Thread: New Nonrev Needs Instruction

There was a good thread in the old forum that had some good bits and pieces in it - well, dodging the barbs, grief and flack that some bloke was sending me!! Do you still have access to that one Chris???

How to be a successful non-rev? Two things immediately come to mind: Back-up plans and patience. You will always need both. Never non-rev anywhere you MUST be at a certain time (murphy's law will come into play then) and always have a back-up plan both for getting there and coming back. While you should let flight loads guide you, don't always let them deter you from trying. I have personally made it onto a flight (with 4 people) that was oversold by 30 and we were numbers 26-30! Make sure you ask about an airline's dress code and be especially sweet to the gate agent. Don't harrass them to find out whether you will get on. They'll call your name if you make it. Please be prepared to board immediately after your name is called. Learn to pack lightly and make sure your carry on meets the size (and weight) requirements.

Let's see, I can't think of anything else right now. If you need further help, we are always happy to give advice around here.

Hi
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Read your company's non-rev travel rules.

List for all flights, including connections and return. Do not list on your back ups. Trust me, the punishment for multiple listings is NOT standing in the corner [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]

Back up plans (alternate flights, alternate airports, alternate routing). In other words, plan your trip as if Murphy's Law was written with you in mind. Trust me, it's much easier coming up with plan D at your kitchen table than at gate 47A.

Scheduling, as a general rule midweek, non holiday periods are the best, with early morning the best times. Try to stay away from the last flight of the day. That last flight is kinda like the last elephant at the circus, no options.

Check loads and the weather forecast. Believe me either can change at the very last minute and put a major 'hitch in your getalong'. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]

Lastly, as a veteran of the middle seat, remember armrests have no owners, establish dominance at the earliest opportunity. [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
Have Fun![/list]

Keep'em flying



[This message was edited by Migflanker on December 29, 2002 at 11:43 AM.]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>There was a good thread in the old forum that had some good bits and pieces in it - well, dodging the barbs, grief and flack that some bloke was sending me!! Do you still have access to that one Chris???<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I do. Do you remember the title or any more detail about it?

Hi Chris
Could this be it?
Europe, non-rev tips, 3-19 01. Now, has anyone seen my keys? [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]

Keep'em flying