TimTaylor751647545500 Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 Heading to Maine for a week-long vacation tomorrow morning and having gotten in while the prices were really low, we're flying the new carrier, Skybus into Portsmouth, NH. So far, I've heard some pretty positive reviews about the airline and the overall experience, but was curious to see if anyone here has used them yet. $150 for 2 round-trip wasn't too bad, so I figured what the hey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
excell Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 I've heard only good things about them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 We're flying using skybus to florida for a cruise in august. I've never flown before and I'm still trying to figure out the whole luggage/carry on/ ect. ect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTaylor751647545500 Posted July 16, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 A few people I've spoken with that have flown Skybus, mentioned the entire plane has nice, large leather seating. I can deal with that. I'm sure that once the Vegas hub opens, those flights will sell out pretty quickly. Looking forward to that definitely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceGhost Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 they lease their 4 planes, that's right they have 4 planes. Oh and ask the pilots to blow before you take off, I have read that they are hiring pilots that can't get work because of DUIs and paying them less. 150 is a hell of a deal though! Nice work. I have heard of no complaints from people who have flown them. I flew their parent company in Europe last year from Paris to Rome. Good flight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hot_wire Posted July 16, 2007 Report Share Posted July 16, 2007 I'm flying the exact same trip leaving next Weds. Let me know how it goes! What part of Maine are you going to? I'll be in Portland... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTaylor751647545500 Posted July 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 I'm flying the exact same trip leaving next Weds. Let me know how it goes! What part of Maine are you going to? I'll be in Portland... Rockland. Picking up our friends that are flying into Portland tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrblunt Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 My girl Jennifer is a flight attendant for Skybus as of a few weeks ago. You can't miss her, shoulder length blond hair w/ BFT's. Harass the shit out of her if she is on your flight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rotarded1647545491 Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 I flew Skybus three weeks ago to Richmond Va. No frills, but a great bargain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy1647545504 Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 I flew Skybus to Kansas City about a month or so ago. I was pleased with the service, and the flight was fine. The biggest thing was the price. I flew round trip to Kansas City and rented a car for 5 days for less than I could have flown one way on a major carrier on short notice. If you want to get anything to drink though, make sure you have cash. NOTHING on their flights is complimentary. It was $3.00 for a can of pop, and they won't let you carry any food or drink on the flight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 My girl Jennifer is a flight attendant for Skybus as of a few weeks ago. You can't miss her, shoulder length blond hair w/ BFT's. Harass the shit out of her if she is on your flight. Damn, now I have to fly with them... Blond with BFT's could actually boost their sales. My wife flew with them and said it did the job. Some things to know, you can take food and beverages on (not hot beverages). They are flying A320s with cattle car configuration (3 x 3). Everything costs money, pri-boarding is $10, checked bags cost extra, food costs extra...it is the same business model Ryan Air uses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sciongirl Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 Ive got tickets for Skybus in Aug for Florida... I hope it's pretty good, since it's so cheap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 I think I'll stick with Southwest, but I've heard good things about Skybus! Have a great trip you guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dat Woman U luv2hate Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 I have heard nothing but the best reviews, with the exception of being charged for all x tras, you cant beat their prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrs.cos Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 It was $3.00 for a can of pop, and they won't let you carry any food or drink on the flight. Thats silly. I would just hide my food in a bag, what are they going to do, call my mom? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akula Posted July 17, 2007 Report Share Posted July 17, 2007 They don't have a rule about food or drinks, read their contract of carriage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrousbird Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 Too bad they don't fly to Newfoundland...god those ticket were expensive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suffocateXfaster1647545505 Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 I'll be using them August 9th to fly out to Missouri, then on my way to Colorado Springs. Also have tickets through them to head to New Hampshire. I'm interested on how the whole flight will be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CobraKevin Posted July 18, 2007 Report Share Posted July 18, 2007 I'll be using them this Saturday for my trip to Cali. I'll be coming back on the 3rd, so we'll see how they are. -Kevin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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