Jumpseating to Europe

[rightrudder]

Has anyone here tried jumpseating on British Airways or Lufthansa? I am planning a trip to an former east block country and plan on using an ID 90 and write your owns, but in case I don't have any luck with those, does anyone know if they will accept US part 121 crewmembers? This pertains, of course, to the post 9/11 world. Thanks for any feedback. PM me if you don't feel comfortable posting on the board.

RR

Air Wisconsin

 

[d328pilot]

i was traveling 2 or 3 times a month to Lithuania. (yes, it was because of a girl) I was using Lufthansa to get there. I never had any trouble with the loads and using an ID 90. I never tried to jumpseat, but to my understanding, they will not allow it. I tried once a few years ago in Spain, and the gate agents didnt have any clue what I was talking about. I wouldnt try it now because there is no telling what they might think you are trying to do. They could mistake it for something else, depending on what country you are in. What county are you going to?? out of curiosity.

 

[rightrudder]

Thanks for the info...I am going to Prague, Czech Republic. I don't think this will be a particularly busy time of year for travel there, but who knows. I'm buying id90's from LHR and FRA to cover all bases.

RR

 

[d328pilot]

One other think i forgot, i was more worried about getting back home than getting there. Coming home once, they decided to swap airplanes from a 737 to a Saab 2000. That almost made me miss the flight. But that was Lithuanian airlines that did that. I dont think LH or BA would be a problem. I hear Prague is awesome....have fun

 

[sat74]

Iberia, Spanair, and Air Europa all allow jumpseating as we know it in the US. They refer to it as "extra crew." Gate agents in the US are very familiar with the procedure, while in Europe you usually must find their crew lounge and talk to dispatch where they will introduce you to the Captain who will then escort you to the aircraft (Iberia and Air Europa; Spanair you can go to the gate). Its very simple and a very pleasant experience compared to the red tape here.

Once in Spain, these airlines fly all over Europe, so its a great way to get around over there.

 

[jsoceanlord]

someone on this board said to try; worldair.com, polar cargo and atlas cargo - though i've also heard there's little chance with cargo co's.

a french ce 402 pilot in tortola used tio go to st martin and hop an air france 747, (cockpit js).

 

[azpilot]

Thanks for the info...I am going to Prague, Czech Republic. I don't think this will be a particularly busy time of year for travel there, but who knows. I'm buying id90's from LHR and FRA to cover all bases.

RR

 

[azpilot]

Thanks for the info...I am going to Prague, Czech Republic. I don't think this will be a particularly busy time of year for travel there, but who knows. I'm buying id90's from LHR and FRA to cover all bases.

RR

First post didn't work.

You could always go to Berlin. The train ride isn't far and folks like United, Delta, etc go there. Just a thought. Stop in Dresden along the way if you go. Especially during Christmas time. They have a huge Christmas market which is fun to walk around. People come from all around eastern Europe to see it.

 

[Northern Lights]

Prague

Prague is awesome!
Not sure if you've been there before, but you can get around real easy on the subway. Something like $1.50 for a 24 hour pass.

I took KLM in and out through AMS, and there were plenty of open seats on the 737.

My favorite factoid about the Czech Republic: They drink more beer per capita than any other country! The beer is sometimes cheaper than bottled water...

my $.02

--N.L.

 

[b747dogg]

Hope this helps, this from the Atlas Air web site. Your best bet is to jumpseat from LAX, JFK, ORD, MIA, ANC. For more info check out: http://atlasjumpseats.73rdavenue.com/jumpseat.php
Not only will we give you a free ride, we feed you and give you a bed too. Enjoy.


Any U.S. Flight Crewmember employed by a Part 121 or 135 air carrier and those authorized by FAR 121.547, may request cockpit travel. Atlas Air is not required to have a reciprocal agreement with the air carrier for their crewmembers to be eligible. We operate a fleet of B747-200's, 300's, and 400's to over 35 countries worldwide. All aircraft have two cockpit jumpseats and four business class style seats on the upper deck. We appreciate other air carriers assistance in obtaining jumpseats and welcome any authorized crewmember to join us.

Jumpseat Info
• Crewmembers requesting the cockpit jumpseat should contact Operations 24 hours prior to flight closeout.
• We are unable to accept walkup requests for jumpseat travel. All jumpseaters must be listed with System Control at least 3 hours prior to departure.
• To eliminate interference with the operating crew's predeparture duties, jumpseaters must report to Operations at least one and 1/2 (1.5) hours prior to departure.
• Please have company ID, FAA Airman Certificate, a current Medical Certificate, and at least one other form of picture ID available for inspection.
• Current dress requirement is company uniform.
• For international travel, cockpit jumpseaters will have their names entered on the General Declaration as additional crewmembers. Please confirm with the operating crew prior to departure.
• Crewmembers on personal travel continuing on a flight through a transit station have priority over all other flight crewmembers on personal cockpit travel boarding at the transit station.

 

[d328pilot]

How current is the info about Atlas air. My understanding was that all of the cargo jumpseats were still off limits. But since they have seats in the back does that mean that it can be allowed? Just curious cause that would sure make life easier trying to get home.

 

[dash8driver]

if you are going to go to england first you can buy a positive space ticket from england to prague for as low as about 28 bux on Go Airlines. www.go-fly.com its cheapest to book it online and i've gotten that same fare about a week from my travel date.

not all the tickets are that cheap, but if you are a little flexible on your travel time and day (maybe travel a day later or earlier) then you can get great prices.

and prague does rule! 50 cents for a half liter of beer (while .33 liters of coke is 1 dollar)! food is cheap too, but the lodging is not so cheap unless you stay at the hostels.