My aeroplane - My fuel!
I have been operating into LHR/LGW for the past 4 years in command of B757/767 and latterly 777's. Regardless of company policies I have always loaded enough fuel (inbound & outbound) to safely operate the flight. If that results in "excess" fuel being carried then so be it. It's my license and technically my aeroplane so my decision - no question.
Arrived into LHR last week -Tuesday morning - Wx CAVOK with diversion plus reserve plus 30 minutes extra for expected holding. Was asked by a colleague above me in the OCK hold for a swop as he couldn't last to his EAT. We had both arrived from East coast USA and had the same info to plan with. Why did he take min fuel? Even midweek and good wx leads to at least 10 mins holding at LHR and if you have already used contingency fuel en-route then you have a problem.
Two tonnes for the wife and kids? Make that five!!!!!!