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FHYL
Advanced Member
Username: Fhyl
Post Number: 391
Registered: 11-2008
Posted From: 68.68.131.47
| | Posted on Monday, May 17, 2010 - 12:45 am: | |
When we were NOVA residence headed for Europe, Dover was 108 miles distance [or Andrews (18 mi), BWI ($8 metro ride), Norfolk (easy 45 min hop or 4+ hr drive)].
Now we're in NC, Charleston is 135 miles distance.
Our SPATing is more deliberate now. Truly miss the spontanaity of NOVA.
Also, because of the number of bases in/near NOVA, SPATing was easier than at Charleston. There are more destination options & number of flights.
As for billeting, both are about the same for availability & cost. Though I rarely needed billeting when flying out of ADW or BWI.
When headed west (generally HI & CA), we usually drive north (where 3 families of kids live). |
Roger Curry
Senior Member
Username: Rcurryastro
Post Number: 813
Registered: 05-2008
Posted From: 76.123.106.110
| | Posted on Sunday, May 16, 2010 - 09:55 pm: | |
Which base are you closer to? Consider availability of billeting while you wait for a flight to come up or for a plane to be fixed. Both bases are a good gateway to Ramstein or Spangdahlem. There is no telling about flight disruptions due to the Eyjafjallajokull eruption.
Roger in Jacksonville, FL |
Randall Johnson
Member
Username: Vol2797
Post Number: 10
Registered: 12-2008
Posted From: 24.158.206.205
| | Posted on Sunday, May 16, 2010 - 08:29 pm: | |
Just looking for some experienced travelers out there and preference between Dover and Charleston for getting to Germany. I understand its all about the flights. I guess Im just looking for personal preference, on duty personnel, lodging availability, etc.. Thanks for any input. |
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