Abdul Qayyum 0 Report post Posted January 18, 2011 I have just got to know this software..KVS availability tool unfortunately i cant give it a try since it need monetary contribution.. so my question is, do you guys know any other similar software which is free?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gavin Andrew David 6 Report post Posted January 18, 2011 wow it sure does look neat , probably it does deserve the monetary contribution Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mushrif A 3 Report post Posted January 18, 2011 I think the only other "software" that may be "free" is your travel agent. I've used KVS Tool for a few yrs now and it is indeed a great software and worth paying for. Can even beat my travel agent in terms of getting seat maps, peculiar routes, checking availability by booking class/ fare buckets and aircraft types. The only thing I cannot do is issue the ticket. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
H C Chai 4 Report post Posted January 18, 2011 I've used KVS Tool for a few yrs now and it is indeed a great software and worth paying for. Can even beat my travel agent in terms of getting seat maps, peculiar routes, checking availability by booking class/ fare buckets and aircraft types. The only thing I cannot do is issue the ticket. Interesting... does the software show the availability of redemption seats for Star Alliance / One World too (e.g. booking class I, X) ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abdul Qayyum 0 Report post Posted January 18, 2011 (edited) though i cant proceed the queries in the software, im pretty amazed with its function..gave me idea for my final year project since I just want to play and experiment the software, i dont think the minimum contribution would be worth.. dont KVS have trial version?? Edited January 18, 2011 by Abdul Qayyum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robert 0 Report post Posted January 18, 2011 I remember when I first found out about how to view GDS info etc and spents hours reading flyertalk to learn about it. Over the past few years there have been many free tools come and go which is a shame. I've used KVS and its a good tool and was especially useful years back when I used to travel LHR-KUL on VS C class tickets and needed to change my flight. If I remember correctly VS only had 7 or 8 business class seats on the plane so it was often a challenge to get a seat. Other tools to look at are expert flyer and if its just availabiliy info you want then flightstats is free. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abdul Qayyum 0 Report post Posted January 18, 2011 thanks Robert for the suggestion.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KVS Tool 0 Report post Posted January 19, 2011 I've used KVS Tool for a few yrs now and it is indeed a great software and worth paying for. Can even beat my travel agent in terms of getting seat maps, peculiar routes, checking availability by booking class/ fare buckets and aircraft types. The only thing I cannot do is issue the ticket. I remember when I first found out about how to view GDS info etc and spents hours reading flyertalk to learn about it. Over the past few years there have been many free tools come and go which is a shame. I've used KVS and its a good tool and was especially useful years back when I used to travel LHR-KUL on VS C class tickets and needed to change my flight. We're glad you are enjoying your KVS Tool memberships! Interesting... does the software show the availability of redemption seats for Star Alliance / One World too (e.g. booking class I, X) ? It sure does -- KVS Tool has 100% Star Alliance award/upgrade availability coverage and virtually complete award coverage for OneWorld and SkyTeam -- please see http://Help.KVSTool.com/#Classes for the complete list. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Josh T 0 Report post Posted January 19, 2011 Cool. I'll have to check this out. I use Expert Flyer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gavin Andrew David 6 Report post Posted January 19, 2011 KVS , many thanks for providing the appropriate answers ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KVS Tool 0 Report post Posted January 24, 2011 KVS , many thanks for providing the appropriate answers ... It's always a pleasure Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
