LHR-LAX in Y.
May 23, 2019, 11:16 am
#16
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AIUI, I think with the introduction of PE on the AA flights which IIRC is mainly 777-300's, that MCE is no longer there.
I've done a few trips to LAX in Y the last one at the end of February there and the A380 (BA 268) is a good choice but my preference is the first flight out (BA 283 on the 747) as I then have a whole day to enjoy Marina Del Ray where is a favourite place of mine.
I'm sure I read that LAX is being plied with an A380 and 2 x 747 rotations come winter time somewhere, possibly routesonline.com
Not that it applies to the OP who is flying in September.
I've done a few trips to LAX in Y the last one at the end of February there and the A380 (BA 268) is a good choice but my preference is the first flight out (BA 283 on the 747) as I then have a whole day to enjoy Marina Del Ray where is a favourite place of mine.
I'm sure I read that LAX is being plied with an A380 and 2 x 747 rotations come winter time somewhere, possibly routesonline.com
Not that it applies to the OP who is flying in September.
@PETER01 if you like Marina Del Ray then you should also try places such as Manhattan Beach which is a favourite of mine
May 23, 2019, 11:24 am
#17
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Thanks Geordie405. I wasn't 100% sure but thanks for that info. Even for the CX FLounge at T3 I'd personally rather stay in T5 and fly BA than do the transfer over to T3.
MDR I have been to many, many times but a change next time may be good
Thing is, the Killer Shrimp restaurant and the Cheesecake Factory are right next to where I usually stay at the HGI there.
MDR I have been to many, many times but a change next time may be good
Thing is, the Killer Shrimp restaurant and the Cheesecake Factory are right next to where I usually stay at the HGI there.
May 23, 2019, 11:32 am
#18
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I agree about the transfer. It's probably the worst aspect of flying AA out of LHR if you're connecting to / from BA. In terms of Manhattan Beach you should definitely try Fishing With Dynamite (I am not a seafood fan and haven't been but know people who have and say it's excellent) or else M.B. Post which is pretty much right next door and is really amazing! Great food and wine
May 23, 2019, 11:54 am
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Thanks for all the brilliant information everyone. Shame about 789.... Qatar did the same out of Dublin and squeezed us all on a bit too tightly, so I went back to EK.
I do like the 388 so I'll take some advice and hop on that to LAX. The refurbished 744 is just fine too, it was the old 744 on the MIA route that really put me off the aircraft. It appears that the 388 is off the MIA route for the foreseeable future, so reluctantly I'll use VS....or perhaps AA? ...I did a few flights in the Caribbean with American Airlines recently and I have to say the customer service I received was sensational, (737 Max problems), comfortable flights too....and well behaved, quiet and polite other pax!! It really made a difference. I've not flown transatlantic with AA though, so I do wonder what the offering is like in Y?
Has anyone tried Norwegian in Y? I used them to LAS last year in W and it was good, I've never tried them in Y though and there's always that fear that they'll still be here....
I do like the 388 so I'll take some advice and hop on that to LAX. The refurbished 744 is just fine too, it was the old 744 on the MIA route that really put me off the aircraft. It appears that the 388 is off the MIA route for the foreseeable future, so reluctantly I'll use VS....or perhaps AA? ...I did a few flights in the Caribbean with American Airlines recently and I have to say the customer service I received was sensational, (737 Max problems), comfortable flights too....and well behaved, quiet and polite other pax!! It really made a difference. I've not flown transatlantic with AA though, so I do wonder what the offering is like in Y?
Has anyone tried Norwegian in Y? I used them to LAS last year in W and it was good, I've never tried them in Y though and there's always that fear that they'll still be here....
Personally, I wouldn't as they are burning through cash at an alarming rate. Also, given the knowledge of their financial situation, you may find your travel insurance won't cover you.
May 23, 2019, 11:59 am
#20
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I flew BA Y last October to LAX on the A380 (one-way, last minute bargain basement ticket).
I thought it was quite ok, and it was over all too quick for me (I'm used to flying between UK and Oz). I did go quite hungry at the end of the flight, if I remember rightly, it was some pizza/calzone type offering which I managed a bite but couldn't stomach the rest of it.
As I selected the last row of an A380, immigration was a nightmare and it looked like we joined another plane load from Asia at the same time - it took me over two hours before I could go and collect my luggage.
I thought it was quite ok, and it was over all too quick for me (I'm used to flying between UK and Oz). I did go quite hungry at the end of the flight, if I remember rightly, it was some pizza/calzone type offering which I managed a bite but couldn't stomach the rest of it.
As I selected the last row of an A380, immigration was a nightmare and it looked like we joined another plane load from Asia at the same time - it took me over two hours before I could go and collect my luggage.
May 23, 2019, 12:07 pm
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I flew BA Y last October to LAX on the A380 (one-way, last minute bargain basement ticket).
I thought it was quite ok, and it was over all too quick for me (I'm used to flying between UK and Oz). I did go quite hungry at the end of the flight, if I remember rightly, it was some pizza/calzone type offering which I managed a bite but couldn't stomach the rest of it.
As I selected the last row of an A380, immigration was a nightmare and it looked like we joined another plane load from Asia at the same time - it took me over two hours before I could go and collect my luggage.
I thought it was quite ok, and it was over all too quick for me (I'm used to flying between UK and Oz). I did go quite hungry at the end of the flight, if I remember rightly, it was some pizza/calzone type offering which I managed a bite but couldn't stomach the rest of it.
As I selected the last row of an A380, immigration was a nightmare and it looked like we joined another plane load from Asia at the same time - it took me over two hours before I could go and collect my luggage.
Question; did you get a mid flight snack?
May 23, 2019, 12:09 pm
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This is true, NZ's one advantage is seat pitch is 33" as standard, whereas it is 31" on all others. You can buy exit row on NZ if available at the front which is 2 seats and it's quiet and pleasant (first choice of meals and drinks, which with NZ wines are quite decent) and the toilets and galley for economy are to the rear. BA A380 is better width wise, but NZ wins on legroom (but the aisles are tight). NZ allows you to bid for upgrades to premium economy with money too.
May 23, 2019, 12:14 pm
#23
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May 23, 2019, 1:41 pm
#24
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Hope someone can answer this one. I am booked on AA LHR-DFW in Y on a basic economy ticket but just need clarify one thing : As a BA Silver (OW Sapphire) can I select a main cabin extra seat for free ?
May 23, 2019, 1:56 pm
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https://www.aa.com/i18n/travel-info/...abin-extra.jsp
Other restrictions
Basic Economy fare tickets aren't eligible for complimentary/discounted access to Main Cabin Extra seats.
May 23, 2019, 2:03 pm
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Elite member access to Main Cabin Extra - Basic Economy fare tickets aren't eligible for complimentary/discounted access to Main Cabin Extra seats
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May 23, 2019, 2:41 pm
#28
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BA has no plans that I'm aware of to refurb the 747s. They only have arounf 4 - 5 years left in the fleet
As to flying in Y. TBH it's not going to be the most pleasurable of experiences whatever airline you fly though if I had to name a preference I'd go with VS
I'd base my decision on price and schedule rather than by airline.
As to flying in Y. TBH it's not going to be the most pleasurable of experiences whatever airline you fly though if I had to name a preference I'd go with VS
I'd base my decision on price and schedule rather than by airline.
May 23, 2019, 3:08 pm
#29
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I've done 7 hour flights on the A380 in Y and they are fine. I assume the A380 is still on the LAX route? I've been on the A380 to LAX a few times, granted in W and not Y but I'm sure you'll survive. I prefer the A380 to the 772 in Y, and never again on the 787... my shoulders.
May 24, 2019, 1:48 am
#30
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I have to go to LA in Y, come September. No W either. I don't mind this! I was recently upstairs in Y on a 388 from MIA and I slept the whole way However, on the way back I was on a 744... a more dreadful aircraft I have yet to experience, in y at least. The IFE was particularly poor. I decided not to use that aircraft again if I can help it.
However, on the way back I was on a 744... a more dreadful aircraft I have yet to experience, in y at least. The IFE was particularly poor. I decided not to use that aircraft again if I can help it.So my questions are: What aircraft, come fall, do British Airways usually use on The LAX route? Does anybody know if British Airways intend to upgrade the 744 on the MIA route? and can anybody recommend an airline other than British Airways in y on these two routes?
Thanks!
Thanks!