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Folks, Is anyone else having as much 'fun' as I am with MH's online booking service (dis-service to be precise !) I've just spent the best part of the last 90 minutes trying fly with our national carrier, only to be repeatedly asked to re-enter pax details (even though my data is on Enrich record) After a few attempts, up came a message saying the flights are unavailable ! I do hope my credit card has not been charged multiple times too ! Whilst we're on the subject, is there anyway we can alert the people responsible for the atrocious grammar employed - "Please wait a moment as we processing your request" Sends shivers down one's spine doesn't it ! It has been close to 10 minutes now and the same message is still blinking in the other open window

You guys in Kuching lucky got RMAF base at KCH. The last time KK hosted the celebrations, I recall the screamers flew in from Labuan base, did a few tricks, then buzzed back to the island. Mana cukup kick ! (translation for Pieter : I was underdosed !) BTW, you guys are getting the haze bad ! Are the face masks being snapped up yet ?

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Is it safe to conclude that universally politicians and aviation are not meant to interact - that is if you're not after trouble !

Thank you too Tony - astounding as to what one can learn from these forums !

Thanks Pieter !

Pardon my ignorance here - but how is 'on time' defined in all these statistics ? Meaning, what is the 'end point' - when the doors are closed ? when the aircraft starts moving ? when the tyres leave the tarmac ? I suppose the target time of departure would be the published ETD ? What about at destination ? How is the end point determined ? The moment tyres burn on runway or when doors are opened at allocated gate ? Any clarification appreciated

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Agree with Seng Lim - whoever did the booking should bear some responsibility, for the very fine margin of error incorporated into the itinerary. Eta 13:05, etd 15:25; affording 2:20 transfer time at best. Take into consideration minimum check in time is 0:45 prior etd. Also allow for aircraft to taxi, park after landing, say 0:10 Then perhaps another 0:45 for disembarkation and luggage claim, not forgetting there is immigration clearance required at BKI. Journey from T2 to T1 would be about 0:15, assuming one does not get tangled up at Tg Aru roundabout. Leaves a margin of 25 minutes under near ideal conditions, a very tight schedule indeed. But it's still good to know the kids were looked after and AK and MH did make a joint effort to try resolve the incident. Hopefully they're safely back home now.

With all due respect, please don't be too hasty ! Let's face it, there isn't that much of a demand for L-1049 pilots this day and age. I would imagine most if not all who actually fly the bird nowadays (is there actually a flying example left ?) do it for free and sheer enthusiasm pays for itself

Sort of put the tagline "do you have a Honda ?" unto a whole new perspective doesn't it ?! (For the record, I don't - I'm more a Toyota level mortal)

Must be near pandemonium !! Remember, vast majority of those pax are probably the delayed ones, ie. anxious and not in good humour. Actually, can the airport infrastructure support be stretched to handle the sudden increase in load ? For example, how do you churn out the extra in-flight meals on time ? And the airline's crew scheduling must be topsy turvy too. Mother nature's gentle way of reminding us who is boss I suppose !!

Thanks for info guys. So, no plans to build anything commercial at the site anytime soon then ?

Anyone know what has happened to site of old BTU ? If it is so near city/town centre, must be quite a valuable piece of real estate.

With 'hundreds' of the little critters quoted, I'll take that story with a pinch of salt if you don't mind !

Thanks for those pics of old BTU Nick Never been there myself but heard stories about how the birds were parked right next to 'town' Now I can see they weren't kidding me !

There is a KA A321 parked at BKI as at this evening - unable to return home ?

Folks, There is a KA (Dragonair) A321 sitting at remote stand at BKI for good part of today, at least till earlier this evening. Anyone has any idea ? Perhaps gounded ? [Just read at 'General Aviation' about HKIA being affected by typhoon - could this be the reason ?] And yes, KE (Korean Air) is sending 744's into BKI - had to see it for myself today

If the birds are to be inactive for extended periods of time, hope they do not leave them exposed to the mercies of our tropical climate here - could be down 'road of no return' !

Adrian, Remember, the risk is there of easier access for Labuanites to cross over to mainland - the nett effect may not be as attractive as first impression may suggest. Personally, I'll pop over for the cheap beer anytime !! You sure one not enough kah ?! Or you still bachelor ?

Hmmm, a novel and interesting (mind boggling in fact !) perspective of one's own identity !! Ranting section : if an 'intelligence dept' does exist here in Sabah, it would imply 'intelligence' of some form and degree within the political & civil service systems. Sad to say, it does not appear such a department exists !

Locals - meaning the politically connected kuncu-kuncu's awarded the 'projek' to build bridge ?!

SV, Many thanks for reminding us what TWU used to be like. Like what I've mentioned before, the terminal reminds me of what BKI used to be, you know, where T2 is now. Used to make a few trips to TWU over the summer (northern hemisphere mind you !) holiday break, back during the mid 80's. Agree with you about Tawau being boring (mind you, I haven't been back for years now) - but during that period of time, the place was just oozing prosperity ! But then I suppose a 'good time' could have been found if one was so inclined ! Pieter, Good choice ! I'm a drug pusher !

Dr Sim Yong Sing ?