it is sad to see the Thais go.
they have greatly contributed to Qf developments in Lhr.However it was the last base under Addecco contracts and i cant see any reason to continue handing out money to those arrogant buggers. remindes me of the regional Addecco boss who praised his thai slaves whilst slurping away on vintage champas,etc.in first class on the way to Syd to talk to Qf management. the reason the Syd based Qf crew will do BKK/LHR is that it is cheaper (overtime) for LHR base to do long range sectors LHR/SIN/LHR.
I too can see VR being offered later this year. lets hope this happens as I have spoken to a number of collegues who are seriously waiting for the package.
another rumor is that the A180 is coming off the Syd-Lax run and will do daily Lhr flights. Syd based crew have a lot of 5 day LAX Trips back in the bid book.anyone can confirm this??