Is it me or have these standards hugely declined?

[Jessicastyle]

I am interested in whether anyone else has found first class flight standards have really declined. I’m talking over the past couple of years.

We’ve only had a couple of long hauls since early December and found the quality of food offering to be sub-standard compared to usual, and a real mixed bag in terms of service.

Even the quality of gifts has deteriorated - luxury brands replaced with brands you can find on your average high street.

Real food for thought if such a decline is terminal.

Well as long as you’re alright then…

We gave up on first class flights a few years ago due to the declining standards. Thankfully my husband has been able to use his company jet for most of our travel needs.

Ooh great quote

Found it for you.

I’m surprised someone with a husband of such great importance is slumming it on Mumsnet. Is there not a PlatinumNet?

I’m not sure what amuses me more, this or the boarding school threads.😂

I can’t comment on first class, but standards have dropped across the board. My last long haul (in economy - I slummed it) was 15 hours and all we got was a bottle of water - no amenity bag at all.

There were complaints from business class about the lack of amenities too.

I don’t know why people are upset about this tbh. I can’t answer because I’ll never be able to afford it but good for you that you can! And thanks for the 40% tax you’re likely paying as well, unlike some billionaires that we should be upset with. I receive some disability benefits and I’m grateful to people that work hard and pay their tax so that my life is marginally easier.

🤣🤣🤣

Ok out of the goodness of my heart I am going to share my best kept secret for truly luxurious long haul flights, quick book now before you miss your chance! https://www.unicef.org.uk/donate/children-in-the-middle-east/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23626123376&gbraid=0AAAAAD6VRsh6enEcXNS6KXlx0qcRVKRP2&gclid=CjwKCAjwnN3OBhA8EiwAfpTYeovfGrSgWDsKfxPkweUEA5wWb6Vw6Pimu9NYu05Q6kulLvUdg6NgchoCdA8QAvD_BwE

Exactly, what else is there to care about.

I see nothing in there about extra leg room, or getting the level of service you’ve actually paid for. Must be a BA venture, and all the more reason to stick to Emirates.

Never say CoL isn't affecting all of us, some First Class passengers are having to sell theirs on eBay.

https://ebay.us/m/ImShRF

But I still have no ideas who's being serious on this thread and who's taking the piss.

Here it is

Have you run out of private jets to blag Meg?

Can't tell if you're taking the piss or not 🤣

I've never travelled First Class so can't comment on its decline, but I have noticed that in the Economy Secion they have INCREASED the voltage of the cattle prods that are used to hurry us along to our wooden benches.

Well, to be honest, it is the only thing you can do really. I hope you managed to recruit good staff, it makes the world of difference. Especially if you get one that excels at surprise gifts!

I’m intrigued by your username op? You do know that boasting is far from stylish?

BA yes I've heard. But DH on Etihad has had fabulous service when he's been bumped up to first.

😉

I don’t think it’s Brits tearing each other down. But it’s a bit goady coming on here complaining about the quality of first class gifts. Not sure if you expected loads of people to agree with you when some people are struggling to put fuel in their car.

It’s not just long haul first class that’s declined.

In economy short haul you used to get a meal with wine, then it became a sandwich & a soft drink, now it’s a small bottle of water & a dry biscuit.

It’s due to rising costs & increasing competition.

Whether that is an authentic post or not, why are people so nasty?, all I can think it is, is jealousy. Completely green eyed jealousy.
How sad.

OP is a 14yr old bored kid who's off school, no friends and the only excitement is trolling mumsnet forums.

Go do something outside.