Thameslink and Great Northern declassify First Class carriages

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• the real harry1 says:

  1 Jul1 July 08:02

  O/T Iberia 90,000 Avios – still no reports of any points awarded on FT. Only 7 days for me in any case.

  Is anybody thinking of transferring them all to BAEC? (if that’s possible.) What about when BAEC and IB Avios platforms get joined up (as has been stated will happen) and all the points go into one pot?

  Your -90K Avios in IB would then be -90K in your new ‘mother’ Avios a/c!

  You might want to think twice about redeeming on IB platform instead, you can redeem the points on any Oneworld flight (including BA) in any case, the only difference is fees payable (and possibly availability).

  • meta says:

    1 Jul1 July 08:09

    It’s 10 days for me and it hasn’t posted. I’ll give them whole day today before chasing…

  • Mikeact says:

    1 Jul1 July 08:13

    I’ve been able to combine Avios between BA and Iberia, back and forth for the last five/six years at least. I was concerned yesterday, to notice that whatever combination I use, including Avios.com, I get a message that my details do not match, which is of course, utter tosh. I guess I’ll have to call tomorrow annoyingly. It’s more galling as I’m looking to move many thousands over for a South American flight we’re looking to book from Madrid.

    • meta says:

      1 Jul1 July 08:19

      Since about 6 months ago, all details on all accounts must match / email, DOB, address, etc. I had the same issue when before it was fine (had different email on Iberia and avios.com), but then avios.com CS pointed that out.

    • Doug M says:

      1 Jul1 July 08:38

      Mine worked fine about 10 days ago, then all last week got the details do not match error. Phoned on Friday and they moved them for me.

    • Mark2 says:

      1 Jul1 July 12:06

      Suggest you cheque that you have not put your second first name into the second family name box. I got caught out on this when they tightened up.
      Spanish name format is different from ours.

• Andrew (@andrewseftel) says:

  1 Jul1 July 08:30

  The short distance (e.g. St Albans to Sutton) Thameslink services are standard class only but still run first class carriages. Worth checking departure boards if you are keen to enjoy rarefied luxuries such as a table.

  • Lumma says:

    1 Jul1 July 10:12

    Isnt there also plug sockets in the first class seats? 🙂

    • Andrew Stock says:

      1 Jul1 July 10:43

      Yes, first class has power points. The rear first class section of the class 700s in always declassified.

• Lumma says:

  1 Jul1 July 10:10

  OT – does anyone know the rules for seat selection on long haul basic economy with American Airlines for status holders? As far as I can work out it’s allocated seats for everyone unless I’m willing to pay. BA is £30 more and I believe I’d get to choose a seat with being Silver.

  As I’m not bothered about checked luggage, I don’t see the point in paying for the standard economy but I don’t want to be stuck in a middle seat across the Atlantic either

  • AndyR says:

    1 Jul1 July 12:15

    If you book an AA operated, AA marketed flight you are correct that you get baggage but can’t select a seat as BA Silver. If you book a BA operated, BA marketed flight you get free seat selection but no baggage as BA Silver.

    However, if you book a BA operated, AA marketed flight you can get free selection and 2 free bags as BA Silver 🙂

    • Lumma says:

      1 Jul1 July 12:55

      What about a BA marketed but AA operated flight?

    • marcw says:

      1 Jul1 July 14:16

      It has changed! It´s not anymore like that. If its BA operated, no matter who is the marketing carrier, NO checked baggage allowance.

• xcalx says:

  1 Jul1 July 10:22

  OW status holders can choose seats on AA. Input your OW FF No. then when you choose seats they will show as free instead of a $$ fee

  • AndyR says:

    1 Jul1 July 12:16

    Not on AA Basic economy flights.

    • the real harry1 says:

      1 Jul1 July 12:29

      Try doing it on the Royal Jordanian MMB page

• Graeme says:

  1 Jul1 July 10:45

  OT, I have an Amex Platinum, partner has a supplementary card.

  I’m going to refer her for her own plat card. Should I cancel the supp card first? She has Priority Pass also, just wondering if it would make it easier otherwise she would have 2 in her name.

  Thanks in advance.

  • Genghis says:

    1 Jul1 July 10:49

    No issue. To distinguish easily, main cards end 0X, supps 1X, where X is a no 1-9

    • Graeme says:

      1 Jul1 July 11:01

      Thanks for the quick reply Genghis 🙂

    • Alex W says:

      1 Jul1 July 11:27

      X = 0 – 9. I’ve had an Amex ending in a 0.

      • Mark2 says:

        1 Jul1 July 12:07

        It’s a check digit.

• Howard says:

  1 Jul1 July 10:51

  Sorry to be off topic but I have an Amex Plat Card travel insurance question

  Would you be covered if you are on blood pressure
  and colestrial pills?

  • Genghis says:

    1 Jul1 July 11:13

    I don’t think this is a question for HfP. Read the terms / call Amex.

    • Howard says:

      1 Jul1 July 11:46

      Thanks for your helpful response.

      • Genghis says:

        1 Jul1 July 12:30

        Not helpful whatsoever, I know. I wouldn’t rely on a blog response for the answer to such a specific question where the consequences could be very costly.

      • Jimbob says:

        1 Jul1 July 12:38

        I think Amex express platinum insurance excludes pre-existing conditions. So should something happen, such as a stroke or heart attack occur while on holiday, you would be left with a large bill, as they would be secondary to your pre-existing conditions.
        Personally, I would be looking for alternatives that included pre-existing conditions, for peace of mind

  • the_real_a says:

    1 Jul1 July 13:27

    AXA the underwriter offers add-ons for pre existing medical conditions on the AMEX policy. The issue is getting through the right office, so phone the claims line and start form there. Phone them up and ask about how much the extra premium will be. In my case they just covered my issue without any extra payment.

    • the real harry1 says:

      1 Jul1 July 16:02

      useful to know that – cheers

  • Brighton Belle says:

    1 Jul1 July 13:55

    You have to declare everything. If you don’t and there is the slightest connection between your newly broken ankle and blood pressure you can expect a conversation if you make claim. Insurers seem to see every human ailment as conditional and related to everything else.

    My advice is don’t try to navigate around the declarations in the hope you avoid premium add ons. It’s not worth it. Despite having an Amex Platinum I use the Nationwide Flexplus because Amex regards anyone over 70 as near death and won’t insure them. They wouldn’t insure President Trump at 72. Too high risk.

    • the real harry1 says:

      1 Jul1 July 16:08

      the travel/ health insurance on the Barclays Travel Plus pack – 6 free lounge visits – allows 80s and under

      £15.50 / month last time I checked, minimum 6 months so 6 lounge passes (Dragonpass) @ £15 (can all be used on the same day if you like, ie cardholder plus guests) and the travel/ health insurance on top free

      plus RAC breakdown insurance free

  • Martin Valt says:

    1 Jul1 July 15:01

    Most interesting spelling of cholesterol I’ve seen in a while.

• Alex W says:

  1 Jul1 July 11:09

  45-day inspection cycle!! Why isn’t BA inspecting for cleanliness after every flight?? What a disgrace.

  • Paul says:

    1 Jul1 July 11:57

    They are, they get inspected after every clean (every flight) and they call back the cleaners if it isn’t good enough.

    The 45-day ‘inspection cycle’ is for deep cleaning

• Craig says:

  1 Jul1 July 13:32

  Quick question re Curve, can I connect a credit card with a different name? i.e. get Mrs S one and use my card, it would save me an additional fee for a HSBC WE?

  • Rob MC says:

    1 Jul1 July 13:45

    I have done it previously and it worked fine

  • Rob says:

    1 Jul1 July 17:17

    No

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