Seat 1A: "Urgent" Assistance Sought
Mar 27, 23, 5:46 am
#1
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Seat 1A: "Urgent" Assistance Sought
The Man in the exit row finds himself occupying 1A on this afternoon’s run back to Hounslow. It’s a far cry from my normal spot behind the curtain with only a small bottle of water and a bar of sugar and fat to sustain me.
Mrs Man thinks it’s a treat but I have other motives: my TPs have just been zeroed and a car was hired for six days.
It’s been a while since I was ensconced in such an exalted position so I am seeking the advice of my fellow FTers on matters of 1A etiquette. All suggestions are gratefully received including responses to the following matters which are troubling me:
1. Which brands of vodka are available to accompany the pre departure caviar amuse bouche?
2. Should I have worn a dinner jacket (see above)?
3. Is “good afternoon” or “DYKWIA” the appropriate greeting for the FA?
4. Will the captain consult me on the runway selection at LHR? I prefer to taxi from 9L.
5. Will there be a red carpet from the steps to the limo taking me to the bus gate?
All offers of advice gratefully received.
Yours, trembling in anticipation,
The man in exit row.
Mrs Man thinks it’s a treat but I have other motives: my TPs have just been zeroed and a car was hired for six days.
It’s been a while since I was ensconced in such an exalted position so I am seeking the advice of my fellow FTers on matters of 1A etiquette. All suggestions are gratefully received including responses to the following matters which are troubling me:
1. Which brands of vodka are available to accompany the pre departure caviar amuse bouche?
2. Should I have worn a dinner jacket (see above)?
3. Is “good afternoon” or “DYKWIA” the appropriate greeting for the FA?
4. Will the captain consult me on the runway selection at LHR? I prefer to taxi from 9L.
5. Will there be a red carpet from the steps to the limo taking me to the bus gate?
All offers of advice gratefully received.
Yours, trembling in anticipation,
The man in exit row.
Mar 27, 23, 6:41 am
#2
Join Date: Feb 2012
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The Man in the exit row finds himself occupying 1A on this afternoon’s run back to Hounslow. It’s a far cry from my normal spot behind the curtain with only a small bottle of water and a bar of sugar and fat to sustain me.
Mrs Man thinks it’s a treat but I have other motives: my TPs have just been zeroed and a car was hired for six days.
It’s been a while since I was ensconced in such an exalted position so I am seeking the advice of my fellow FTers on matters of 1A etiquette. All suggestions are gratefully received including responses to the following matters which are troubling me:
1. Which brands of vodka are available to accompany the pre departure caviar amuse bouche?
2. Should I have worn a dinner jacket (see above)?
3. Is “good afternoon” or “DYKWIA” the appropriate greeting for the FA?
4. Will the captain consult me on the runway selection at LHR? I prefer to taxi from 9L.
5. Will there be a red carpet from the steps to the limo taking me to the bus gate?
All offers of advice gratefully received.
Yours, trembling in anticipation,
The man in exit row.
Mrs Man thinks it’s a treat but I have other motives: my TPs have just been zeroed and a car was hired for six days.
It’s been a while since I was ensconced in such an exalted position so I am seeking the advice of my fellow FTers on matters of 1A etiquette. All suggestions are gratefully received including responses to the following matters which are troubling me:
1. Which brands of vodka are available to accompany the pre departure caviar amuse bouche?
2. Should I have worn a dinner jacket (see above)?
3. Is “good afternoon” or “DYKWIA” the appropriate greeting for the FA?
4. Will the captain consult me on the runway selection at LHR? I prefer to taxi from 9L.
5. Will there be a red carpet from the steps to the limo taking me to the bus gate?
All offers of advice gratefully received.
Yours, trembling in anticipation,
The man in exit row.
Mar 27, 23, 7:03 am
#5
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: London, UK
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Where is one flying from? A dinner jacket may be worn, but be weary of it identifying one if one is a bulkhead feet user as the FT Paparazzi are always keen to humiliate on these hallowed walls. Don't forget to buy a seat for your butler and chauffeurs, and ensure they have got airside clearance for your journey; it is helpful if you are head of state of a small country to appease the officials that this is necessary and the can bring the motorcade to doors 1L. As for greetings and routings, one must never speak to the hire help, so hopefully your executive PA will sort all that for you without needing to resort to DYKWIA.
Mar 27, 23, 7:06 am
#6
Join Date: Sep 2013
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Someone break the news to him and let him down gently 
OP make sure you push your way to the front of the boarding queue, wave your boarding pass whilst repeating the words "Group 1" and "Priority" to all within earshot. You will look like a natural.
OP make sure you push your way to the front of the boarding queue, wave your boarding pass whilst repeating the words "Group 1" and "Priority" to all within earshot. You will look like a natural.
Mar 27, 23, 7:12 am
#7
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The crew admire formality and so would appreciate for you to hide your bag beneath your feet until the overhead lockers are full. You can then attract their attention for a suitable demonstration of the importance of a First Row Passenger.
Mar 27, 23, 8:36 am
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Fiddlesticks! The OP might have me in 1C as that is my usual seat. He will know that it is me as He Knows Who I Am and will genuflect accordingly. I will make allowances for him coming from the pit behind the curtain if he attired properly, keeps his shoes on and does not dare to put his feet on the bulkhead.
Mar 27, 23, 9:34 am
#15
Join Date: Oct 2017
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Fiddlesticks! The OP might have me in 1C as that is my usual seat. He will know that it is me as He Knows Who I Am and will genuflect accordingly. I will make allowances for him coming from the pit behind the curtain if he attired properly, keeps his shoes on and does not dare to put his feet on the bulkhead.
