National Airlines shutting down ( Off Topic )

[vegasjim]

National Airlines is ceasing operations, closing its Las Vegas offices tonight.

http://www.nationalairlines.com/

[SINATRA]

But.....

JetBlue begins non-stop service from JFK to Vegas 1/7/03.

Rates are about $225 RT/pp

[vegasjim]

Sinatra Thanks for the tip. Never used them before. Do you know how their service is especially first class? Still screwed for New Years have to flt AA now but hate stop in DFW.

[jseah]

Don't think they have first class, but I also hear that it is a no-frills airline, so that means although the planes are brand new (Boeing 777's or 767's) they do not have meal service, so bring your own, or starve out the flight.

[Cookyman]

Those bastards at National really suck. I bought 5 tickets to get the family here for Thanksgiving 4 months ago on Travelocity. National gave a great price and times. Booked tickets got ****** confirmation and was all set.
Checked my ******s 2 hours ago and get an ****** from travelocity stating that National is ceasing all operations and to call a toll free number. Call number and was put on hold for 1/2 hour. Finally got somebody on phone to tell me to call all the other airlines and put a stop on my credit card for those charges. I bought the tickets 4 months ago!!!
Just got off the phone with ATA airlines who was able to give me 5 tickets on the days I want at $1000- more then what I had paid originally. At least I got the tickets and everyone will be together.
Those fuckin bastards really suck!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Now i just gotta hope ATA doesn't go under

[footy3]

cookyman, just curious did you call the credir card company and what did they say?

[footy3]

i haven't flown jet blue yet but have heard nothing but rave reviews about them, don't know about the meals, but they have directtv at every seat. i think the porno channels are blocked however.

[Cookyman]

Footy 3: I called the credit card company and they said they will look into into and get back to me . I'll have to wait and see.

I've taken Jet Blue a few times now and they are one of the best around. Prices are cheap, seats are comfortable, and you have direct T.V. I think they will be around for awhile.

[sushiman]

Jet Blue is very reliable, and many of my business associates swear by them....As far as credit card charges, I always charge flights on my AMEX card, as they truly will help you get it reseolved. They will also credit your account while the charge is in dispute...
Good luck!

[vegasjim]

Cookyman Sorry to hear that hope you get all your money back!

[j1rose]

TRY SPIRIT IN ATLANTIC CITY OT ATA PHILADELPHIA

[vegasjim]

Originally posted by j1rose
TRY SPIRIT IN ATLANTIC CITY OT ATA PHILADELPHIA

Thanks but looking for a good airline out of NY airports with direct flights that has first class. Been using AA but hate stop in DFW or STL.

[komplex]

I haven't taken it to Vegas yet, but I've taken them to the West Coast. Best flight ever.
They'll give you chips & soda, and you can bring your own booze.

[vegasjim]

Everything I have heard about Jet Blue is great. Just wish they had first class. Like those bigger seats.

[jporsha]

actually jet blue flys almost excluse with aribus. the seats are a bit wider then most boeings's. you do get about 25 channels free directtv. and they do serve up snacks - but not full meals.

have used them a couple of times with not a problem to speak of.

[SINATRA]

Originally posted by vegasjim
Everything I have heard about Jet Blue is great. Just wish they had first class. Like those bigger seats.



Jim,


Try America West nonstop from JFK to Vegas. They have 1st class.


Trust me on this one..........

[vegasjim]

Thanks for the tip. Will check them out. I did not know they had direct flights.