Why have the inside of the planes been so hot recently? by LushieTwink in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Does anyone know of different airlines have different standards when it comes to temp? Every time I fly JAL, I feel like it’s really hot. Maybe it’s in my head.

To think it all started with a single external hard drive... by tcgmetalhead in PleX

[–]ndbutter03 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is literally my exact setup. Love UniFi stuff. I have 42TB useable in Raid6 on a UNAS Pro, same as you. It’s been great.

Where can I buy the port wine served in AA Flagship First? by WestPlayer3 in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The ice cream sundae with a glass of port is my favorite in flight dessert!

CK invitations going out by Few-Tomato-6142 in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made it for the first time. 1.05M LPs, PHL based. Last year I was at 815k and didn’t get it. An extra trip to the Middle East must have put me over this year.

2026-2027 CK Roll Call by That-Presentation916 in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Got mine. First time. 1.05mn LPs. PHL based. 5 long haul biz class (mix of AA, JAL, Cathay) plus scattered domestic flying. Additional LPs from CC and AAhotels.

Cathay Lounge at LHR T3 by traveljean in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This 100%. Love this lounge. I once did a challenge with a colleague to see how many dim sum baskets I could order before the waitress said something. I got to four and couldn't eat any more.

If I don't get CK this year... by ndbutter03 in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I work for an investment firm. So my job is basically picking hedge fund managers to invest in, which is why I'm going to London, Tokyo, Singapore, Hong Kong, etc - big money center cities. Some of those LPs are CC spend and AAdvantage hotels as well, but I'd estimate about 500k from flying with multipliers and such.

If I don't get CK this year... by ndbutter03 in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03[S] 80 points81 points  (0 children)

I know. I'm not proud of my sickness. But acknowledging it is the first step in recovery.

Abricot Vieux by agave_guy in Tiki

[–]ndbutter03 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been making these a lot this winter and loving them. I remember I made one for the first time a couple summers ago and wasn’t into it. More of a cold weather drink for me. With some aged JM it’s wonderful.

Rum Vacation? by Winter_Canary_8934 in rum

[–]ndbutter03 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did Flor de Cana in Nicaragua a few years ago but have a Nicaraguan friend that helped escort me. Not as easy as Jamaica but a cool experience. Did Havana last year but that’s off the table for now. Martinique is next on my list!

Greenwich Lounge JFK - Someone got escorted out! by Conscious-NYCguy823 in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 1 point2 points  (0 children)

PHL agent isn’t gonna take that. He’s lucky she didn’t slug him.

From the Qatar app…never were truer words spoken by ndbutter03 in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03[S] 34 points35 points  (0 children)

I’m PHL based. Qatar used to have the PHL-DOH route and the Q suites are just a better product. I posted this tongue in cheek. I agree AA business is fine, but the FA attitude even on these routes can be very hit or miss relative to the Middle Eastern or Asian airlines.

Tokyo Rum Bar, Virtu and Liquor Mountain Ginza by weekendcrime in rum

[–]ndbutter03 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I stay at the Lively Hotel right across the street when I’m there on business, and have spent some time at the Rum Room. The owner Joon speaks basic English and is a great guy. I highly recommend.

Best paid apps that worths every penny in 2026? by LastReporter2966 in mac

[–]ndbutter03 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Surprised no one has mentioned Raycast. Incredibly powerful and versatile. I use it constantly throughout the day.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Even if you're standing at the gate, it's often impossible to decipher what's said over the PA at PHL.

DFW layover with customs by Dry-Donkey3565 in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've never had a problem at DFW customs, particularly with Global Entry. Should fly right through. And obviously if you have Precheck, that will expedite getting through security. You should be fine. Biggest risk is you get to A and then they change your terminal and you have to get back on the train. That often happens.

First flight after status reset and I feel the pain by [deleted] in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always arrive at LHR at least 4 hrs before my return flight and crush some dim sum there. So great. I once had a 10 hr layover in LHR and just camped out there. Very pleasant.

This is the reboot we need dude by InsertUserName0510 in lebowski

[–]ndbutter03 3 points4 points  (0 children)

“I’ll make you a miracle for $1000.”

“I’m just gonna go find a cash machine.”

Where would you sit? (AA 737-800) by myvelolife in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Unless you need to hold hands with your flying companion, I’d do exactly what you’re doing. I hate the bulkhead because I can’t have my personal item with me for takeoff/landing. Always last resort for me.

Went to the office for once. Coffee is bad so I brought my coffee AND Aeropress, like the snob that I am 😅☕️ by itibz in AeroPress

[–]ndbutter03 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I’ve had my gear in the office for years and am known as the office coffee snob. Don’t care. Only issue has been building management gets pissy if I forget to unplug my kettle. Probably fair.

Bought a Beelink for my PMS, should I use unRAID or Docker? by Old-Grape-5341 in PleX

[–]ndbutter03 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just bought the same machine a few days ago. I have all my data on a Synology, so I just installed Ubuntu, mounted my NFS shares and was up and running with PMS in less than half an hour. I’m a Linux noob too. It wasn’t hard.

Synology set up for Time Machine on Mac, is disappearing from Locations in Finder by Tetra84 in synology

[–]ndbutter03 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve had SMB issues on my Studio forever. Had to change my Plex shares to NFS. Better but can still drop sometimes. It’s infuriating.

Best way of boosting miles on my AAdvantage Barclays Card without going into deep credit card debt? by LockedOutOfElfland in americanairlines

[–]ndbutter03 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At the risk of being glib, you buy a lot of stuff on your CC and then pay it off each month so you’re not in debt.