New First - time for change to unisex amenity kits
Apr 1, 19, 7:32 am
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Originally Posted by FoxtrotOscar
Back to the original topic... I suspect a lot of products in amenity kits are wasted. Why not have an amenity trolley and let passengers select that they like? Less waste for sure.
Apr 1, 19, 7:41 am
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Originally Posted by KARFA
It would be interesting to hear from someone who this does apply to and to hear what they actually would like. So far the thread seems to only have comments claiming to be offended or not offended on behalf of the people who we are actually discussing.
It pales into insignificance compared to the abuse - physical, verbal, mental - and discrimination they face day in day out.
Apr 1, 19, 10:38 am
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Originally Posted by LCY8737
I think your post is deeply insensitive. I can't begin to imagine what life must be like for a person who doesn't fit into the usual gender boxes.
Should airlines make business decisions that make no economic sense because of them? Certainly not. Should each of us show a little understanding and compassion - I bloody well hope so.
Apr 1, 19, 10:55 am
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Originally Posted by GetSetJetSet
People need to stop being offended by EVERYTHING and expecting everyone and every corporation to walk on eggshells and cater to every need. It's gotten way out of hand. Grow up.
Apr 1, 19, 11:50 am
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Originally Posted by GetSetJetSet
People need to stop being offended by EVERYTHING and expecting everyone and every corporation to walk on eggshells and cater to every need. It's gotten way out of hand. Grow up.
Apr 1, 19, 12:42 pm
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Originally Posted by GetSetJetSet
Next time I am booked in Club or Econ, I think I will tell BA that I self-identify as a First Class passenger. Hopefully they are woke enough to cater to my special needs.
Apr 2, 19, 1:15 am
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Originally Posted by UKtravelbear
Knowing two trans people I can safely say that the contents of airline amenity kits are way. way, way down their lists of concerns in life.
It pales into insignificance compared to the abuse - physical, verbal, mental - and discrimination they face day in day out.
It pales into insignificance compared to the abuse - physical, verbal, mental - and discrimination they face day in day out.
Apr 2, 19, 1:28 am
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Apr 2, 19, 7:48 am
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Originally Posted by GetSetJetSet
People need to stop being offended by EVERYTHING and expecting everyone and every corporation to walk on eggshells and cater to every need. It's gotten way out of hand. Grow up.
Apr 2, 19, 8:27 am
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Perhaps in the future, BA could facilitate a choice under 'manage my booking' whether you would like an amenity kit and have a list of contents you could choose from, including selecting the bag. This could then be picked by robot (like the pharmacy robots in hospitals). It could set BA apart from the competition and reduce waste. For those who want to save the planet (although not the real enthusiasts - or they wouldn't be flying), they could choose an environmentally friendly bag etc.
Apr 2, 19, 9:37 am
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Originally Posted by Gary999
Perhaps in the future, BA could facilitate a choice under 'manage my booking' whether you would like an amenity kit and have a list of contents you could choose from, including selecting the bag. This could then be picked by robot (like the pharmacy robots in hospitals). It could set BA apart from the competition and reduce waste. For those who want to save the planet (although not the real enthusiasts - or they wouldn't be flying), they could choose an environmentally friendly bag etc.
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Apr 2, 19, 11:04 am
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Originally Posted by FoxtrotOscar
Back to the original topic... I suspect a lot of products in amenity kits are wasted. Why not have an amenity trolley and let passengers select that they like?
Apr 2, 19, 12:17 pm
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I disagree with the crusade against amenity kits. I always use at least 50% of what's in it and the rest is brought home, where it gets used over time. Also, I think it is a nice touch in a premium cabin to be welcomed with a personal amenity kit. All conversations reg environment impact etc. are pretty much nullified by the obvious consideration that if one is so concerned about the environment would probably fly economy, which has a more environmentally-friendly density.
As per unisex amenity kits I agree, last think airlines need is yet another lawsuit because one felt "offended" as the poor cabin crew handed them the "wrong" kit.
As per unisex amenity kits I agree, last think airlines need is yet another lawsuit because one felt "offended" as the poor cabin crew handed them the "wrong" kit.
