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Thursday March 24th – Flight Out to Huntsville

Well, we made it to Detroit and now we are in the big wait period.  Students have gotten something to eat and are now resting, sleeping, computing, gaming, and some are even reading.  We should board in about 1 hr 45 minutes.  Our flight to Huntsville should take off at 8:35 eastern time.  We land in Huntsville around 9:15 central time.  The flight is about 1.5 hours

The day started well.  All students got to school and brought their bags in in great order.  They attended their first period classes and met in the library at 9:25-9:40.  We proceeded to get on the bus to the Airport.  We had repeatedly checked with the school and travel agents about the Terminal.  Each time they assured us that we were flying out of Terminal 2.  Well, that information was in error.  We had to walk it across to Terminal 1.  Delta did not make it easy for us.  We were required to individually check in using the self-serve kiosks.  Not an easy task for students that have not had the experience before.  It was even more complicated in that visa papers for many students were required to be shown. We had a lot of heroes during this “stressful” period.  Karen and Owen especially were helpful in the process in that we had a problem with a visa paper.  It got all done, but the time it took pushed us very hard in getting through immigration and security.  The check in process at the Delta Desk left a lot to be desired. We were “walking very fast” to get to the plane.  Thankfully all worked out and the students were great helps. They listened well and took care of each other.

The flight was very full and we were in the back.  A few bumpy periods but not too bad.  The Delta Stewardesses commented on how great our students were on the plane.  Some of the students watched “The Martian” movie.  This movie is a great connection into Space Camp.  Arrival in Detroit worked well and we were able to proceed through immigration and customs without frustration.  We made the transit from Terminal A over to Terminal B.  Then student groups after receiving instructions split up to forage (food).  Now we are all resting for then next hour or so.

I will blog out tonight after all are tucked away at Space Camp. Tomorrow is a “full” restful day.  We have a shopping time set in the morning and a trip to a nearby state park for a hike.  Pictures will follow as soon as I can get them