LHR T3 'Premier security'
Feb 20, 2018, 7:34 am
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LHR T3 'Premier security'
Found out that Heathrow are running a 'Premier security' trial in T3. Does anyone know any more about it? It sounds like it's a queue jump to the front of the line but do they use the regular security channels or fast track?
I tried a dummy booking and was quoted £12.50 so I don't think it's going to disrupt passengers too much, at least it's not £3 or so that many regional airports charge.
As many BA flights depart from T3 I hope that this hasn't impacted the current fast track provision in the terminal.
https://www.heathrow.com/airport-gui...curity-upgrade
I discovered the above link via the LHR app where it was promoted as a 'security upgrade' I had hoped they were announcing an improvement to the facilities for all but turned out not to be.
I tried a dummy booking and was quoted £12.50 so I don't think it's going to disrupt passengers too much, at least it's not £3 or so that many regional airports charge.
As many BA flights depart from T3 I hope that this hasn't impacted the current fast track provision in the terminal.
https://www.heathrow.com/airport-gui...curity-upgrade
I discovered the above link via the LHR app where it was promoted as a 'security upgrade' I had hoped they were announcing an improvement to the facilities for all but turned out not to be.
Feb 20, 2018, 7:43 am
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It looks like a very expensive way of jumping to the head of the queue, "A dedicated route to the front of the security line, allowing passengers to minimise any pre-security waiting times."
Anyway, I just looked for tomorrow at 16:00 and got the message, "!Error: ~02We are sorry but we have no products available for your selected date and time" so I'll happily save my £12.50
Anyway, I just looked for tomorrow at 16:00 and got the message, "!Error: ~02We are sorry but we have no products available for your selected date and time" so I'll happily save my £12.50
Feb 20, 2018, 7:44 am
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- On arrival at Heathrow Terminal 3, after check-in, proceed to the main security area where you will see the Premier Security sign.
- Present your confirmation email and boarding card to the desk, where you will be prioritised through Security.
Feb 20, 2018, 8:07 am
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Well the blurb in the link says 'main security area' which, to me, means the normal queue rather than the fast track queue
I can see the airlines that pay for fast track security not being very happy - and nor will their passengers be - if other people are going to the head of the fast track queue.
I can see the airlines that pay for fast track security not being very happy - and nor will their passengers be - if other people are going to the head of the fast track queue.
Feb 20, 2018, 8:57 am
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although that's effectively what already happens with BA (and others) at Gatwick...anyone can pay for "premium" security, so there are times (Saturdays in summer, for example) where the "fast track" that BA have paid for premium or status passengers is not actually that fast as it's clogged up with randoms who have paid a few quid to skip the queue
most of the time it's fine at LGW security is generally quick across the board and "premium" is normally deserted; but you do sometimes get caught out and no amount of BA status will help you then!
most of the time it's fine at LGW security is generally quick across the board and "premium" is normally deserted; but you do sometimes get caught out and no amount of BA status will help you then!
Feb 20, 2018, 12:44 pm
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