On the other thread, on which we cannot post, they are talking about the bidding system. From a passengers point of view, it is simply dreadful. It seems that the oldest, most senior CC get the lion's share of the good trips, such as Hong Kong. Too often these senior crew are the ones with 'attitude.' No wonder a lot of businessmen prefer to travel with Asian carriers, who do not suffer from that particular malaise.
There are notable exceptions. Some years ago, I was travelling in J Class on United from Auckland to Sydney. The weather was great, and the seat belt sign went out at about 5,000 ft in the climb. Two minutes later, I saw two senior ladies pushing the drinks trolley uphill! They were both over 50, smiling, charming and a credit to United. The service on that flight was up there with the best I have known. I did not expect vintage Pouilly Fuiss
é on an American carrier.
