First time flying.. [12 Rep+]

[Jarkie]

Howdy.

In a few weeks I will be flying for the first time ever. I am going to be using the company British Airways, and asking people for their experiences flying with this company.

For example, what are you allowed to take with you: tooth paste, body gels etc? also any advice for a first time flyer? I am pretty nervous as I will be on my own.

Rep+ for good replies made.

[Teabags]

You're allowed like gels that are under 100ml.
&you put all those in a clear plastic bag. They provide them at the airport, but they're like £1.
The bottles can't be more than 100ml though. So like a half full bottle of water, they don't let you have
Bit awk.

It's only takeoff and landing that is any worry. Chewing gum might help you pop your ears - or continual yawning. Should be fine though and it happens on it's own. Make sure you get on the right flight + be like Macaulay Culkin in Home Alone II. There's loads of waiting around time though. You have to check in like 2hours before your flight so chances are you won't miss it.
Take food like chocolate or something and books/ some game thing, chances are you'll get bored + hungry.

It's not all that comfy necessarily to sleep on the flight, BA isn't terrible though. Generally your neighbour passengers are friendly enough, otherwise it's just socially awkward for the whole flight.

Enjoy your holiday @Jarkie

[Kieran]

If you're really nervous ask if you can have a quick look in the flight deck. Be amazed how many people it calms down to actually see who's flying the plane (Maybe not in my case >:] )

[Jarkie]

You're allowed like gels that are under 100ml.
&you put all those in a clear plastic bag. They provide them at the airport, but they're like £1.
The bottles can't be more than 100ml though. So like a half full bottle of water, they don't let you have
Bit awk.

It's only takeoff and landing that is any worry. Chewing gum might help you pop your ears - or continual yawning. Should be fine though and it happens on it's own. Make sure you get on the right flight + be like Macaulay Culkin in Home Alone II. There's loads of waiting around time though. You have to check in like 2hours before your flight so chances are you won't miss it.
Take food like chocolate or something and books/ some game thing, chances are you'll get bored + hungry.

It's not all that comfy necessarily to sleep on the flight, BA isn't terrible though. Generally your neighbour passengers are friendly enough, otherwise it's just socially awkward for the whole flight.

Enjoy your holiday @Jarkie

Thanks for this mate! rep+

If you're really nervous ask if you can have a quick look in the flight deck. Be amazed how many people it calms down to actually see who's flying the plane (Maybe not in my case >:] )

Haha, I forgot you flew plans Kieran. Are we allowed to bring mobiles phones on planes etc?

[Cerys]

You have to have the wifi etc on your phones turned off

Usually phones have a 'flight mode' which will do it all automatically for you when you activate it, so you don't have to fiddle with many settings

goodluck and have fun, I'm sure you'll have a great time!

[e5]

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[Jarkie]

You have to have the wifi etc on your phones turned off

Usually phones have a 'flight mode' which will do it all automatically for you when you activate it, so you don't have to fiddle with many settings

goodluck and have fun, I'm sure you'll have a great time!

Cheers

this could help



or another link here: http://www.ehow.com/way_5261068_cant...ne-flight.html

This is perfect, many thanks!

[Yawn]

make sure u go to the loo b4 ur flight but make sure u take some empty bottles cos u might need the loo during ur flight and planes dont have toilets. u will def need bottles if its a long flight

[Kieran]

Cheers



This is perfect, many thanks!

This is American. I believe for European flights you can take a maximum of 1L of liquids through, each one no bigger than 100ml and in a clear plastic bag that you can seal (You can usually get these at the airport for £1/2 or free at some).

As to mobiles: Yes you can take them on but you'll get asked to put it in flight safe mode and then turn it off until the seatbelt signs have been switched off. As long as the cabin crew don't see it during the takeoff and landing they won't say anything.

[Grig]

make sure u go to the loo b4 ur flight but make sure u take some empty bottles cos u might need the loo during ur flight and planes dont have toilets. u will def need bottles if its a long flight

Unless we're still in the 60's, all planes have toilets now so that's not a problem !

British Airways isn't my favourite company, but it's decent (maybe I'm picky seeing as I'm a frequent flier). Remember to not take any sharp objects, even after flying regularly there are some days I don't think and get caught out with them.

Drinks and stuff are not a problem as on BA, you can ask for as many as you like on most flights, alcohol included! Some of the newer planes do have wifi, but this is still a rarity and on business class normally, so you'll probably not have access.

Also, be sure to check the weight of your baggage, because depending where you're going you could be in for some hefty overweight charges.