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  Hrolf The Ganger  19 Apr 18 9.26am |
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Imagine being on this plane. Luckily they had exactly the right pilot. I hate flying.
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| Midlands Eagle 19 Apr 18 9.49am |
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Originally posted by Hrolf The Ganger
I hate flying. Does anyone enjoy it? It always amuses me when the pilot gives you a little chat and finishes by telling you to enjoy the flight as I don't know anyone that actually enjoys flying but at best it's is something that is tolerated as a necessity
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| Willo South coast - west of Brighton. 19 Apr 18 9.59am |
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Originally posted by Midlands Eagle
Does anyone enjoy it? It always amuses me when the pilot gives you a little chat and finishes by telling you to enjoy the flight as I don't know anyone that actually enjoys flying but at best it's is something that is tolerated as a necessity Without introducing an element of pomposity, I fly either 'Club Europe' or 'Business' and if you are fortunate enought to be able to do so it is in the main an enjoyable experience not only in terms of seat comfort but the culinary delights and the individual service of the cabin crew. On 'Business' long-haul one has flat beds and my word these really are very useful when flying overnight.I have flown 'Business' on the A380 airbus and the toilets at the front are large enough to install a shower, indeed I am led to believe that some airlines provide one on such aircraft. I would accept that flying long-haul in a cramped seat is not an enjoyable experience. Finally gargantuan plaudits for the flight crew of the 'Southwest' airlines aircraft who clearly performed with great professionalism during the emergency.
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| chris123 hove actually 19 Apr 18 10.33am |
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Originally posted by Willo
Without introducing an element of pomposity, I fly either 'Club Europe' or 'Business' and if you are fortunate enought to be able to do so it is in the main an enjoyable experience not only in terms of seat comfort but the culinary delights and the individual service of the cabin crew. On 'Business' long-haul one has flat beds and my word these really are very useful when flying overnight.I have flown 'Business' on the A380 airbus and the toilets at the front are large enough to install a shower, indeed I am led to believe that some airlines provide one on such aircraft. I would accept that flying long-haul in a cramped seat is not an enjoyable experience. Finally gargantuan plaudits for the flight crew of the 'Southwest' airlines aircraft who clearly performed with great professionalism during the emergency.
Can you imagine boarding a plane and turning right!!
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| Midlands Eagle 19 Apr 18 11.09am |
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Originally posted by Willo
Without introducing an element of pomposity, I fly either 'Club Europe' or 'Business' and if you are fortunate enought to be able to do so it is in the main an enjoyable experience not only in terms of seat comfort but the culinary delights and the individual service of the cabin crew. Each to their own I suppose but I have never "enjoyed" any flight even in First Class as I can think of better things to do with my time than sitting on an aeroplane which is why I suggested that most people will "tolerate" flying at best
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| Willo South coast - west of Brighton. 19 Apr 18 11.28am |
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Originally posted by Midlands Eagle
Each to their own I suppose but I have never "enjoyed" any flight even in First Class as I can think of better things to do with my time than sitting on an aeroplane which is why I suggested that most people will "tolerate" flying at best I will "Tolerate" flying in the next few days when I go abroad to watch 2 games before returning for the Leicester game !!!!
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| Stuk Top half 19 Apr 18 11.52am |
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Originally posted by Midlands Eagle
Does anyone enjoy it? I do. I don't enjoy the ball ache of spending 3 hours or so at the airport before taking off. And after landing too when going to America. That engine blade failure is the same thing that happened to the British Midland plane that crashed in the UK in 1989 killing 47 people. Even the same side engine. It didn't help that the flight crew shut down the good engine by mistake.
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Frickin Saweet  South Cronx 19 Apr 18 11.59am |
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Originally posted by Midlands Eagle
Does anyone enjoy it? It always amuses me when the pilot gives you a little chat and finishes by telling you to enjoy the flight as I don't know anyone that actually enjoys flying but at best it's is something that is tolerated as a necessity I really enjoy flying. My work/life balance is so hectic that I rarely get a chance to sit down for a few hours, have food and drink brought to me, watch back-to-back films, and enjoy a pretty spectacular view out of the window. Add to that the fact you're probably going somewhere really good, then yes I really enjoy it.
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| Badger11 Beckenham 19 Apr 18 12.31pm |
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Originally posted by Midlands Eagle
Each to their own I suppose but I have never "enjoyed" any flight even in First Class as I can think of better things to do with my time than sitting on an aeroplane which is why I suggested that most people will "tolerate" flying at best Agreed. I used to have a job where I flew short haul twice a week. The whole experience from going to the airport to landing at your destination is a pain. I only relax when my suitcase hits the hotel bed. Kodus to the pilot and crew these days planes fly themselves yet when something goes wrong that when the crew really earn their money.
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| Badger11 Beckenham 19 Apr 18 12.32pm |
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Originally posted by Badger11
Agreed. I used to have a job where I flew short haul twice a week. The whole experience from going to the airport to landing at your destination is a pain. I only relax when my suitcase hits the hotel bed. Kodus to the pilot and crew, these days planes fly themselves. When something goes wrong that is when the crew really earn their money.
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europalace  Europe 19 Apr 18 1.02pm |
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Funny how some people pay thousands of €€€ to fly in a cramped dormitory with anything from 14-60 strangers. Save the money for spending on the trip or if on business negotiate with the company to get the difference between business and economy back as cash. I did this for years and made an absolute fortune out of it. Bought cars, motorbikes and even helped on buying property over a 25 years period. Edited by europalace (19 Apr 2018 1.02pm)
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 Cucking Funt Clapham on the Back 19 Apr 18 2.00pm |
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Originally posted by Midlands Eagle
Does anyone enjoy it? It always amuses me when the pilot gives you a little chat and finishes by telling you to enjoy the flight as I don't know anyone that actually enjoys flying but at best it's is something that is tolerated as a necessity Hate it. But then again, I dislike driving and going on trains as well. However, as it's necessary to get from A to B, I tolerate it through gritted teeth, especially when B is a significant improvement on A.
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