KVS Availability Tool

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Jun 2, 2008 | 10:33 pm
  #1996  
Quote: I don't know of any way to do it under the *A search option. A simple way to do it would be to do a search under Apollo and then follow my instructions above. Why complicate things?
FANTASTIC - Got it! Thanks for both your help lallyr and KVS, much appreciated!

Cheers. ^
Jun 3, 2008 | 10:18 pm
  #1997  
Quote: I've figured out why it wasn't working for me. I had the POS set as "AU", but I'm guessing the redesign of the AU Zuji site has screwed things up. But it works if I change the POS to "SG".

Sorry, false alarm.
The redesign of the AU Zuji site is a right pain!
I emailed them, but it was a 'tough luck mate' reply.

Oh well.
Jun 4, 2008 | 9:31 am
  #1998  
Any chance that the KVS Tool might be modified to display limited routing rules, like ExpertFlyer currently does? ExpertFlyer shows single-connect city options (though not full routing rules). It's better than nothing. Knowledge of valid cities, how many transfers are possible, and an educated guess as to legal routings is still better than guessing in the dark.
Jun 5, 2008 | 4:22 pm
  #1999  
Quote: Any chance that the KVS Tool might be modified to display limited routing rules, like ExpertFlyer currently does? ExpertFlyer shows single-connect city options (though not full routing rules). It's better than nothing. Knowledge of valid cities, how many transfers are possible, and an educated guess as to legal routings is still better than guessing in the dark.
Unfortunately, that is not currently possible.

In the meantime, I would suggest plugging-in the fare basis (shown by the KVS Tool) into the ITA engine using the following special syntax to see [at least some of] the possible routings:

Code:
From: ::/ F YY..FBASIS
To:   ::/ F YY..FBASIS
For best results, click on [More Options] and UnCheck the [Check seat availability] option.
Jun 7, 2008 | 7:08 am
  #2000  
AA Upgrade for Miles?
I used this tool a while back but haven't use it since I changed computers. Before I download it again - is it possible to view AA Upgrade to next class (non fullfare Coach to Business) for miles? On recent bookings, AA books these as Class C.

Thanks.
Jun 7, 2008 | 7:16 am
  #2001  
Quote: Unfortunately, that is not currently possible.

In the meantime, I would suggest plugging-in the fare basis (shown by the KVS Tool) into the ITA engine using the following special syntax to see [at least some of] the possible routings:

Code:
From: ::/ F YY..FBASIS
To:   ::/ F YY..FBASIS
For best results, click on [More Options] and UnCheck the [Check seat availability] option.
Does this mean that routing rules will not be coming back to KVS any time soon?
Jun 7, 2008 | 1:31 pm
  #2002  
Quote: Does this mean that routing rules will not be coming back to KVS any time soon?
Not necessarily, but, at this point, the date when they may return is not known...
Jun 7, 2008 | 1:36 pm
  #2003  
Quote: I used this tool a while back but haven't use it since I changed computers. Before I download it again - is it possible to view AA Upgrade to next class (non fullfare Coach to Business) for miles? On recent bookings, AA books these as Class C.

Thanks.
Pls see http://www.kvstool.com/FAQ.php#Classes for the list of currently-supported award and upgrade classes.
Jun 8, 2008 | 1:10 am
  #2004  
Quote: I used this tool a while back but haven't use it since I changed computers. Before I download it again - is it possible to view AA Upgrade to next class (non fullfare Coach to Business) for miles? On recent bookings, AA books these as Class C.

Thanks.
No, ExpertFlyer.com is the only tool that has access to AA upgrade (C,R,X) classes as of today.
Jun 10, 2008 | 3:49 pm
  #2005  
Version 3.0.x: What's New
What's New in Version 3.0.0

It's all about 3s: Version 3 marks a 3-year anniversary of the Tool, introduces 3 new major features, and provides access to nearly-complete award availability coverage for all 3 major alliances (Star Alliance, OneWorld, and SkyTeam).

All existing and new Platinum-tier users will be automatically given access to all these new features (as described below).

  1. New [Amadeus: Awards/OneWorld] Method:

    • Shows available awards on most OneWorld carriers (QF/BA/AA/AY/IB/MA/LA + EI)
    • QF FFP Membership Number and PIN are required to use this Method; instant online enrolment available at https://www.qantas.com.au/fflyer/dyns/joinff
    • Pls see KVS Tool FAQ for more details.
    • Code:
      Carrier   Flight From Depart    To   Arrive    A/C  St   Availability
      --------- ------ ---- --------- ---- --------- ---- ---- ------------------ 
      BA        117    LHR  08:55     JFK  11:20     744  0    FS-  CS-  WS-  YS+
      AA        115    LHR  08:30     JFK  11:00     777  0    FS+  CS+  WS/  YS-
      Legend: YS = Economy Award, CS = Business Award, WS = Premium Economy Award (BA WT+), FS = First Award. "+" = The requested number of seats is available; "-" = The requested number of seats is not available; "/" = Cabin not applicable.

  2. New [Amadeus - Text] Seat Maps:
    • Can display seat maps on zeroed-out flights, is faster, and supports more carriers than other seat map methods.

  3. PNR Manager Now Also Supports:
    • AC PNRs
    • UA PNRs
    • OneWorld E-Ticket Retrieval using a ticket number, issued by any OW carrier

  4. Miscellaneous Enhancements:
    • Additional setup options to facilitate installations on locked-down machines
    • Windows Vista right-click crash issues resolved



What's New in Version 3.0.2
  1. Access to the [Amadeus: Awards/OneWorld] Method Restored

  2. [Amadeus: Awards/OneWorld] Method Enhanced:
    • Award availability support has been added for a number of additional origin airports via the [Extended Mode] option.

  3. Fare and Routings Rules Functionality Enhanced:
    • Fare and Routing Rules can now be requested for any published fare, even if that fare is not listed in the results, by specifying the Fare Basis code manually.

  4. Resolved: Seat Maps issues under Windows Vista and/or MSIE 7



What's New in Version 3.0.3
  1. [ORT: Awards/SkyTeam] Method Enhanced:
    • This Method now includes a choice of 2 Point-of-Sale options. Also, award availability support for AF has been restored.

  2. Resolved: Installing the Tool on Locked-Down Systems:
    • Users who were previously unable to install the Tool on locked-down systems due to a "Corrupt Installation Detected" error, should download the latest version.


What's New in Version 3.0.5
  1. Access to the [Galileo: ETR] Method Restored

  2. Access to the [Sabre: Fares/DotRes] Method Restored

  3. Access to the [ORT: Awards/SkyTeam] Method Restored

  4. PNR Manager Now Also Supports:
    • TG PNRs


What's New in Version 3.1.0
  1. Access to the [SNT: Awards/StarAlliance] Method Restored

  2. Access to the [Amadeus Operational Info] Function Restored

  3. Resolved: "Firefox can't find the file at /C:/Program Files/KVS Availability Tool/OpenURL.htm" Issue on Windows Vista

  4. Resolved: Random System Code Changes Issue



What's New in Version 3.1.1
  1. Round-the-World and Other Special Circle Fares Now Supported
    • To access Round-the-World Fares (such as Star Alliance/OneWorld/SkyTeam RTW), as well as other special Circle Fares (such as Circle Pacific, and Global Explorer): Select [Sabre: Fares/ZUJ], choose the [RTW] fare option, and enter the city/airport code of the starting point in the [From:] field.

  2. Resolved: Awards/OneWorld Extended Mode Issue
    • OneWorld award availability can now be checked in Extended Mode for additional originating cities (incl. JNB, DXB, etc.)

  3. Added: Proxy Authentication Options
    • For proxy servers requiring authentication, click the purple [Tools] button and select [Proxy Authentication Options] to enter the proxy username/password.



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Jun 10, 2008 | 6:44 pm
  #2006  
Where do I book a flight not showing anywhere?
I'm using ExpertFlyer and a few fares came up with AI but I cannot seem to find them anywhere. Can someone direct me on this.

NYC-AMD TUE-19AUG08 AI
TAXES/FEES NOT INCLUDED
ADULT FARES
CX FARE FARE C AP MIN/ SEASONS...... MR GI DT
USD BASIS MAX
1 AI 549.00R GSLX4AN6 G SU/6M 19AUG8-18SEP8 R AT D

SPECIFIED ROUTE: 0123
NYC-LON-BHX/PAR/FRA-BOM-DEL(AI/IC)AMD
NYC-LON-BHX/PAR/FRA/PAR/FRA-DEL-BOM(AI/IC)AMD
NYC-PAR-LON/BHX/FRA-BOM-DEL(AI/IC)AMD
NYC-PAR-LON/BHX/FRA/BHX/FRA-DEL-BOM(AI/IC)AMD
NYC-FRA-LON/BHX/PAR-BOM-DEL(AI/IC)AMD
NYC-FRA-LON/BHX/PAR/BHX/PAR-DEL-BOM(AI/IC)AMD
Jun 11, 2008 | 10:54 am
  #2007  
Quote: and a few fares came up with AI but I cannot seem to find them anywhere. Can someone direct me on this.
It's a regular published fare and can be booked via any booking source, including calling AI Res directly.
Jun 11, 2008 | 5:22 pm
  #2008  
Are routing rules back yet? I sure hope so. I miss them.
Jun 11, 2008 | 5:27 pm
  #2009  
[QUOTE=KVS;9857906]What's New in Version 3.0.0

Since updating to 3.1.1 (PLAT) I can no loger get Delta Fare rules using ZUJ
(both SG and HK). When you click on View fare Rules or Fare Summary I get ERROR Retreiving fare rules block error message. Doing BOS to ATL on DL,. All the fares are listed (RT/Max), Same issue on AA BOS-LAX.

Worked fine yesterday with previous revision.
Jun 11, 2008 | 5:45 pm
  #2010  
Quote: Are routing rules back yet? I sure hope so. I miss them.
I miss them too, but no, I am afraid, they are not back yet...
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