the subsequent recession, seems to have positioned itself to benefit from the recovery. Still, "airline mergers are not easy work, in part because so many of the major in -
My thoughts too until I saw it was in "Airline Deals". BigD probably booked a return immediately before reading post.....
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United Airlines and Continental Airlines to merge
bigdelta replied to MM's topic in Airline Discussion
I have heard good things about Ponape though the subject of toplessness wasn't discussed. As an alternate routing to Micronesia,how about a cheap ticket on Air Asia to the Australian island/continent and a separate ticket on another carrier onward? -
So,I guess the curry is better than the football in Birmingham,(Villa Park)huh? OUCH!
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Tequila Reef Cantina Cinco De Mayo Celebration May 5th, 2010
bigdelta replied to tequilareef's topic in Restaurants and food
How about a Cinco de Agosto also.............. -
United Airlines and Continental Airlines to merge
bigdelta replied to MM's topic in Airline Discussion
Where in Micronesia are you traveling to? -
I have used DL each trip (see avatar) by choice. If you arrive too early,your room may not be ready if hotel occupancy is high. OTOH,you'll pay for that extra half night if you choose DL.
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United Airlines and Continental Airlines to merge
bigdelta replied to MM's topic in Airline Discussion
For years,American has fought consolidation,since their huge mistake in buying TWA.It was almost as big a mistake as us outbidding United for Pan Am (actually we didn't outbid UA,we just offered to take more Pan Am employees than UA did),saying they are just fine as is.Now the screw has turned and they WILL have to find a partner. Now,AA drops from former #1,before Delta buying NW to become #1,to a very distant #3. "Industry consolidation" has been the catchphrase for some time.Another will happen in the US w/i 3 years involving American. And hopefuly,Delta will have bought Alaska Airlin -
United Airlines and Continental Airlines to merge
bigdelta replied to MM's topic in Airline Discussion
Did anyone see this: Name of Airline Will be United with Continental's Logo and Livery -
United Airlines and Continental Airlines to merge
bigdelta replied to MM's topic in Airline Discussion
Well,being #1 for a while was nice while it lasted.......... Here's a look at the combined fleet orders for both carriers: May 3 (Reuters) - A planned merger of two U.S. companies to create the world's largest airline will combine Continental's (CAL.N) Boeing-dominated (BA.N) fleet with the mixed fleet and order book of United (UAUA.O). [iD:nASA00ASG] The move was expected to trigger a scramble between Boeing and European rival Airbus (EAD.PA), as well as engine makers, over the fate of almost $22 billion in outstanding plane orders and control of any future fleet replacement decision -
Any hotels have TruVision for TV programs
bigdelta replied to bigdelta's topic in Hotel and Accommodation Questions
Thanks guys.I'll contact Dynasty Inn and ask.They'll probably think I'm crazy for asking. -
Link is inop as of Apr 9. NOTICE: This domain name expired on 04/09/2010 and is pending renewal or deletion
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Stop teasing villa with,"Through the back door" and the like.He's already booked his next stay there.
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instead of awful Sophon cable?I ask because I may be staying for 6 months this trip and don't want to miss Premier League matches.I also appreciate a choice of English language programs as I rarely leave my loom Or a 6 month lease would work too but would have to be from someone that I would not have to fight for my deposit after 6 months. I leased for 10 months in VT2A in '08-'09 and went to TruVision myself for box and service.
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Airbus and Boeing products running behind schedule
bigdelta replied to BigDUSA's topic in Idle Chit Chat
So,RR will be paying a penalty to airlines who ordered that engine-that's how it works,until they meet specs. -
Airbus and Boeing products running behind schedule
bigdelta replied to BigDUSA's topic in Idle Chit Chat
Good to hear.Were you in Business or Coach? I'd like to hear about the 380 trip afterwards. -
Airbus and Boeing products running behind schedule
bigdelta replied to BigDUSA's topic in Idle Chit Chat
Here's a joke for you EADS supporters (even w/o subsidies)LOL!: Airbus chief does not rule out A350 delays-report.(now there's a newsflash) FRANKFURT, April 18 (Reuters) - The chief executive of European planemaker Airbus (EAD.PA) said in an interview due to be published on April 19, that he could not exclude the possibility of deliveries of the A350 jetliner being delayed. Talking to German weekly magazine Focus, Chief Executive Thomas Enders said that Airbus, a subsidiary of EADS, was stepping up all possible efforts to keep to the schedule, but "It is a hellish ride," he was quo -
e-mail sent re: rooms.
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Updated message from Spirit Airlines CEO about the carry-on crisis (their word,crisis) We would like to clarify something from the e-mail sent on April 13, 2010: We have introduced PENNY PLUS™ fares available to our $9 Fare Club members*** that are 1¢ each way, based on roundtrip purchase, plus fuel, taxes and fees*. To our valued customers, We have all seen how carry-on baggage has gotten out of control. Longer security lines and boarding process, injuries due to overcrowded overhead bins, delayed flights and passenger frustration has become commonplace. At Spirit, we are alw
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350 British tourists cause near-riot at Bangkok airport
bigdelta replied to lovedog100's topic in Idle Chit Chat
joe,please stop winding up these guys about EU subsidies-LOL! -
350 British tourists cause near-riot at Bangkok airport
bigdelta replied to lovedog100's topic in Idle Chit Chat
Looks as though EC/EU is offering bailout mmoney to help compensate airlines for their losses. -
350 British tourists cause near-riot at Bangkok airport
bigdelta replied to lovedog100's topic in Idle Chit Chat
Actually Jeff,we do,as do most major airlines at the biggest hub.Not a dozen widebodies,but several acft of various types. From Delta's CEO,via company intranet: "“I know we’ve all been watching the impact to the operations from the volcano in Iceland,” Richard said. “And we’re back to a full schedule to and from Europe, and we are even operating a few extra flights to help customers get where they need to go. It will be a while before all of the travel is back to normal.” I was one of those agents who was shouted at for 28+ years. -
350 British tourists cause near-riot at Bangkok airport
bigdelta replied to lovedog100's topic in Idle Chit Chat
Many US airlines have added extra sections to Europe and will continue to do until the backlog as eased. Very few have paid "full fare". -
http://www.goldentulipresortpattaya.com/ http://www.goldentuliperawan.com/ Worth a shot or not?
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None.But my point was no need to exit and re-enter,which is time consuming.As mentioned earlier,many 20th & 21st century airports have a point on arrival for transferring psgrs and those ending their journey and clearing immigration and customs.