Continental Airlines Enters China Route Campaign

Continental Airlines is now entering the race for the next route to China. As of now, they are mainly competing against Delta Airplanes for a nonstop flight to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). The flights would depart from Cleveland Hopkins and Newark Liberty International airports. The US Department of Transportation (DOT) currently states that they will choose the airline on two main factors: Community support and amount of business the route will generate. Although I prefer Continental Airlines over Delta, I am hoping that Delta is granted the route. It will be their first service offered to mainland China. As of now, though, I am not sure how things will play out. I'll make sure to keep y'all updated on this matter.

Boeing 787 "Dreamliner" Debut - 7/8/07

As many aircraft fanatics know, the Boeing Company has been working on a series of next-generation aircraft. They include the 787-8, 737-900ER, and the 747-8. More information can be found on the aircraft at http://www.newairplane.com/. The highly anticipated Boeing 787 "Dreamliner" will be unveiled to the public on July 8, 2007. This, as far as I know, will revolutionize air travel as we know it. It will create a new standard of passenger comfort, while maximizing profit potential for the airlines that run it. Several American air carriers have placed orders for the aircraft. They include, but are not limited to Continental, Northwest Airlines, and American Airlines. I am looking forward to seeing this new aircraft in action, and it won't be much longer until I will.

Continental (MSY-IAH-BWI) First Class

I recently flew Continental Airlines to Washington, D.C., and boy was I impressed! Ticketing agents in New Orleans were kind and professional; they also kept up a very efficient pace, which is rare these days. FA's on board the Houston-Bound 737-700 were very attentive and personable. The aircraft had video screens, but the flight was too short to show anything (1hr 15min). Once I arrived in Houston, I had a good three hours to pass until my D.C.-bound flight departed. I basically sat at the gate watching Fox News until our flight began boarding. Once on board, pre-departure beverages were distributed quickly and efficiently. The 737-500 pushed back from the gate about five minutes early, so it was good to know that I'd be getting in to Washington on time for my conference. Sadly, the 737-500 did not have video screens, so I basically played my PSP for the duration of the flight. Meal orders were taken shortly after takeoff. We had a choice of either a Turkey Burger or a Salmon salad. Once the FA reached my seat, though, she informed me that they had run out of the turkey burgers and the salad was the only thing available. Being extremely hungry (as always), I opted for the salad. The salad was good, but nothing to write home about. The meal came with a small chocolate and cream of mushroom soup. I'd say that it was all pretty enjoyable. Before I knew it, we were preparing for landing in Baltimore, MD. After arriving, I met up with some other kids attending the jrNYLC (my conference) and walked to the baggage claim. Overall, Continental Airlines provides excellent service, especially in First Class. I'd recommend Continental to anyone for their travel needs.