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Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
1st Nov 2011, 22:34
Replies: 21
Views: 2,830
Posted By Pohutu

I too would vote for Air NZ. I fly between the...

I too would vote for Air NZ. I fly between the UK and NZ frequently, and having tried various options now don't really consider anyone else. I personally find straight through with no layover suits...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
23rd Apr 2011, 13:03
Replies: 11
Views: 5,567
Posted By Pohutu

I occasionally book flights through a travel...

I occasionally book flights through a travel agent when I want to take advantage of their ability to 'hold' a booking for a few days, which you can't do if you're booking online direct with the...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
15th Mar 2011, 01:17
Replies: 9
Views: 2,482
Posted By Pohutu

You could be right, PAXboy. Until last year, I'd...

You could be right, PAXboy. Until last year, I'd only experienced one go-around. But then last year, I had 5 go-arounds in one day. My local airport is prone to fog, the pilot had 3 goes at...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
7th Mar 2011, 21:48
Replies: 18
Views: 1,912
Posted By Pohutu

I worked in the City during that time, and my...

I worked in the City during that time, and my desk overlooked one of the Met's regular checkpoints aimed at protecting us from IRA bombers. The police appeared to have received intelligence that...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
10th Feb 2011, 00:14
Replies: 1,094
Views: 165,516
Posted By Pohutu

As far as the Data Protection Act is concerned,...

As far as the Data Protection Act is concerned, nothing at all, but it wouldn't get you very far, since it only concerns personal data. You could pay your £10 for a subject access request, but the...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
8th Feb 2011, 23:17
Replies: 58
Views: 10,868
Posted By Pohutu

Some time ago I heard the explanation that the...

Some time ago I heard the explanation that the bag had to be airtight so that, if necessary, an air sample could be taken. It could well be another reason that was made up to fit, but it sounded...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
27th Jan 2011, 01:13
Replies: 271
Views: 53,097
Posted By Pohutu

MikeJuliet, Ryanair are way ahead of you. ...

MikeJuliet,

Ryanair are way ahead of you. From their T&Cs....

6.1 All passengers are required to check-in on-line and print out their Boarding Pass. This facility is available from 15 days up...
Forum: Cabin Crew
20th Dec 2010, 01:56
Replies: 6
Views: 6,819
Posted By Pohutu

The 7 day self-certification rule applies by law...

The 7 day self-certification rule applies by law to Statutory Sick Pay (currently £79.15 per week). Company sick pay on top of that is subject to whatever rules are in your contract, so a company...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
11th Sep 2010, 04:12
Replies: 16
Views: 2,282
Posted By Pohutu

I would second rgsaero's comments. I always try...

I would second rgsaero's comments. I always try to do the Hong Kong route if possible, as it's generally more pleasant. Theoretically, it can be done for the same price, but it's always a bit of a...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
17th Aug 2010, 03:39
Replies: 14
Views: 2,035
Posted By Pohutu

I can certainly understand the need for there to...

I can certainly understand the need for there to be a cutoff time for closing check-in at x mins before departure to enable the load sheet to be prepared. But how does it work with on-line check in?...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
9th Aug 2010, 18:16
Replies: 32
Views: 10,177
Posted By Pohutu

And for the pedants among us, the relevant...

And for the pedants among us, the relevant definitions in the regulation are



Thus confirming that it is the air carrier, not the tour operator / charter company which is liable.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
9th Aug 2010, 07:17
Replies: 2,279
Views: 341,307
Posted By Pohutu

As others have pointed out, the BASSA reps who no...

As others have pointed out, the BASSA reps who no longer work for BA do have something of a vested interest in prolonging the dispute rather than seeking resolution. But they also have a bit of a...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
7th Aug 2010, 13:11
Replies: 49
Views: 7,155
Posted By Pohutu

Jarvy They've been trialling the...

Jarvy

They've been trialling the replacement of the I-94 with just the ESTA for some months now between New Zealand and the US, so I imagine that this will be rolled out to other countries soon.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
24th Jul 2010, 08:26
Replies: 2,279
Views: 341,307
Posted By Pohutu

Possibly because, despite the implication in...

Possibly because, despite the implication in pw82506's post, the article in question isn't about BA. It is a magazine article about the life of cabin crew which doesn't mention any airline by name...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
19th Jul 2010, 12:12
Replies: 20
Views: 5,092
Posted By Pohutu

In the context of this thread, I don't think that...

In the context of this thread, I don't think that these two are mutually exclusive. I'm struggling to see any way in which safety is compromised by telling people why their flight is delayed.

It...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
5th Jul 2010, 15:03
Replies: 2,279
Views: 341,307
Posted By Pohutu

Interesting posts, JayPee28bpr. It is...

Interesting posts, JayPee28bpr.

It is possible that Unite's lack of action on pursuing the staff travel issue through Europe is a strategic decision on their part. The issue of removing perks...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
3rd Jul 2010, 07:32
Replies: 46
Views: 6,381
Posted By Pohutu

It's all about expectations, and Michael O'Leary...

It's all about expectations, and Michael O'Leary is clearly looking to change expectations. People are currently horrifed at the idea of standing on an hour-long flight. But there are an awful lot of...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
26th Jun 2010, 05:51
Replies: 2,279
Views: 341,307
Posted By Pohutu

I think that BA had to put the union membership...

I think that BA had to put the union membership date as 25 June. They are prohibited from offering a benefit to employees to induce them to leave a union. Making an offer that is capable of direct...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
23rd Jun 2010, 22:01
Replies: 2,279
Views: 341,307
Posted By Pohutu

The Direct.gov site that Desk Jockey quotes goes...

The Direct.gov site that Desk Jockey quotes goes on to say

Other unfavourable treatment for a trade union membership reason

Treating you unfavourably includes, for example, refusing you...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
23rd Jun 2010, 08:51
Replies: 7
Views: 3,174
Posted By Pohutu

Transit at LAX

I'm hoping that the collective wisdom of PPRuNe can help save my sanity.

Despite having vowed never to do so again, I recently transited at LAX en route from NZ to the UK.

On arrival at LAX,...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
14th Jun 2010, 04:30
Replies: 51
Views: 12,740
Posted By Pohutu

I agree with you Wowzz! On my LoCo flights, I...

I agree with you Wowzz! On my LoCo flights, I tend to

Take a bag that fits under the seat in front of me, thus avoiding any problems with overhead bins.
Travel alone if possible, thus avoiding...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
4th Jun 2010, 19:06
Replies: 42
Views: 6,022
Posted By Pohutu

There's no valet parking option then? :)

There's no valet parking option then? :)
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
3rd Jun 2010, 12:56
Replies: 13
Views: 4,710
Posted By Pohutu

They make money from me, because if the flights...

They make money from me, because if the flights are very cheap then I'll often book more than one flight to give myself a semi-flexible fare. Of course I don't claim a refund of the taxes that I've...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
3rd Jun 2010, 12:32
Replies: 2,265
Views: 354,827
Posted By Pohutu

No. If you strike during the 12 week period, that...

No. If you strike during the 12 week period, that action (well, more inaction I suppose) is protected. It is only if you strike after the end of the 12 weeks that you will no longer have protection....
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
31st May 2010, 07:40
Replies: 2,265
Views: 354,827
Posted By Pohutu

Whilst the points made in the Times article are...

Whilst the points made in the Times article are interesting, it's worth bearing in mind that the article is not wholly free of bias. The three firms of solicitors quoted in the article have...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
28th May 2010, 22:10
Replies: 116
Views: 22,894
Posted By Pohutu

Jipperty I expect you will get a number of...

Jipperty

I expect you will get a number of answers to this question, but I'll just give you one example. In my career, I've investigated two accidents on trains, both of them involved passengers...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
26th May 2010, 05:09
Replies: 116
Views: 22,894
Posted By Pohutu

Despite the tone of the OP, I think it has...

Despite the tone of the OP, I think it has usefully raised the question of how best to get safety information to passengers. I try hard to listen to the safety briefing, but the modern airport...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
22nd May 2010, 01:15
Replies: 3
Views: 1,134
Posted By Pohutu

Airline food

I've seen comments on this forum from time to time about the quality of airline food, and it got me thinking. How much difference is there between the food on different airlines, given that they all...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
21st May 2010, 13:32
Replies: 2,265
Views: 354,827
Posted By Pohutu

Hotel Mode Yes, the company can refuse to...

Hotel Mode

Yes, the company can refuse to comply with a reinstatement order, but there are two consequences. Firstly, an additional amount of compensation (not strictly a fine) can be awarded...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
21st May 2010, 12:30
Replies: 2,265
Views: 354,827
Posted By Pohutu

Some posters on here have suggested that BA...

Some posters on here have suggested that BA should simply sack the strikers and pay compensation for unfair dismissal. It's worth bearing in mind, though, that the Employment Tribunal has the power...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
21st May 2010, 01:08
Replies: 27
Views: 3,808
Posted By Pohutu

*Pedant Alert* From thefreedictionary.com: ...

*Pedant Alert*

From thefreedictionary.com:

ped·i·gree
a. A line of ancestors; a lineage. (my bold)
b. A list of ancestors; a family tree.

And (with thanks to PAXboy, from whom I have...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
15th May 2010, 23:00
Replies: 97
Views: 18,146
Posted By Pohutu

Like many others, I find the term SLF amusing. ...

Like many others, I find the term SLF amusing. I'm more bothered by the fact that most SLF aren't very good at it - nicely demonstrated in the 'Overhead baggage anyone?' thread in the CC forum.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
14th May 2010, 20:24
Replies: 2,265
Views: 354,827
Posted By Pohutu

BA have clearly been planning their actions...

BA have clearly been planning their actions carefully throughout this dispute, but I don't think this latest move to apply for an injunction will have been part of their long-term game plan. The clue...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
10th May 2010, 03:17
Replies: 17
Views: 3,232
Posted By Pohutu

CaptOveur I've been travelling this...

CaptOveur


I've been travelling this route for many years, and this situation happens frequently with Air NZ's pricing. I've always assumed it's because people in the UK are more likely to look...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
10th May 2010, 02:41
Replies: 92
Views: 15,668
Posted By Pohutu

Montreal Convention

RJ100



This is a good question, but I believe that the answer is no. My understanding is that the wording you've quoted prevents passengers from claiming compensation under the Montreal...
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