Originally Posted by
firstlight
Greeted warmly on our return from DOH this morning by the CSM before takeoff. Theoretical seating seemed to work as well keeping the seat next to me in CW clear. A very keen Gatwick crew but some obviously newer members of the team helping out in CW. Offered first choice of meals etc. and addressed by name through the flight. I saw the CSM heading off into WT+ armed with a couple of glasses of champagne and nuts on a tray to look after some (presumably gold) frequent flyers.
Haha - she came to me and the chap behind - who had already gone to sleep. I unfortunately politely turned it down due to driving on arrival. Earlier they had come along the aisle handing out OJ or water, also by name.
But yes, a good crew, as on the way out.