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Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
28th Feb 2020, 11:15
Replies: 5
Views: 1,464
Posted By Ifield Lad

Thank you for your comments. We are generally...

Thank you for your comments.
We are generally very quick to criticise and slow to praise but I cannot get over just how great they were especially as I was travelling by myself.
Thank you also to...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
22nd Feb 2020, 09:46
Replies: 5
Views: 1,464
Posted By Ifield Lad

Thank You

I was on BA 272 San Diego-Heathrow 11 Feb and unfortunately became ill mid-flight.
The crew were fantastic and looked after me so I just wanted to say a massive thank you
for your care and...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
12th Aug 2016, 14:30
Replies: 2
Views: 2,516
Posted By Ifield Lad

Thomson Flight to Skiathos

As i am travelling on this flight in a couple of weeks, I have been checking timings purely out of idle interest. Today's flight TOM 5584 G-OOBF took off from LTN within an hour of schedule. However...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Jul 2015, 13:01
Replies: 5
Views: 3,387
Posted By Ifield Lad

As long as your are based in or around Skiathos...

As long as your are based in or around Skiathos Town you will be fine from the point of view that you can easily walk to the airport.
Stayed at Megali Amos which is the other side of the town to the...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
27th Sep 2014, 14:42
Replies: 3
Views: 2,598
Posted By Ifield Lad

I guess I may be over reacting in comparing...

I guess I may be over reacting in comparing flying with travelling on the train. I do hope as has been suggested that it may well be difficult to get a signal.
It was a non UK charter operator HT.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
27th Sep 2014, 13:21
Replies: 3
Views: 2,598
Posted By Ifield Lad

Mobile Phone

It is with dread that I next fly sitting next to or near some loud mouthed idiot who has to tell the world and his wife...just got on....haven't taken off yet....it's a bit bumpy...food's...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
11th Nov 2013, 10:35
Replies: 7
Views: 2,471
Posted By Ifield Lad

Many thanks for the responses.

Many thanks for the responses.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
9th Nov 2013, 08:33
Replies: 7
Views: 2,471
Posted By Ifield Lad

Aircraft Noises In Cabins

Having flown a reasonable number of times I am aware of associated sounds/noises of gear extending/retracting, flaps extending/retracting etc.
However at the end of a recent flight on an Airbus 319,...
Forum: ATC Issues
18th Jul 2013, 07:46
Replies: 10
Views: 12,232
Posted By Ifield Lad

Interestingly, I was considering posting on the...

Interestingly, I was considering posting on the same subject.
I live in Stevenage, Hertfordshire the frequency is 97.3 (LBC).
Interference varies from very clear to garbled. Happens any time of day...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
18th Jul 2013, 07:20
Replies: 1,705
Views: 317,024
Posted By Ifield Lad

Belated thanks runway 08.

Belated thanks runway 08.
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
16th Jul 2013, 07:50
Replies: 1,705
Views: 317,024
Posted By Ifield Lad

4 Engine Prop

Saw it on approach over Stevenage Sunday afternoon. Can someone confirm type?
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
6th Jun 2013, 07:40
Replies: 83
Views: 11,711
Posted By Ifield Lad

Although some may say there is no harm in it, I...

Although some may say there is no harm in it, I fully understand the professionals not wanting anybody listening in. Especially so if the information is passed on which, as we all know, is illegal. I...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
8th Feb 2013, 12:40
Replies: 10
Views: 2,113
Posted By Ifield Lad

Once again thanks for the responses everybody.

Once again thanks for the responses everybody.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
7th Feb 2013, 16:15
Replies: 10
Views: 2,113
Posted By Ifield Lad

Many thanks for the responses.

Many thanks for the responses.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
7th Feb 2013, 14:39
Replies: 10
Views: 2,113
Posted By Ifield Lad

Heathrow Operations

I seem to recall some posts about "simultaneous runway operations". Not sure if it was ever given the go-ahead. The point is as I was on the M25 last evening (Wed 6th @17.25) I observed (I was a...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
9th Jan 2013, 16:19
Replies: 29
Views: 4,994
Posted By Ifield Lad

I have been "out of the loop" for a few years but...

I have been "out of the loop" for a few years but there always used to be a "minimum connecting time". This would vary depending on certain situations such as if it was the same carrier, changing...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
23rd Oct 2012, 07:11
Replies: 3
Views: 1,054
Posted By Ifield Lad

Obviously I'm not an expert but it was fairly...

Obviously I'm not an expert but it was fairly foggy Sunday morning. Thanks to both for your replies. All the best.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
22nd Oct 2012, 13:40
Replies: 3
Views: 1,054
Posted By Ifield Lad

Luton SID's

I was under the impression the departures from 08 turned left/right before Stevenage. However there seemed to be quite a few departures yesterday morning (Sunday 21st) that all but continued on the...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
25th Jul 2012, 13:28
Replies: 15
Views: 2,431
Posted By Ifield Lad

Runway Headings

I expect that time has gone quicker than I thought but it does not seem that long ago that Heathrow changed and more recently Stansted. Given that both Gatwick & Luton are not that far away I assume...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
29th Nov 2011, 07:43
Replies: 14
Views: 7,965
Posted By Ifield Lad

I will (as always) bow to the professionals but I...

I will (as always) bow to the professionals but I do not beleive it is relevant. A couple of years ago I flew into Madrid in the summer and it was probably the most turbulant approach I have ever...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
20th May 2011, 07:59
Replies: 8
Views: 5,949
Posted By Ifield Lad

I flew to Cyprus mid April on a TOM 738. ZE out &...

I flew to Cyprus mid April on a TOM 738. ZE out & ZA back (I think). As others have mentioned drop down screens over the seats. Audio bit hit & miss unfortunately. Did not notice mood lighting...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
14th Apr 2011, 07:22
Replies: 3
Views: 1,012
Posted By Ifield Lad

Thank you for your response BOAC.

Thank you for your response BOAC.
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
13th Apr 2011, 07:50
Replies: 3
Views: 1,012
Posted By Ifield Lad

LGW SID

Going to Cyprus from Gatwick Saturday. Does the SID depend on traffic or is it usually a Dover departure? Or are there just too many scenarios that will determine it on the day?
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
5th Jul 2010, 18:39
Replies: 4,611
Views: 1,002,121
Posted By Ifield Lad

Apparantly Luton (or council ??) has just...

Apparantly Luton (or council ??) has just increased baggage trolly charges to £2. Just a eads up in case anyone gets caught out. :ok:
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
5th Jul 2010, 18:33
Replies: 211
Views: 62,806
Posted By Ifield Lad

My in-laws have just returned from their annual...

My in-laws have just returned from their annual summer break. On the return flight they found that ther pre-boooked seats were in fact allocated across the aisle from each other. Although apparantly...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
21st Apr 2010, 07:28
Replies: 3
Views: 750
Posted By Ifield Lad

What about the crews?

Much has been said about the pax affected by the last few days events. I do feel sorry for them where they may have missed family events/need to get back for whatever reason. But what about all the...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
23rd Feb 2010, 18:56
Replies: 30
Views: 4,146
Posted By Ifield Lad

Regarding taking photos on the apron/ramp, I seem...

Regarding taking photos on the apron/ramp, I seem to remember late 60's/70's always having our photos taken as we disembarked at Palma, Alicante, etc. Maybe the camera technology was so different...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
2nd Nov 2009, 19:01
Replies: 2
Views: 748
Posted By Ifield Lad

Thanks Ben. It has been a few years (2-3?) since...

Thanks Ben. It has been a few years (2-3?) since Iwas on an aircraft departing 26 at Luton. At that time it "appeared" to just about be keeping on track before turning left for Southampton. Thanks...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
1st Nov 2009, 11:36
Replies: 2
Views: 748
Posted By Ifield Lad

New Departure/Arrival Routes

Flying from Luton back in August the Captain told us that after take off we would be following the new departure route which involved a fairly quick left turn after departure (from 26) before turning...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
29th Sep 2009, 14:17
Replies: 164
Views: 44,326
Posted By Ifield Lad

Olympic

Hopefully this is the correct place to post this and hopefully this is news to somebody! Copied and pasted from an email I received::

"a sad moment for many, as Olympic Airlines ceased operations...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
26th Aug 2009, 17:37
Replies: 4,611
Views: 1,002,121
Posted By Ifield Lad

Hi gilesdavies. I am aware that border control...

Hi gilesdavies.
I am aware that border control is not in the hands of Luton Airport/Council but I was trying to make the point that the "experience" of using Luton was not a pleasant one. ...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
26th Aug 2009, 09:56
Replies: 4,611
Views: 1,002,121
Posted By Ifield Lad

Used my local airport again recently. Cannot...

Used my local airport again recently. Cannot beleive they also now charge for the baggage trolleys. Yes I know it is only £1 but there is a principle here.
On the return there was only 1 other...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
11th Jun 2009, 07:26
Replies: 4,611
Views: 1,002,121
Posted By Ifield Lad

Thanks for that LTNman. Had a quick read through...

Thanks for that LTNman. Had a quick read through of the link. In my little experience Monday their "plan" has definitely NOT worked!!. I will send an email although I won't hold my breath!
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
10th Jun 2009, 14:11
Replies: 4,611
Views: 1,002,121
Posted By Ifield Lad

Luton - Traffic

Sorry if I am duplicating something that has been "done to death". If so please remove. Monday morning around 05.40 took in-laws to Luton for their flight. What a disaster. Fortunately we had left...
Forum: Spectators Balcony (Spotters Corner)
26th Feb 2009, 10:46
Replies: 29
Views: 2,477
Posted By Ifield Lad

Thank you Rainboe. The name is simply because...

Thank you Rainboe. The name is simply because (beleive it or not) Ifield has many wonderful memories for me. Not least the proximity to Gatwick and many happy hours spotting at the end of 26. Oh and...
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