The good old days were pretty sweet. That said, if I have a choice, then it's Alaska Airlines. They have done some nice improvements over the last few years for those of us in coach class. Granted, the meals could be better, but the crew, and flight attendants are gracious and polite. Much better than Delta, or United have ever been to us. Our last trip with them was from NYC, to Anchorage. We flew back with two puppies that we adopted from the Caribbean. Since they were in the same carrier, they only charged for one, and gave us seats that gave more legroom so their kennel would fit better. Great people.