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Sep 10, 2010, 1:33 PM

The_Judge

Former Airline Employee (NOT OFFICIAL REP)

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I too would like to comment on the f/a issue as that is the only real complaint it seems. The water dripping in condensation, as mentioned, as should have been taken care of at the next "hub" stop.

The number of flight attendants is regulated by the FAA. This is not something ANY airline has control over. 1 FA per 50 seats on an aircraft. And adding another is just about impossible. There is only 1 jumpseat (seat where the FA sits) on these regional jets so there is nowhere for an extra to sit unless they start blocking 1 seat on every single flight. Never happen.

So, your complaint is misdirected and should be pointed towards the lawmakers instead of the airline.

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