bmi (Manchester to London Heathrow)

BMI Landing: Photo Copyright Navjot Singh

bmi is the second largest airline at London Heathrow, one of the world's busiest and best-connected international airports. bmi has a fleet of 47 aircraft and flies to over 30 destinations in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia and Africa.

Route: Manchester Airport to London Heathrow

Departure date and time of flight: 15th September 2008 at 19:00pm

Flight Number: BD593

Flight duration: 45m

Class: Economy

Aircraft type: Airbus A321

Punctuality of the flight: 

No delay. The flight actually lasted under than 40 minutes.

Any baggage issues: 

There were no baggage delays on this flight.

Comments on the check-in staff and any issues:

There were no problems. It was a smooth flight.

Comments regarding the pre-meal service:

None. Passengers had to pay for the food. The good old days of getting free food on some European flights has disappeared.

Comments regarding the first meal:

None. Passengers had to buy the food, and the prices are a bit on the expensive side. Nevertheless, for such a short flight there was no need for in-flight meals. Flying without getting complimentary in-flight meals is just not the same experience as used to be (irrespective of how long the flight is).   

Comments regarding the drinks service:

None 

Comments regarding the in-flight snacks (if any):

None

Comments on the in-flight system (if any):

None

Comments of professionalism of the cabin crew:

Very professional and polite.

Any incidents:

None.

Comments on the interior of the aircraft (including seat comfort): 

The interior of all BMI aircraft is a yellow and sky blue. The aircraft cabin was clean and had a nice fresh smell.

Overall rating 1-10 (worst-best): 10