By the looks of things, Sweety, none of the respondents so far have been helpful, nor are likely to have operated.
I've been 7 times over the last three months with my company. Like you I was a little apprehensive to start, but I had reassurance from people I trust within the company. I suppose thats what makes the difference, fo me anyway.
Anyway back to the charters. They were very straightforward, and a better lot of passengers than I am used to. We tech-stopped in Akrotiri with a very starightforward turnaround. On two of my trips I had the minimum rest in Cyprus, on the others I had a three day layover with the Cyprus which was very pleasant and much welcomed in the middle of winter.
The Basra turnarounds were about 3 hours, and you don't leave the aircraft.
I did feel for the young troops going out on duty, as it's a big unknown for them, so I did my best to make the trip enjoyable for them. My contribution I suppose.
There was no talk of "danger money".
On some of the days we were there I saw a number of other charter carriers.
Now if you want to talk dangerous, try BAKU nightstops , which I did earlier in the year when we couldn't go to Bahrein.
Last edited by Trol E Doll; 16th November 2003 at 17:36.