Kevin
Manassas,#2Consumer Comment
Tue, July 15, 2008
I'm afraid James is right. You were out of the check in window. Policies like that have to be followed and James is right that they'd likely have to delay the other passengers to help you.
James
New York,#3Consumer Suggestion
Thu, July 10, 2008
From the Delta website "If you're traveling within the United States and you're checking bags, your baggage must be checked in at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time except when traveling from one of the following cities:" You were no longer within the check in window. And by the way, the paragraph above goes on to list the cities that require 45 MINUTES advance check in for luggage. So rather than hold up the plane waiting on you, they denied you boarding - and correctly so. Sorry, but learn to tell time and get to the counter accordingly next time.