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Baggage Handlers Strike Gatwick

PostPosted: 22 Sep 2004, 12:16
by elahdh
I note from the news that there is to be a baggage handlers strike at LGW on sat 25/09/04 affecting servisair who provide facilities for a number of airlines does anyone know if VS use this firm for the baggage and maintainance of aircraft
We are due to fly on Sunday 26/09 and are wondering what the affects will be, Having missed out with hurricane frances some 3 weeks ago we are all a little concerned [:(!]
Story is on BBC website

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/3679216.stm

regards
Harry

PostPosted: 22 Sep 2004, 12:29
by Elwood
This http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/3679216.stm BBC story does not mention Virgin. Only mentions charters, LCCs and non-UK airlines. Although "airlines such as" could cover a anything I would have thought they would have mentioned Virgin if they were to be affected.

PostPosted: 22 Sep 2004, 12:39
by airchabum
VS are handled by Groundstar at LGW.

Cheers
Alan

PostPosted: 22 Sep 2004, 12:39
by elahdh
I saw that and my initial thoughts were the same, however not knowing I decided to tap into the vast pool of knowledge that is on v-flyer
Regards
Harry

PostPosted: 22 Sep 2004, 12:41
by elahdh
Thanks Alan I knew someone would know
:D

Regards
Harry