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FR Review
I know that this is not a review site, but I did state recently that as some-one who was not a FR fan, but who was going to have to fly FR for personal reasons, I would give FR a fair 'crack of the whip'
Well, my STN-ALC sector was totally unremarkable. Flight left slightly late, arrived on time - fortunately the pa system was turned down so the 'fanfare' was hardly noticeable.
Crew were fine, aircraft looked a bit 'shabby' compared to EZY, but better than I have found on BA!
My only criticism, is that at the gate the cabin-luggage allowance was not more strictly enforced! After reading all the vitriol about FR's stringent luggage policy in the past, and making sure that my carry-on luggage weighed only 8kg and was smaller than the permitted maximum, I was amazed to see enormous bags being wheeled through, which required TWO cc to lift them into the lockers. In my view, a rule is a rule, and FR should ensure that any bag that does not comply with their T&C's should not be allowed through.
So, will I fly with FR again - Yes, as I have never had any issue with their safety record or their punctuality. But, I believe their baggage allowance [if compared to EZY and if enforced] is miserly, and if things go 'pear-shaped', given FR's and EZY's comparative track-records, I would rather be on EZY, given EZY's better customer relations. [I appreciate that this last opinion is purely subjective, and is based only on my own experiences, plus those of my friends/colleagues who regularly use both carriers]
Well, my STN-ALC sector was totally unremarkable. Flight left slightly late, arrived on time - fortunately the pa system was turned down so the 'fanfare' was hardly noticeable.
Crew were fine, aircraft looked a bit 'shabby' compared to EZY, but better than I have found on BA!
My only criticism, is that at the gate the cabin-luggage allowance was not more strictly enforced! After reading all the vitriol about FR's stringent luggage policy in the past, and making sure that my carry-on luggage weighed only 8kg and was smaller than the permitted maximum, I was amazed to see enormous bags being wheeled through, which required TWO cc to lift them into the lockers. In my view, a rule is a rule, and FR should ensure that any bag that does not comply with their T&C's should not be allowed through.
So, will I fly with FR again - Yes, as I have never had any issue with their safety record or their punctuality. But, I believe their baggage allowance [if compared to EZY and if enforced] is miserly, and if things go 'pear-shaped', given FR's and EZY's comparative track-records, I would rather be on EZY, given EZY's better customer relations. [I appreciate that this last opinion is purely subjective, and is based only on my own experiences, plus those of my friends/colleagues who regularly use both carriers]
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My only criticism, is that at the gate the cabin-luggage allowance was not more strictly enforced!
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Ryanair cabin crew do the gate and boarding in some airports, it dosn't happon much now but it may still happon at a few airports.
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The gate bags are checked, but to what degree really depends on the airport. The crew in EMA often go to the gate while on airport standby and push the gate staff to hurry up, and check bags.
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Ryanair about to order the Comac Jet C919. Can carry up to 190 passengers. Will not enter passenger service until late 2016 subject to approval.
Ryanair set for China design deal - The Irish Times - Sat, Jun 18, 2011
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Comac C919 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ryanair set for China design deal - The Irish Times - Sat, Jun 18, 2011
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Comac C919 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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June 13, 2011
Ryanair today warned job seekers about a ‘Ryanair jobs’ email scam which tries to dupe people into paying for visa applications in order to apply for a job with Ryanair. Ryanair will require up to 1,500 additional pilots and cabin crew this year, the majority of these jobs will be filled by those who train with one of Ryanair’s approved recruitment partners, which are listed on Careers in travel. Ryanair advises anyone receiving an email from “[email protected]” not to reply. Ryanair has notified the authorities in the UK and Ireland of this recruitment scam. Ryanair’s Stephen McNamara said: “Ryanair condemns these illegal recruitment scams which prey on eager job hunters who are keen to secure a well paid career in aviation. Ryanair has contacted the authorities in the UK and Ireland to ensure that people are not duped into paying money for non-existent visas to unscrupulous scam artists. Those interested in a career with Ryanair should ignore these email scams and only apply for vacancies listed on the Ryanair website, where they will also find information on our approved training partners.”
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Posted by: just4airlines.com at 0406h UTC Jun 14, 2011
Ryanair today warned job seekers about a ‘Ryanair jobs’ email scam which tries to dupe people into paying for visa applications in order to apply for a job with Ryanair. Ryanair will require up to 1,500 additional pilots and cabin crew this year, the majority of these jobs will be filled by those who train with one of Ryanair’s approved recruitment partners, which are listed on Careers in travel. Ryanair advises anyone receiving an email from “[email protected]” not to reply. Ryanair has notified the authorities in the UK and Ireland of this recruitment scam. Ryanair’s Stephen McNamara said: “Ryanair condemns these illegal recruitment scams which prey on eager job hunters who are keen to secure a well paid career in aviation. Ryanair has contacted the authorities in the UK and Ireland to ensure that people are not duped into paying money for non-existent visas to unscrupulous scam artists. Those interested in a career with Ryanair should ignore these email scams and only apply for vacancies listed on the Ryanair website, where they will also find information on our approved training partners.”
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Ryanair and Comac (Commercial Aircraft Corp. of China) Sign C 919 MOU in Paris
Ryanair, Today (21st June) in Paris signed a Memorandum of Understanding with COMAC to participate in discussions on the development of the COMAC C919 aircraft for Ryanair, which would be designed to carry up to 200 passengers and should be available from 2018 onwards.
Ryanair, the world’s largest international scheduled airline, will share its experience and expertise to assist COMAC to develop the new C919 commercial aircraft, with up to 200 seats, which would enable Ryanair to lower costs and continue to lower fares for its passengers across Europe.
Ryanair, Today (21st June) in Paris signed a Memorandum of Understanding with COMAC to participate in discussions on the development of the COMAC C919 aircraft for Ryanair, which would be designed to carry up to 200 passengers and should be available from 2018 onwards.
Ryanair, the world’s largest international scheduled airline, will share its experience and expertise to assist COMAC to develop the new C919 commercial aircraft, with up to 200 seats, which would enable Ryanair to lower costs and continue to lower fares for its passengers across Europe.
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Well said FR. I don't think going with Comac is a large risk, the likes of Ryanair supporting a smaller manufacturer will only help improve competition and thus the final products on offer. China manages to build everything under the sun to a good level of quality. Why can't they do the same with airliners!
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More than likely they're trying to bounce Uncle Boeing or Auntie Airbus into giving away more free sweeties. Failing that they get cheap and cheerful Chineses Plan Bs.
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More than likely they're trying to bounce Uncle Boeing or Auntie Airbus into giving away more free sweeties. Failing that they get cheap and cheerful Chineses Plan Bs.
to me it also seems like another one of O'Leary's bully tactics to get Boeing/Airbus offering discounts he wants.
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T
o celebrate the relationship
between Ryanair
and Boeing and
the delivery of Ryanair’s
300th Boeing aircraft, ten
VERY lucky staff got a trip
of a lifetime to Seattle in
between Ryanair
and Boeing and
the delivery of Ryanair’s
300th Boeing aircraft, ten
VERY lucky staff got a trip
of a lifetime to Seattle in
June. . . . .
They spent Friday getting
a VIP tour of the Boeing
plant where our 737’s are
manufactured.a VIP tour of the Boeing
plant where our 737’s are
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I agree with NorthernCounties assesment that increased competition is good for Ryanair, BA and all the others and keeps Boeing and Airbus competitive too if they want the orders.
Thats exactly what i was thinking 
to me it also seems like another one of O'Leary's bully tactics to get Boeing/Airbus offering discounts he wants.
to me it also seems like another one of O'Leary's bully tactics to get Boeing/Airbus offering discounts he wants.
I though its good business to wish to pay to look to pay less so why are you claiming bully tactics ?
Funnily enough when orders from 2001 to now and future orders are collated for 737's I doubt the 1 1/2 plus years worth of production orders for Boeing 737's will be regarded as a bad deal by Boeing.
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It would be a risk to actually go with an unproven Chinese aircraft (which Ryanair is far from doing) and that's why any deal, if it actually happened (which is a year or two away at best) would be structured to take all the new-aircraft reliability risk away from Ryanair.
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