Annual NZ Dinner: AKL 8 March 2025

[Sprucegoose]

There were a few knock-on delays to the QF network this morning, but nothing major. My QF143 was delayed by an hour, as was QF149; I can see a few 738s parked on the Int apron. (refos ex BNE)

Sydney Airport cannot manage F/J queues, but apart from that, their new renovation is easier on the eye and is running smoothly. I just finished breakfast in the Lounge.

 

[sap1l]

Whew. Just reached the Pullman at the airport at 11:30 pm.

Didn’t realize you were here - I’m at the Pullman AKL too!

I was on the last flight though, so I arrived at 1.30am.

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Sydney Airport cannot manage F/J queues

I was thinking the exact same thing last night! Luckily my flight was 2/3rds full so the zoo was contained.

 

[serfty]

Sydney Airport cannot manage F/J queues, but apart from that, their new renovation is easier on the eye and is running smoothly. I just finished breakfast in the Lounge.

I was thinking the exact same thing last night! Luckily my flight was 2/3rds full so the zoo was contained.

Given the lounge breakky photo and the reference to renovation I suspect F/J related to departure security more than flight boarding.

 

[sap1l]

Given the lounge breakky photo and the reference to renovation I suspect F/J related to departure security more than flight boarding.

Lol, you’re right! I obviously need to brush up on reading comprehension

 

[Sprucegoose]

Given the lounge breakky photo and the reference to renovation I suspect F/J related to departure security more than flight boarding.

Ah, yes, indeed, it was Serfty.

 

[serfty]

Oh, one more thing!

I have done name-tags. If you have a lanyard, please bring it as I only have a few.

I have brought along a few lanyards of varying vintage ....

 

[JessicaTam]

I have brought along a few lanyards of varying vintage ....

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Thank you. With the spares others have brought we should be ok. I also have 5 spares.

 

[JessicaTam]

@blackcat20 and I are heading to the Britomart market area.

 

[JessicaTam]

Now sitting at Reign and Pour on the harbour.

 

[PrezRegan]

Can confirm that you can get into the f lounge when flying LA on a QF codeshare. No issue bringing in a guest. However, note that QF des not pipe the boarding notification for this flight so pay attention to the board - I don't think I was the last onboard but definitely cutting it fine as when I looked up it was "final call"!

I'm not sure if there's been an equipment swap or if Latam always does 2-2-2 for its AKL flights but I was offered 4h (centre aisle) from 4c (window) as someone was in 4a - I suppose the benefit is I don't have to step over anyone.

Now waiting for pushback. Should hopefully be a quick flight over.

 

[JessicaTam]

Can confirm that you can get into the f lounge when flying LA on a QF codeshare. No issue bringing in a guest. However, note that QF des not pipe the boarding notification for this flight so pay attention to the board - I don't think I was the last onboard but definitely cutting it fine as when I looked up it was "final call"!

I'm not sure if there's been an equipment swap or if Latam always does 2-2-2 for its AKL flights but I was offered 4h (centre aisle) from 4c (window) as someone was in 4a - I suppose the benefit is I don't have to step over anyone.

Now waiting for pushback. Should hopefully be a quick flight over.

They were 2-2-2 when I flew that route last year. I think it’s lucky dip.

 

[blackcat20]

Time for a margarita

 

[CaptJCool]

Thank you. With the spares others have brought we should be ok. I also have 5 spares.

Yes add my dozen and we are good!

 

[Dantas]

Currently at the Botswana Butchery (restaurant!) for what hopefully will be a light lunch. Pinot noir is flowing…

 

[Dantas]

 

[CaptJCool]

 

[Dantas]

Any pre dinner drinks planned?

 

[JessicaTam]

Any pre dinner drinks planned?

Nothing formal but you are welcome to suggest something.

 

[Dantas]

Roof top bar at Voco 6pm?

 

[JessicaTam]

Roof top bar at Voco 6pm?

Well @blackcat20 knows where that is.