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Old 25th Mar 2011, 11:07
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Phil, very good question

As we all know, the services provided, INCLUDED are getting smaller and smaller, as the base price must be kept acceptable. The extras make the profit.

I would expect extra charges for anything that "most users" dont need.
These do include lav service, drinking water, washing, etc.
Exclude trash disposal, (unless the local authority charge for this).

Mad Jock: toilets mentioned, but Clean is optional.

H D: A clear view from a comfortable seat to awat pax, good point.. CCTV to cover entrance drive is nice too... advance warning.

I include: dishwasher, soft drinks, coffee, tea. Fridge space, is included, for reasonable quantities.

NO charge for arranging external services, ie a few local phone calls.
We dont get a percentage from taxi companies, or hotels, but do get low cost for own staff taxi use, plus a very nice gesture, free use of local resort hotels facilities, plus a very welcome festrive season staff part, FOC.


Ability to walk to and from aircraft, is a big problem, unless operating crew, (flak jackets a must).!!!!!. Combine with distance, temperature, and native security issues. Free car to from is better, but access is only against a PASS or operating crew.

The ability to answer the RT is certainly an advantage, especially in English.....


CHOCKS......


The base price should include all items that most aircraft need.
Hoover YES, but needs a gen set, for many aircraft.
Tall steps agreed a must, and also small steps, (removal of pitot covers etc), but remember H and Safety concerns.

Whatever the package the listing should be transparent.

Payment by C.C. at aircraft, and not long treck to the airport or handling office, or worse still INVOICE to follow, with no chance to verify, or cash only in local kaputnics.


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