Emirates A380 at GLA Confirmed (One-Off)
Feb 13, 2014, 12:10 pm
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OK lets put this to bed. Any airport that can handle a Boeing 747 can handle an A380 end of. Wikipedia it.
The only problem is air bridges but from what I have read on here EK have used buses on remote stands for A380 before at various airports so what's the problem? It might not be the best but can be done.
The only problem is air bridges but from what I have read on here EK have used buses on remote stands for A380 before at various airports so what's the problem? It might not be the best but can be done.
I seem, tho', to recall some discussion of taxiway strengthening. I assume that this might have been an issue only for some airports.
Feb 13, 2014, 2:00 pm
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Good news for those who travel in and out of Glasgow. Emirates will be doing a one-off to commemorate 10 years at Glasgow.
Full story here.
(wasn't aware that the runways were capable of the A380 - heres hoping that the A380 wont be too far off for regular flights).
Full story here.
(wasn't aware that the runways were capable of the A380 - heres hoping that the A380 wont be too far off for regular flights).
With a bit of luck might be sowing barley at Inchinnan so will get to see the bird in the flesh.
Feb 14, 2014, 12:19 am
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I last passed through in early December and work had not started, although the location was seemingly agreed. The EK staff hoped that the Commonwealth games would provide a target to have it up and running.
I've heard similar from a chauffeur before, but I've also heard elsewhere the next NA via UK flight will be through MAN. EK may well be discussing various options.
Just some gossip I got from my Cheufeur the other week. EK are putting a third daily into GLA in 2015 to arrive early morning and get this one they are planning on going Glasgow to North America but facing opposition from BA (fair enough) but also AA who don't even fly to GLA. discuss.
Feb 14, 2014, 12:38 am
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I last passed through in early December and work had not started, although the location was seemingly agreed. The EK staff hoped that the Commonwealth games would provide a target to have it up and running.
I've heard similar from a chauffeur before, but I've also heard elsewhere the next NA via UK flight will be through MAN. EK may well be discussing various options.
I've heard similar from a chauffeur before, but I've also heard elsewhere the next NA via UK flight will be through MAN. EK may well be discussing various options.
Yes, I'd have thought MAN would make more sense, LGW even more so.
Feb 14, 2014, 1:27 am
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I last passed through in early December and work had not started, although the location was seemingly agreed. The EK staff hoped that the Commonwealth games would provide a target to have it up and running.
I've heard similar from a chauffeur before, but I've also heard elsewhere the next NA via UK flight will be through MAN. EK may well be discussing various options.
I've heard similar from a chauffeur before, but I've also heard elsewhere the next NA via UK flight will be through MAN. EK may well be discussing various options.
Yes, I'd have thought MAN would make more sense, LGW even more so.
Maybe they had a look at it and thought well we have the kangaroo route sewn up but hey there are a bucket load of Scottish expats in North America who have crap options, lets have a look at that.
Also there is the referendum on Scottish independence with the SNP very anti APD half it immediately then abolish it.
But at the end of the day its gossip and no need to start waving dicks about MAN LGW etc as we have all heard it before.
Feb 14, 2014, 1:51 am
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All seems to be sourced from limo drivers - who probably got it from gossiping passengers.
The HAM-JFK attempt failed. I wonder how the MXP-JFK flights are doing? You can get J returns for EUR1700, so I wonder if they're struggling?
Feb 14, 2014, 3:07 am
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Feb 14, 2014, 9:36 am
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Feb 14, 2014, 10:30 am
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Feb 14, 2014, 10:20 pm
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OK lets put this to bed. Any airport that can handle a Boeing 747 can handle an A380 end of. Wikipedia it.
The only problem is air bridges but from what I have read on here EK have used buses on remote stands for A380 before at various airports so what's the problem? It might not be the best but can be done.
The only problem is air bridges but from what I have read on here EK have used buses on remote stands for A380 before at various airports so what's the problem? It might not be the best but can be done.
Mar 16, 2014, 10:54 am
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What a great way to celebrate 10 years of service at Glasgow from EK.
For me it was a not to be missed once in a lifetime opportunity so I dug deep into the savings and booked F for a wee trip to HKG (for Macau).
While out in Asia I figured a little side trip was on the cards and found a nice O class Biz fare to LAX so I booked that as well. Figured I would have no problem renewing my Gold status on this.
Only down side is at Glasgow the EK Lounge will not be ready in time for the 10th April. I think sometimes we are spoilt by the EK Lounges but I reckon all international lounges should be up to their standard. It's just a pity that the one operated by Servisair at Glasgow falls far short of the mark especially with the catering. The view is pretty good though. If you are used to USA demostic lounges then Glasgow is OK but I expect better.
For me it was a not to be missed once in a lifetime opportunity so I dug deep into the savings and booked F for a wee trip to HKG (for Macau).
While out in Asia I figured a little side trip was on the cards and found a nice O class Biz fare to LAX so I booked that as well. Figured I would have no problem renewing my Gold status on this.
Only down side is at Glasgow the EK Lounge will not be ready in time for the 10th April. I think sometimes we are spoilt by the EK Lounges but I reckon all international lounges should be up to their standard. It's just a pity that the one operated by Servisair at Glasgow falls far short of the mark especially with the catering. The view is pretty good though. If you are used to USA demostic lounges then Glasgow is OK but I expect better.
Apr 2, 2014, 8:18 am
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What a great way to celebrate 10 years of service at Glasgow from EK.
For me it was a not to be missed once in a lifetime opportunity so I dug deep into the savings and booked F for a wee trip to HKG (for Macau).
While out in Asia I figured a little side trip was on the cards and found a nice O class Biz fare to LAX so I booked that as well. Figured I would have no problem renewing my Gold status on this.
Only down side is at Glasgow the EK Lounge will not be ready in time for the 10th April. I think sometimes we are spoilt by the EK Lounges but I reckon all international lounges should be up to their standard. It's just a pity that the one operated by Servisair at Glasgow falls far short of the mark especially with the catering. The view is pretty good though. If you are used to USA demostic lounges then Glasgow is OK but I expect better.
For me it was a not to be missed once in a lifetime opportunity so I dug deep into the savings and booked F for a wee trip to HKG (for Macau).
While out in Asia I figured a little side trip was on the cards and found a nice O class Biz fare to LAX so I booked that as well. Figured I would have no problem renewing my Gold status on this.
Only down side is at Glasgow the EK Lounge will not be ready in time for the 10th April. I think sometimes we are spoilt by the EK Lounges but I reckon all international lounges should be up to their standard. It's just a pity that the one operated by Servisair at Glasgow falls far short of the mark especially with the catering. The view is pretty good though. If you are used to USA demostic lounges then Glasgow is OK but I expect better.
Apr 2, 2014, 10:19 am
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What a great way to celebrate 10 years of service at Glasgow from EK.
For me it was a not to be missed once in a lifetime opportunity so I dug deep into the savings and booked F for a wee trip to HKG (for Macau).
While out in Asia I figured a little side trip was on the cards and found a nice O class Biz fare to LAX so I booked that as well. Figured I would have no problem renewing my Gold status on this.
Only down side is at Glasgow the EK Lounge will not be ready in time for the 10th April. I think sometimes we are spoilt by the EK Lounges but I reckon all international lounges should be up to their standard. It's just a pity that the one operated by Servisair at Glasgow falls far short of the mark especially with the catering. The view is pretty good though. If you are used to USA demostic lounges then Glasgow is OK but I expect better.
For me it was a not to be missed once in a lifetime opportunity so I dug deep into the savings and booked F for a wee trip to HKG (for Macau).
While out in Asia I figured a little side trip was on the cards and found a nice O class Biz fare to LAX so I booked that as well. Figured I would have no problem renewing my Gold status on this.
Only down side is at Glasgow the EK Lounge will not be ready in time for the 10th April. I think sometimes we are spoilt by the EK Lounges but I reckon all international lounges should be up to their standard. It's just a pity that the one operated by Servisair at Glasgow falls far short of the mark especially with the catering. The view is pretty good though. If you are used to USA demostic lounges then Glasgow is OK but I expect better.
FWIW, having travelled a couple of times on the A380 (DXB-MEL-DXB) we found J class on it to be cattle class business (too many pax and a claustrophobic seat like a F1 driver and a bar at the back no interest to a non-drinker). Give me 777-300ER by choice but agreed a good way to celebrate the 10th anniversary. The other thing with the route we do is that it's an awful long time non-stop in the A380; a re-fuelling at SIN or KUL breaks our journey nicely into roughly 3 x 7 hr flights.
Apr 2, 2014, 12:12 pm
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Is an EK lounge at GLA definite? If so, when approximately? Agreed about the GLA lounge. It stood out as the proverbial dog's ****s when we did our recent trip and visited the GLA lounge to start then followed that with DXB, KUL, MEL, SIN and DXB! Mind you the DXB lounge (nr B24) was a bit disappointing and felt like an aircraft hangar.
FWIW, having travelled a couple of times on the A380 (DXB-MEL-DXB) we found J class on it to be cattle class business (too many pax and a claustrophobic seat like a F1 driver and a bar at the back no interest to a non-drinker). Give me 777-300ER by choice but agreed a good way to celebrate the 10th anniversary. The other thing with the route we do is that it's an awful long time non-stop in the A380; a re-fuelling at SIN or KUL breaks our journey nicely into roughly 3 x 7 hr flights.
FWIW, having travelled a couple of times on the A380 (DXB-MEL-DXB) we found J class on it to be cattle class business (too many pax and a claustrophobic seat like a F1 driver and a bar at the back no interest to a non-drinker). Give me 777-300ER by choice but agreed a good way to celebrate the 10th anniversary. The other thing with the route we do is that it's an awful long time non-stop in the A380; a re-fuelling at SIN or KUL breaks our journey nicely into roughly 3 x 7 hr flights.
Good thing about breaking up the journey to MEL from DXB is more lounges.
