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Quote: "It bloody wasn't! Transfer between the two for connecting flights was a joke."
Fair comment, point taken.
The only reason the present LHR-1/LHR-3/LHR-5 split may be better than the old LHR-1/LHR-4 split is because of the relatively small numbers of BA ops at LHR-1 and LHR-3. For those few pax enduring the cross terminal transfer it's still "a joke".
It's not a bundle of laughs for those on a BA/other Oneworld alliance transfer either.
Clearly for the majority who can now transfer under one roof at LHR-5, it's immensely better!
It illustrates the need, in the long term, for (1) redevelopment of LHR-3, (2) shared satelites between LHR-3 and LHR-5, and (3) the extension of the transit to link all these and the new LHR-1/2 and its satelites.
Fair comment, point taken.
The only reason the present LHR-1/LHR-3/LHR-5 split may be better than the old LHR-1/LHR-4 split is because of the relatively small numbers of BA ops at LHR-1 and LHR-3. For those few pax enduring the cross terminal transfer it's still "a joke".
It's not a bundle of laughs for those on a BA/other Oneworld alliance transfer either.
Clearly for the majority who can now transfer under one roof at LHR-5, it's immensely better!
It illustrates the need, in the long term, for (1) redevelopment of LHR-3, (2) shared satelites between LHR-3 and LHR-5, and (3) the extension of the transit to link all these and the new LHR-1/2 and its satelites.
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airbus tech issues
Following recent postings about delays, yesterday's departure BA LHR-ABZ 11.50 delayed. Reason given eventually was a tech fault. Replacement plane brought in which worringly also had a problem, so flight cancelled and passengers later took off at 18.30.
Similarly, BA304 to CDG taxiing to runway returned to stand with a tech fault resulting in a 3 hr delay and a replacement plane.
Sheer coincidence or poor maintenance issues?
Similarly, BA304 to CDG taxiing to runway returned to stand with a tech fault resulting in a 3 hr delay and a replacement plane.
Sheer coincidence or poor maintenance issues?
airbus tech issues
Sheer coincidence or poor maintenance issues?
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Cheers. One final question. I believe BAs 772 are undergoing refurbishment... How many have been done does anyone know?
I'm flying to JFK in Jan 2014 and am hoping for the new cabin....
I'm flying to JFK in Jan 2014 and am hoping for the new cabin....
Coincidence that three technical defects on BA short-haul flights from LHR involved Airbus aircraft, you mean ?
yes, sorry that is what I meant!
Not just Airbuses!
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BA 787
Due to fly lhr to yyz next wed. With all negative comment about LOT and Norwegian 787 just wondering how aircraft is performing for BA?
Has anyone been on a BA 787 service? How did you rate it?
Has anyone been on a BA 787 service? How did you rate it?
Paxing All Over The World
I saw a corporate TV ad by BA the other evening, pushing the 787. I cannot understand why they used CGi instead of the real machine.
I understand, of course, that it's far cheaper and you get what you want - but it looks fake and BA are trying to sell something real (their service).
I understand, of course, that it's far cheaper and you get what you want - but it looks fake and BA are trying to sell something real (their service).
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Cheers. One final question. I believe BAs 772 are undergoing refurbishment... How many have been done does anyone know?
I'm flying to JFK in Jan 2014 and am hoping for the new cabin....
I'm flying to JFK in Jan 2014 and am hoping for the new cabin....
The 777 refurbishment has been completed. All of the older birds (G-ZZZ* and most of the G-VII* series plus G-RAES) were done. These were all the aircraft that had the old GMIS video tape 'loop' system. These all now have New First and the new style WT+ and WT seats (along with the Thales AVOD system).
The aircraft that weren't done were the ones already fitted with the Rockwell Collins system (the same system that is used on the 747s and 767s). These include all of the LGW 777s, G-VIIX/Y and all the G-YMM* series.
JFK is served by a mixture of all types. I'd say your chances are about 50/50 if I'm honest. If you manage to get a 777-300ER service, then this will be guaranteed to have the new interior (unless there's a last min aircraft change). Good luck!
Due to fly lhr to yyz next wed. With all negative comment about LOT and Norwegian 787 just wondering how aircraft is performing for BA?
Has anyone been on a BA 787 service? How did you rate it?
Has anyone been on a BA 787 service? How did you rate it?
Although I don't have specific figures, the 787 has been performing much better than it has for LOT and Norwegian. Like all new aircraft coming into a fleet, there will always be teething problems. I am not aware of any services having to have been cancelled or switched to another aircraft type though. At worst, a few hours delay. Most of the flights are leaving on time and there is usually a standby aircraft to cover the YYZ and EWR services depending on the day. The only negative comments I've seen have been the seating in traveller being quite tight. I've not flown the aircraft so I can't really comment. I'm sure you'll have a great time on board.
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Great to see Oporto, Mykonos and Santorini being offered from LHR next summer. Presumably taking advantage of the charter flights currently operated this year. Odd that LGW got nothing in the next round.
