Airlines

[Amnesiac]

Oh look, a new forum! :D

What's the best airline in your opinion? An explanation would be nice. My favorite has to be Continental Airlines — now called United because they merged today — and that's because I live in Houston. I also like Qantas, because I'm Australian. Their food is pretty good and their trans-Pacific flights are particularly comfortable.

[Gumleaf]

qantas all the way. i have only ever flown qantas, virgin blue, jetstar and air new zealand but qantas has always been the best. they are generally on time, comfortable and the food is reasonable.

[CaptainObvious]

Air Canada is imo the best in Canada. I used to hate on them, but they've stepped up their game a lot.

I wouldn't even want to try to guess this for America. Every airline I've ever been on in the US has been atrocious.

[mrmcdonaldduck]

QANTAS is good, but i also like cathay pacific

[Malcolm Tucker]

For me the best airlne I have ever flown is Delta Air Lines. I have flown with them eight times this past year, on 6 different aircraft types and they were all highly impressive. I found their flight attendants to be highly professional, attentive and caring. On one flight they were preparing formula for a mother with a crying baby. Their product is very good too. Their new slimline seats which are being installed accross their fleet are extremely comfortable for flights over 10 hours. They come with lumbar support and winged headrests. Their inflight entertainment system - Delta On Demand - was superb. It was laid out miles better than Continental's or Virgin Atlantic's. It is 100% free internationally or to Alaska and Hawaii but the price otherwise is very reasonable. It offers a large varied selection of movies, HBO specials, TV shows and more. Their catering is above standard too. I loved it - and I'm a VERY picky eater. Plus, their facilities in the airports are excellent (bar T3 in JFK, not their fault but the sooner it's rubble the better). Their self service and online checkin is easy and painless. Theor website is very easy to navigate and is simple and not at all taxing.

I would, time and time again, definitely pay the extra money to fly with Delta. Every time.

[Ender]

I've only flown US Air... but id love to fly on this mystical airline described above. :D

[Malcolm Tucker]

US Air have some work to do. Internationally anyway.

[Amnesiac]

US Air have some work to do. Internationally anyway.

Oh god, US Air is disgusting. Worst flying experience I've ever had, their fleet seems to be in very bad condition.

[JackOfClubs]

Of the airlines I've flown on, Aer Lingus is typically the best. Last two times I've been on Aer Lingus we got brand new planes (I believe Airbus A330s) that were very nice.

After that I'd say Delta. Usually the planes are in good condition, but the odd one has crappy seats and TVs.

In terms of the actual aircraft, the Airbuses I'm on tend to be better than Boeings.

[Malcolm Tucker]

Of the airlines I've flown on, Aer Lingus is typically the best. Last two times I've been on Aer Lingus we got brand new planes (I believe Airbus A330s) that were very nice.

They were A330s. They've all been retrofitted with new tvs, seats, and interiors. They're quite an upgrade from what I've heard. They are my second favourite airline. I am flying them on the 26th of this month.

After that I'd say Delta. Usually the planes are in good condition, but the odd one has crappy seats and TVs.

It's a mixed bag with Delta ATM. Their older planes are all being outfitted over the next 2 years so that's good news.

In terms of the actual aircraft, the Airbuses I'm on tend to be better than Boeings.

Depends on the airline.

[phily08]

British Airlines and Air France. Reasons: Good food,polite staff,cheaper baggage fees,fast flights.
Southwest isnt bad either Reasons: same as above.

[lamboman43]

Overall SAS! Flew on it from D.C. to Copenhagen then Copenhagen to a city in Norway. Very nice flight attendants and pretty good food. Both flights were early too :yeah:

Here in the US I pick United. Much much much better than American Airlines. They destroyed my luggage. But those are the only two I've ever flown in the US :P

[Whisper]

Is it just me or does air france have a tendency to crash tho?

Westjet for service
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Air Canada for fleet
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Canadian North, all around fuckin wicked
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[Asylum]

i've flown US it sucked... Turkish Airlines are good :)

[Suicune]

I had a great time with Southwest.

[Scarface]

Oh god, US Air is disgusting. Worst flying experience I've ever had, their fleet seems to be in very bad condition.
US.Air is really shitty tbh, I flew them on longer flights and I always ended up on a small plane and it's scary in turbulence. So I prefer Delta any day. They also only serve pretzels >.<

AA is probably another shitty one. They're pretty damn expensive and service is shitty too. So I always vouch good for Delta. They have plenty of choices, first class looks decent and their attendants are always helpful and cheerful.

[skinny_white_boy]

I fly at least once a year and Usually have to take US air. Which I hate soo much. The seats are uncomfterble and the food is disgusting. But a few times I flew delta and it was awesome. The food was included in your ticket, and it was real good food too lol. And they provide you with plenty of space and comfy seats. As well as give you blankets or pillows and even headphones for their nice tvs. So I would fly delta any day over US air

[Amnesiac]

US.Air is really shitty tbh, I flew them on longer flights and I always ended up on a small plane and it's scary in turbulence. So I prefer Delta any day. They also only serve pretzels >.<

AA is probably another shitty one. They're pretty damn expensive and service is shitty too. So I always vouch good for Delta. They have plenty of choices, first class looks decent and their attendants are always helpful and cheerful.

I don't like US Air because their planes are literally shit. The tray tables aren't glued together properly, which means you can see all this disgusting pink glue on it. Their seats are falling apart. There's nothing special about their service, they don't offer anything unique, it's all just disgusting.

[Suicune]

Well I haven't been on US Air, but I hope it's what you pay for.

[Whisper]

Apparently AC and United just passed a new partnership deal they're describing it as the closet thing to a merger that the two companies can come too...

what are your thoughts on United?
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[Amnesiac]

Apparently AC and United just passed a new partnership deal they're describing it as the closet thing to a merger that the two companies can come too...

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Well, United just merged with Continental, Houston's airline, which for me is good: our airport (George Bush Intercontinental) is gonna have a lot more business and destinations thanks to this. Unfortuantely, we lost a Fortune 500 company's HQ to Chicago.

I don't think United's gonna do any more merging for a while.

[Malcolm Tucker]

Get that disgusting half assed logo off here *cocks gun*.

I've flown with UA before, dire. The only thing that made up for the trip was the nice LHR based crew on the way back. Their American ones were woeful.

[hexane]

British Airways

[Fourth Dimension]

ive only flown with southwest airlines and im not big on flying anyway so um yea

[McMuffin]

Oh dear.... here comes my extremely long list: I love Qantas, Delta, Southwest, SOME SPIRIT flights, Emirates, Virgin America, Cathay Pacific, and so many more.

[Peace God]

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Parody of one of the worst and most stereotypical movies of all time.

[jonjon77777]

Always been a fan of American, though Southworst (Southwest) is great basedupon there pion to point service rather than pure spoke and hub routes

[Navi]

Get that disgusting half assed logo off here *cocks gun*.

+1. I don't like the new logo either.
I haven't flown any airlines, but my mom and a friend flies around once a year, one on Southwest and the other on AirTran. I haven't heard anything bad about either. If SWA decides to keep AirTran's 717's, I wonder what the paint will be like... :D

[WaahZombie]

I've flown on Northwest, United, Luftstansa, Southwest, and JetBlue. Northwest was the worst because my flight was delayed a whole 16 hours in Pittsburgh. That was because a part from the fuel tank broke so they had to fly in a new one. My favorite would most likely be Luftstansa because it was so comfortable. And they give some exciting German food. hah. Southwest is just cheap. JetBlue is one I have no opinion on. And United is just like any other struggling airline.. blahh. haha.

[Tristin.]

i like BA, Virgin, Agean airlines and easy jet lol

BA and Virgin have amazing 1st class lol and Agean is the airline i use to get home lol

[Malcolm Tucker]

United is just like any other struggling airline.. blahh. haha.

Umm...how exactly are UA struggling?

[Azunite]

Well, I dont live in America but American airlines SUCK !
Seriously, I was going to Chicago from Washington. The plane had only 2 seats in a row, it was like a sausage ! And we went through security checks, even an xray machine, for THIS ?!

This wasn't the only one, two years ago I went to LA from San Fran. and the plane was super crowded and litle, seats are too small, food sucked...
Only their long-time flights are good ( Like US-Europe flights )

[TopGear]

I will only fly with Delta, hands down the best airline for the US and international flights.

~Drew

[jonjon77777]

United is just like any other struggling airline.. blahh. haha.
UA has acquired CO there about to be come the worlds largest airline, surpassing DAL! they are currently extremely profitable and expanding.

P.S.

UA's first plane in new UA/CO colors is a 777 and heading to the paint shop soon!!!

[Malcolm Tucker]

Ick. Ick. Ick. Ick. Ick. Ick.

I hate to think that UNITED will be flying 14x a week here...

[Amnesiac]

UA has acquired CO there about to be come the worlds largest airline, surpassing DAL! they are currently extremely profitable and expanding.

P.S.

UA's first plane in new UA/CO colors is a 777 and heading to the paint shop soon!!!

Yep, the new United is going to be something like an orgasm for everyone involved. They're creating the ultimate airline.

Can't wait to fly in those new planes.

Ick. Ick. Ick. Ick. Ick. Ick.

I hate to think that UNITED will be flying 14x a week here...

You would hate living in Houston then — this is going to be United's biggest hub.

[Malcolm Tucker]

I've flown in both Continental and United's aircraft, and they are far behind Delta in my opinion...

[belfordrocks]

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[Sith Lord 13]

Alitalia

Just because if I'm on a plane I want to be going to Italy.

[Black Eight]

I have had the best and worst flight experience on American Airlines. Since American has a ton of flights out of O'Hare (in Chicago where I live) I typically fly with with them.

[belfordrocks]

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[broford]

I'm a fan of British Airways. Big, comfy planes and touch screen movies. Transatlantic flights were comfortable

[jason123]

Continenetal (now united). I may be a bit biased b/c my mom's cousins husband flys for them.

[tisdave]

I think Eastern Airways (Britain) are amazing, as they operate to local airports, linking them to transport hubs very efficiently. Hats off to them!

[transportphile]

flybe or bmi been on both

[Stronger]

I love both AirTran & Jet Blue both were excellent, put them together and that would be perfect. Spirit is the worst, you have to pay for everything, they are only good to Myrtle Beach (direct flight) thats it

[Commander Thor]

flybe or bmi been on both

Please don't bump threads older than 2 months.
This thread is from January.

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