alw 0 #1 August 11, 2006 On Wednesday before the news broke on the latest terror plot I departed Orlando for the UK. Because I will be here a while I purchased two special storm cases and packed my two skydiving rigs, suits, altimeters, wingsuit, and other gear. This was done in accordance with all CAA/BAA/FAA and TSA rules and regulations for checked baggage. It went through a special check by TSA and British Airways in Orlando. You all know what happened while I was blissfully asleep in my comfy Club Class seat over the Atlantic. I am now in Newcastle. I believe my bags are at Gatwick, and there is no news or clues as to when if ever I'll see them again. I was going to go to Cark this weekend, but that seems far far away. Do I say a tearful farewell, or will I be joyously reunited? Vote Now. --------------------------------------------- Every day is a bonus - every night is an adventure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #2 August 11, 2006 I think you'll probably see them again, hopefully just as you left them... if a little travel-weary. I don't know the stats, but the number of bags that are actually permanently and totally separated from their owners is pretty low. Chances are your bags will turn up soon."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pincheck 0 #3 August 11, 2006 speak to the guys at Cark and see if they can sort you out with gear to jump, Or if they can't. I would say get in touch with Black Knights who in the same area i will place both sites here at least one off them should be able to hook you up with gear to jump. cark http://www.skydive-northwest.com/ Black knights http://www.bpa.org.uk/dzf/pages/black-knights.html bpa map off dz in the Uk http://www.bpa.org.uk/dropzone/dzone.htm hope this helps you out and I am sure you will get your gear back Billy-Sonic Haggis Flickr-Fun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alw 0 #4 August 12, 2006 Day 3 - Was kept on hold for Bitish Airways customer service for 2 hours then cut-off. When I called back the message said they were closed for the day. The service provider in Newcastle told me this morning that a truck was on the way with the bags, later at the airport they said NOT SO only bags from Heathrow. No news, no word no information. This is very sloppy indeed. --------------------------------------------- Every day is a bonus - every night is an adventure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paige 0 #5 August 12, 2006 QuoteDay 3 - Was kept on hold for Bitish Airways customer service for 2 hours then cut-off. When I called back the message said they were closed for the day. The service provider in Newcastle told me this morning that a truck was on the way with the bags, later at the airport they said NOT SO only bags from Heathrow. No news, no word no information. This is very sloppy indeed. Grrrrrrr, you tell them if they keep messing w. my tunnel buddy and video expert, I'm gonna have to come over the pond and kick their ass Maybe that will get their rears in gear? So sorry all this happened to you. I'll light my good luck candle for you and your gear. Is M with you too? BIG HUGS for all!Tunnel Pink Mafia Delegate www.TunnelPinkMafia.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alw 0 #6 August 12, 2006 Thanks for the vibes Paige - I'll give them your message. --------------------------------------------- Every day is a bonus - every night is an adventure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matt1215 0 #7 August 12, 2006 That sucks. Good luck getting your stuff back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alw 0 #8 August 13, 2006 Update Day 4 - After going to the airport and being told that they still have no information and it will be at least this evening before another folight comes in I returned home to contemlate my discontent. A few hours later the bell rang and a courier had arrived with my two wayword suitcases. With the exception of four special locks which could have been non-distructively removed having disappeared all was in order an relatively unmolested. I did have my haelmet in a bag in the suitcase with 2 ditters installed. the ditters had been removed and were laying loose in the helmet bag. Unfortunately we now have a cover of cloud that will likely be around for days. For all who voted yes - your were right. --------------------------------------------- Every day is a bonus - every night is an adventure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeemax 0 #9 August 13, 2006 Slghtly off topic, but if you are a wingsuit flyer you should definately come over to Sibson for a weekend. We have probably the biggest regular flock in the UK and make some pretty damn cool jumps Phoenix Fly - High performance wingsuits for skydiving and BASE Performance Designs - Simply brilliant canopies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #10 August 13, 2006 Glad you got everything back; sucks that it took so long. You might want to contact the airline in a few days (once things have settled down a bit) and ask, quite nicely, if there's anything they can do for you for the inconvenience. Perhaps a nice extra chunk of frequent flyer miles for your trouble? "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alw 0 #11 August 14, 2006 QuoteGlad you got everything back; sucks that it took so long. You might want to contact the airline in a few days (once things have settled down a bit) and ask, quite nicely, if there's anything they can do for you for the inconvenience. Perhaps a nice extra chunk of frequent flyer miles for your trouble? Delta didn't give me any miles when I was hijacked, and American didn't give me any when the engine blew up. No, thanks for the suggestion, but I think I'll just count my blessings and maybe head down to Sibson if the weather clears up before next July. Thanks for the vibes everyone. --------------------------------------------- Every day is a bonus - every night is an adventure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindercles 0 #12 August 14, 2006 Perhaps this is the subject of it's own thread, but I'm interested in seeing what a few different people think... In a scenario exactly like this one, where your gear was out of your hands, and you know for a fact that your bag was opened and your gear was checked out, would you get your reserve repacked before jumping it again? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #13 August 14, 2006 Quote In a scenario exactly like this one, where your gear was out of your hands, and you know for a fact that your bag was opened and your gear was checked out, would you get your reserve repacked before jumping it again? If the string/seal were untouched, no. Otherwise, probably yes. I'd definiltey repack my main."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
headoverheels 333 #14 August 14, 2006 Yes...on eBay. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
