Comments on: One Airline’s Version of Social Media: Stop … I Want to Get Off

By: B-Rad

B-Rad — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:29:48 +0000

I appreciate the comment I will let everyone here know.

I wouldn’t mind being able to text in flight but, I would mind phone conversations. It bothers me when someone gets on the phone seconds after the mains touch down to let their significant other know they landed. Really??

If you can’t wait until you get into the terminal then text it to them.

By: Robert Mark

Robert Mark — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:10:11 +0000

Oh I know it’s voluntary, but I’m a curmudgeon on an airplane. Next thing you know they’ll be letting people talk on cell phones at FL 390.

But you’re surely right about that advertising issue. If they can they will and some airlines have already begun airborne billboards.

Thanks for your note. Love your facility too, especially on days like this when it’s 25 degrees and snowy in Chicago.

By: B-Rad

B-Rad — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 20:38:25 +0000

I haven’t done all the research on it but, I think it is something that you will sign on and not required to do. You have to opt in and not opt out. Just like Facebook its there but, you don’t have to sign on. If it takes off then businesses will find ways to advertise on it and then maybe we won’t have to pay to check that first bag. I think there is great potential for it but, I would fall into the younger category.

As for the personal space, I find it is best to put on your most ill face, sit down, don’t say a word, pull out the air sick bag, place in your lap, and enjoy the extra seat next to you that just opened up.

By: Shashank Nigam

Shashank Nigam — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 23:00:52 +0000

Co-incidentally, I wrote about this very topic last week. I think it’s a good idea…it’s an opportunity airlines can’t miss. The traits of a good business initiative are that they often polarize people – some love them and some hate them. Those that try to appeal to everyone usually don’t make it too far.

I think Bluenity can be a good pull-factor for at least the younger generation. Personally, I feel offended if I’m on a flight for more than 5 hrs and the person next to me doesn’t even say “Hi”. Bluenity, and GenFlyLounge by Lufthansa can do wonders for the brands.

Would love to have your thoughts on my original article: http://simpliflying.com/2008/will-online-communities-by-airlines-help-their-brands-take-off/

By: Eric

Eric — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:59:01 +0000

I suggest getting an ipod or Bose noise cancelling headphones. I love mine. Put those suckers on and pretend you cant hear anybody. I love to do that with flight attendants who live for making you raise your seat up.

By: Suzanne

Suzanne — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:49:27 +0000

For the aviator who thinks he has everything cool, I bet you don’t have this… Check it out,
Please go to http://stores.ebay.com/FAA-CD

By: Mark Holden

Mark Holden — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 21:45:09 +0000

You must be smiling to much. A stern frown to should help you my friend! ;-) Whenever I jumpseat in uniform (a rare occurence), I always try to sport a “I’m busy! Yes, I am an airline pilot, and no I don’t really want to talk about me or you” sort of frown ;-)

And PS — I do enjoy educating the general public from time to time though

Cheers,
Mark Holden

By: Dale Kettring

Dale Kettring — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 12:50:47 +0000

I’m with you. Let me have my personal space when on an aircraft. I’ve paid for it, and it is mine for the duration of the flight.

If the airlines do implement these issues, there should be some kind of opt-out/leave-me-alone option.

By: Martin

Martin — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 22:17:09 +0000

Best new idea for airline pax in years. The younger set will love it. If it is implemented correctly, it could ultimately help decide what part of the cabin a certain type of individual would be sat, or who you could be sat next to.