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Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
23rd Jul 2019, 07:32
Replies: 2
Views: 2,580
Posted By spiney

If you're using the device for travel why would...

If you're using the device for travel why would you buy something locked to your local provider? You may as well use your smartphone as a WiFi and incur any roaming charges T-Mobile want to screw you...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
16th Jun 2019, 04:16
Replies: 11
Views: 5,894
Posted By spiney

You could have a gallon of battery acid in your...

You could have a gallon of battery acid in your carry on and you wouldn't be stopped in DXB transit security. I don't bother taking out my laptop etc, or my bottled water - never stopped.
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
10th Dec 2017, 09:12
Replies: 19
Views: 6,030
Posted By spiney

Yes, if the flight is full... and it frequently...

Yes, if the flight is full... and it frequently is out of LGW, Emirates will get picky about your carry on weight. You may get away with a kilo extra, 3kg over and they'll usually ask you to check...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
4th Aug 2017, 05:48
Replies: 18
Views: 2,391
Posted By spiney

For me it's a combination of which airport to...

For me it's a combination of which airport to avoid - LHR or DXB and whether or not you like 10hr + flights... nothing to do with the aircraft. Most people would struggle to tell the difference...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
11th Jan 2017, 11:13
Replies: 12
Views: 2,305
Posted By spiney

Early noughties, LIAT, clapped out Dash 8 with...

Early noughties, LIAT, clapped out Dash 8 with barely functioning air conditioning.... island hopping, Trinidad to Barbados via Tobago and Grenada... 30 minute flights, with 20 mins on the ground in...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
2nd Jan 2017, 02:31
Replies: 10
Views: 1,431
Posted By spiney

#7 - pity they didn't include the Stuka... could...

#7 - pity they didn't include the Stuka... could have been used to bomb the place nice and flat, which would have been a pretty good start. ... Sorry that's not fair, a few years ago they were...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
31st Dec 2016, 10:22
Replies: 10
Views: 1,431
Posted By spiney

Agree with jerryh99 - immigration is a mess. I've...

Agree with jerryh99 - immigration is a mess. I've also waited over an hour on bags in DMK - which is about the same as the flight time from Chiang Mai...

Another big assumption is that your...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
31st Dec 2016, 10:10
Replies: 29
Views: 6,016
Posted By spiney

Over the years I've missed connections in DXB on...

Over the years I've missed connections in DXB on 2 occasions due to late arrivals. On both occasions Emirates couldn't get the passengers to hotels quick enough - reasonable hotels, 10 mins from the...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
18th Nov 2016, 06:06
Replies: 11
Views: 3,943
Posted By spiney

I've travelled the A380 on a few dozen flights...

I've travelled the A380 on a few dozen flights now; Emirates, Etihad, Qantas and Malaysian. Yes heavy bangs on landing seem more common than on other types. I tend to favour sitting towards the rear...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
12th May 2016, 10:08
Replies: 23
Views: 7,762
Posted By spiney

EK 007 DXB-LHR last week. Emirates had to offload...

EK 007 DXB-LHR last week. Emirates had to offload a passenger with some some medical condition - we were still at the gate, just before pushing back. It was a pretty full A380 and the Captain...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
23rd Jan 2016, 09:11
Replies: 6
Views: 3,000
Posted By spiney

Unhappy I think you're right to be concerned. A few years...

I think you're right to be concerned. A few years ago Mrs norrie had a problem with 2 Star Alliance airlines (British Midland and Thai) purchased on separate tickets, refusing to check bags through...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
12th Dec 2015, 05:53
Replies: 13
Views: 3,284
Posted By spiney

#8 - Haven't been bussed OUT to a remote stand in...

#8 - Haven't been bussed OUT to a remote stand in DXB in many years - you should be fine on that count.

I think the buggy thing is the way to go - zip through transit security like a good 'un......
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
11th Dec 2015, 17:14
Replies: 13
Views: 3,284
Posted By spiney

In Dubai I haven't bussed to and from remote...

In Dubai I haven't bussed to and from remote stands in a few years and then only on 777's - it was irritatingly common for a couple of years... A 20 minute ride jammed in a mobile refrigerator... If...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
11th Dec 2015, 13:53
Replies: 13
Views: 3,284
Posted By spiney

I transit through Dubai several times a year from...

I transit through Dubai several times a year from London to SE Asia and back. Most of my connections are 2 - 2.5 hrs. I can't remember the last time I did 1.5hrs, but I think I have, but it was a...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
10th Dec 2015, 08:40
Replies: 12
Views: 4,087
Posted By spiney

I thought Malaysian were selling their A-380's?...

I thought Malaysian were selling their A-380's? (One careful owner, never raced or rallyed...)

For me about the only thing better compared to a 777 is they ARE a tad quieter. In Emirates the space...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
7th Dec 2015, 08:35
Replies: 12
Views: 4,087
Posted By spiney

Last time I flew Malaysian to LHR at the...

Last time I flew Malaysian to LHR at the beginning of the year, the A380 was only about a third full in economy. (Crew indicated this wasn't unusual). Flipped up the arm rests and stretched out with...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
30th May 2015, 12:46
Replies: 6
Views: 1,959
Posted By spiney

I've not seen seatback chargers on any Monarch...

I've not seen seatback chargers on any Monarch flight I've been on and the IFE has always been on dropdown screens. Doesn't mean it's working of course - or anything on it actually worth watching... ...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
13th Apr 2015, 10:33
Replies: 34
Views: 7,820
Posted By spiney

I'd ban them from the cabin as well... I...

I'd ban them from the cabin as well... I frequently fly long-haul with Middle East carriers; Emirates, Eithad, Qatar etc. Seeing passengers effectively travelling as if they took the wrong turn on...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
14th Dec 2014, 09:55
Replies: 5
Views: 3,536
Posted By spiney

Same service, same seats, same food, same...

Same service, same seats, same food, same movies... 8 hours longer - no brainer - go for the 777. I've flown Emirates A380 many times over the last flew years both Business and Economy and they're...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
19th Nov 2013, 08:50
Replies: 31
Views: 6,091
Posted By spiney

What I find astonishing is how these ultra dense...

What I find astonishing is how these ultra dense seating configrations can meet the emergency evacuation criteria set by the certifying authorities... Doubtless it would require some heroic service...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
13th Nov 2013, 12:20
Replies: 8
Views: 3,092
Posted By spiney

First, Business or Economy I don't sleep very...

First, Business or Economy I don't sleep very well on planes - never have done. I'm a 'compact' chap and don't need any of that space to 'spread your body into'... Might get an hour or two of...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
7th Nov 2013, 09:44
Replies: 8
Views: 3,092
Posted By spiney

Seems a bit steep. Last year Emirates were...

Seems a bit steep. Last year Emirates were offering upgrades LGW-DXB for a little over £300... my mate opted for it. I didn't - and I got upgraded at the gate for free (I was Emirates Silver at the...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
3rd Sep 2010, 21:46
Replies: 41
Views: 8,346
Posted By spiney

Thumbs down Jeez... get a life guys..

Jeez... get a life guys..
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
23rd Mar 2010, 19:17
Replies: 34
Views: 5,407
Posted By spiney

I used to like cargo pants and travel vests but...

I used to like cargo pants and travel vests but with all the Security malarky today I really can't be bothered...

Electricals, bits, bobs, and books all go in the Carry On - I use a Lowe Alpine...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
25th Jan 2010, 21:53
Replies: 11
Views: 1,580
Posted By spiney

So what's the point of the thread? - a Great...

So what's the point of the thread? - a Great Circle route on long haul would presumably be selected as an optimum but may vary considerably dependent on established air corrirors, weather factors,...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
25th Jan 2010, 21:37
Replies: 13
Views: 2,599
Posted By spiney

This system has been in place in the US for many...

This system has been in place in the US for many years on some airlines... If you are a 'larger' customer, you can choose to buy a second seat at a reduced price (60-75%) and if the flight isn't full...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
25th Jan 2010, 21:24
Replies: 17
Views: 3,090
Posted By spiney

1. Taxi - £80-£100-£120... depending on the...

1. Taxi - £80-£100-£120... depending on the species of Shark... 30-40 mins.
2. National Express - £19, 3 times an hour, stop in T5 for 10 mins, 45 mins nominal, 1 hour tops, nice people , safe...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
25th Jan 2010, 21:01
Replies: 5
Views: 1,478
Posted By spiney

LGW - Smooth, professional, polite and...

LGW - Smooth, professional, polite and efficient... 10-15 mins normally.... can't believe more than 20-25mins tops. They have a difficult thing to do and as passengers we have to listen to what they...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
25th Nov 2009, 18:47
Replies: 34
Views: 4,628
Posted By spiney

Been ages since I've posted on SLF and I've only...

Been ages since I've posted on SLF and I've only now remembered why... puerile drivel... It's metal, shiney and pointy - if in doubt check it in or leave it behind - how hard is this concept?
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
2nd Jun 2009, 19:10
Replies: 8
Views: 7,212
Posted By spiney

Depends where you sit really - for sure towards...

Depends where you sit really - for sure towards the rear of the A/C is going to be a bit noisier, but that's were the empty seats are going to be on a less than full flight. (I usually choose rear...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
27th Oct 2008, 19:22
Replies: 32
Views: 3,308
Posted By spiney

Be nice to your kids - they get to pick out yer...

Be nice to your kids - they get to pick out yer Old Peoples Home... ;)
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
2nd Sep 2008, 17:26
Replies: 11
Views: 1,407
Posted By spiney

I've had situations of different aerosols in...

I've had situations of different aerosols in check-in baggage being treated differently. Had a couple of aerosol cans in a checked-in bag. Maybe they had some kind of sniffer deal but I was stopped...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
31st Aug 2008, 19:07
Replies: 15
Views: 1,470
Posted By spiney

Ditto. SQ - no doubt. Last couple of times...

Ditto. SQ - no doubt.

Last couple of times I've flown Garuda out of Singapore to Jakarta and Bangkok... on the former they were nearly 1 1/2 hours late and on the latter, although Garuda were on...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
31st Aug 2008, 18:45
Replies: 3
Views: 523
Posted By spiney

It's been a few years since I've travelled this...

It's been a few years since I've travelled this route but the connection was tight. There's effectively no transit system in MIA or at least there didn't used to be, so the drill was; Go through...
Forum: Passengers & SLF (Self Loading Freight)
5th Jul 2008, 18:06
Replies: 5
Views: 1,762
Posted By spiney

In certain Airports eg MIA, probably others also,...

In certain Airports eg MIA, probably others also, it used to be possible to Transit if you were arriving and leaving on the same airline. AA used to have such a system, but it was very cumbersome and...
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