21 March 2007

Your questions answered: blinky plane update

Today was day two at JFK, and I did not find any blinky planes around (they probably went like hotcakes again before I ever got there around lunchtime).

For those of you who have already inquired, I heard the flashy toys will soon be available through Lufthansa's USA Webstore, which can be found on the homepage at lufthansa.com under Information & Service > Lufthansa USA > Lufthansa Webstore. Since shipping for these items are only to USA addresses, you will find the webstore only if the USA is your default country, or by the direct link above.

A380 takeoff cam

One of the coolest things about the A380 that I learned on Monday is the system of three cameras which are attached to the outside of the aircraft. There is a camera on the tail, one under the belly, and a third near the cockpit. The best part is that the camera views are accessible through the inflight entertainment system.

My new friend Kevin Paige recorded this video of the takeoff from Frankfurt on Monday. Even though he didn't have a window seat, he always had a great view.

A380 coverage on the Early Show

While working crowd control at the terminal today I met for the first time one of our account managers from Boston, Kevin Paige. We had a long discussion about his experience on board, which he really enjoyed. He also was interviewed by the Early Show when he arrived on Monday and posted the video coverage already.