Nbo Ebb Kq C Class
Sep 19, 2007, 7:52 am
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: May 2006
Location: NBO, MEL
Programs: QR Platinum, TK Elite
Posts: 1,357
Nbo Ebb Kq C Class
Trip Report
KQ 412 Nairobi – Entebbe
5Y-KQH Boeing 737-700
Business Class – 2D
Sunday 16th September 2007
ETD 12:55 pm ATD 1:13 pm
ETA 2:10 pm ATA 2:04 pm
Flight time – 55 minutes
Check In
Security prior to the check in desks was smooth, although there is only one point, and with 6 flights departing, it could have taken time.
For Business Class, and Flying Dutchman Platinum and Gold Check in Desks, there were only two desks open. There were 32 passengers waiting in one line for check—in. The second line was for baggage drop off only. The wait was approximately 17 minutes (unacceptable for Business Class). The actual check in took 7 minutes, even though I had telephone checked in the night before.
Immigration took less than 3 minutes.
Kenya Airways Simba Lounge
This is an exclusive lounge for Business Class Passengers only, and is located near the arrivals immigration area. There are sofas for 14, table seating 20, and bar stools for 8. A variety of drinks were available, including beer, soft drinks, spirits and wine. Tea and coffee is also self service, however specialty coffees are served. There were sandwiches, nuts, pastries, crisps and fruit available.
The flight was called at 12:25 pm.
Boarding
Once I got to gate 4 and cleared security, I waited around 7 minutes in the holding area, before the flight was called for boarding. We had to walk across the tarmac to board the aircraft.
I found my seat, and waited for everyone to board. The front door was used to board both J and Y class passengers. Once everyone was settled, sparkling wine, orange juice, apple juice and water was offered. Then newspapers, followed by the air hostess taking the order for a light meal.
Menu
Hot Light Meal
Chicken Thigh stuffed with creamed Spinach, Potato Wedges, Sugar Snap Peas and Turned Carrots
Or
Penne Pasta Bolognaise
Or
Vegetable Curry, White Steamed Rice, Palak Paneer
Assorted Bread Rolls
Choice of Regular or herbal Tea and Coffee
Beverage List
Bar Service
Aperitifs
Campari
Port
Spirits
Scotch Whisky
Vodka
Gin
Brandy
Wines
White Wine
Chablis – Laroche Chablis
Nederburg Sauvignon Blanc – Nederburg Estate, South Africa
Boschendal – Grand Vin Blanc, South Africa
Red Wine
Medoc Cru Bourgeois – Château D’escot
Rupert and Rothschild Vignerons – Costal Region, South Africa
Nederburg Cabernet Sauvignon – Nederburg Estate, South Africa
Beers
Liqueurs
Cointreau
Benedictine
Amarula
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Orange, Apple or Tomato Juices
Assorted Soft Drinks
I asked for the chicken and Rupert and Rothschild red wine. The chicken was moist (bit fatty with the skin on), the potato wedges crisp, and vegetables fresh. I had 5 glasses of the Rupert and Rothschild red wine. The wine was superb.
After take off, a hot towel was offered, and then the meal. Service was fast. Tea and Coffee was not offered. The cabin was full (2-2 x 4 rows). Service was excellent, the meal fantastic.
We landed at 2:04 pm, and I was first in line for a Visa. This took less then 5 minutes.
I had checked in 3 banners. Two came off first, and the third one came about 6 minutes later. I was in a Serena Hotel taxi by 2:30 pm, heading for Kampala.
KQ 412 Nairobi – Entebbe
5Y-KQH Boeing 737-700
Business Class – 2D
Sunday 16th September 2007
ETD 12:55 pm ATD 1:13 pm
ETA 2:10 pm ATA 2:04 pm
Flight time – 55 minutes
Check In
Security prior to the check in desks was smooth, although there is only one point, and with 6 flights departing, it could have taken time.
For Business Class, and Flying Dutchman Platinum and Gold Check in Desks, there were only two desks open. There were 32 passengers waiting in one line for check—in. The second line was for baggage drop off only. The wait was approximately 17 minutes (unacceptable for Business Class). The actual check in took 7 minutes, even though I had telephone checked in the night before.
Immigration took less than 3 minutes.
Kenya Airways Simba Lounge
This is an exclusive lounge for Business Class Passengers only, and is located near the arrivals immigration area. There are sofas for 14, table seating 20, and bar stools for 8. A variety of drinks were available, including beer, soft drinks, spirits and wine. Tea and coffee is also self service, however specialty coffees are served. There were sandwiches, nuts, pastries, crisps and fruit available.
The flight was called at 12:25 pm.
Boarding
Once I got to gate 4 and cleared security, I waited around 7 minutes in the holding area, before the flight was called for boarding. We had to walk across the tarmac to board the aircraft.
I found my seat, and waited for everyone to board. The front door was used to board both J and Y class passengers. Once everyone was settled, sparkling wine, orange juice, apple juice and water was offered. Then newspapers, followed by the air hostess taking the order for a light meal.
Menu
Hot Light Meal
Chicken Thigh stuffed with creamed Spinach, Potato Wedges, Sugar Snap Peas and Turned Carrots
Or
Penne Pasta Bolognaise
Or
Vegetable Curry, White Steamed Rice, Palak Paneer
Assorted Bread Rolls
Choice of Regular or herbal Tea and Coffee
Beverage List
Bar Service
Aperitifs
Campari
Port
Spirits
Scotch Whisky
Vodka
Gin
Brandy
Wines
White Wine
Chablis – Laroche Chablis
Nederburg Sauvignon Blanc – Nederburg Estate, South Africa
Boschendal – Grand Vin Blanc, South Africa
Red Wine
Medoc Cru Bourgeois – Château D’escot
Rupert and Rothschild Vignerons – Costal Region, South Africa
Nederburg Cabernet Sauvignon – Nederburg Estate, South Africa
Beers
Liqueurs
Cointreau
Benedictine
Amarula
Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Orange, Apple or Tomato Juices
Assorted Soft Drinks
I asked for the chicken and Rupert and Rothschild red wine. The chicken was moist (bit fatty with the skin on), the potato wedges crisp, and vegetables fresh. I had 5 glasses of the Rupert and Rothschild red wine. The wine was superb.
After take off, a hot towel was offered, and then the meal. Service was fast. Tea and Coffee was not offered. The cabin was full (2-2 x 4 rows). Service was excellent, the meal fantastic.
We landed at 2:04 pm, and I was first in line for a Visa. This took less then 5 minutes.
I had checked in 3 banners. Two came off first, and the third one came about 6 minutes later. I was in a Serena Hotel taxi by 2:30 pm, heading for Kampala.
Sep 26, 2007, 1:06 pm
#2
Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: Bonn, Germany
Programs: TK Elite, LH FTL
Posts: 647
Very nice to read something about KQ's intra-African flights. I've also used them several times between EBB and NBO, and agree that they offer a decent product for such a short sector. However, I share your observations regarding the elite check-in line in NBO, the wait is very often unacceptably long. They should really open more counters here.