rcj@killer.DALLAS.TX.US (Robert Johnson) (05/24/89)
Does anyone know where I could access the OAG (Official Airline Guide)
by computer? I know it's on compuserve, but I really don't want to
hassel with those wonderfull folks over there (please, no flames!). Is
there an 800 number or something just for the OAG? Also, how much does
it cost (I've heard that it's free?).
Thanks,
Robert
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rosso@sco.COM (Ross Oliver) (05/27/89)
In article <8184@killer.DALLAS.TX.US> rcj@killer.DALLAS.TX.US (Robert Johnson) writes: >Does anyone know where I could access the OAG (Official Airline Guide) >by computer? I know it's on compuserve, but I really don't want to >hassel with those wonderfull folks over there (please, no flames!). Is >there an 800 number or something just for the OAG? Also, how much does >it cost (I've heard that it's free?). You can get an OAG subscription by calling 1-800-323-3537. The signup fee is $50, but almost every modem these days comes with a coupon for free signup, and 30 days free use. Online rates are $17 per hour prime time, and $10 non-prime (after 6pm weekdays, and all day weekends). Access is through Tymnet, Telenet, and CompuServe networks. There is a lot of information there, but the user interface is _incredibly_ bad. After my 30 days were up, an OAG sales rep called me to see if I wanted to continue with the service. I commented about the difficulty in using the system, and her response was "Oh, well that's why we give you 30 days free, to learn how to use it."
cjl@ecsvax.UUCP (Charles J. Lord) (05/30/89)
I have two additions to what Ross commented re OAG: First, I don't feel the user interface is any worse than a lot of other dialup services. It is quite cryptic, but usable. Second, the cost per hour is *free* if you book a flight as a result of the session. I only end up paying in those cases where I learn that I 'can't get there from here'... The system is nice, but a good travel agent that is really willing to find you the cheapest fares is still a better deal. I just wish I had one. -- * Charles Lord ..!decvax!mcnc!ecsvax!cjl Usenet (old) * * Cary, NC cjl@ecsvax.UUCP Usenet (new) * * #include <std.disclamers> cjl@ecsvax.BITNET Bitnet * * #include <cutsey.quote> cjl@ecsvax.uncecs.edu Internet *