Hello from the LHR Clubhouse

[mitchja]

Off to New York today on the VS45. Stayed at the T4 Crowne Plaza. Drive-thru check-in open but still no dedicated security lanes yet.

You are directed to the standard Fast Track security which wasn’t too bad. New 3D scanners in use so everything stays in your bags now which speeds things up.

Just sat having breakfast. Clubhouse doesn’t appear too busy at the minute.

Whilst others may not agree with me, I’m glad to see the pool table has gone from the loft sitting area. The Pelotons have gone as well.

Enjoy!

But i disagree, I miss the pool table, the place is starting to lose a lot of the perks to make way for more seating.

[buns]

Good Morning James

Thanks for the update on the Upper Class Wing

Enjoy all the Clubhouse has to offer and hope you have a great crew

Buns

Have a good trip James - looking forward to the TR already.

Have a super trip James and, to echo buns, hope you have a great crew who will serve you a fabulous meal from the new menu.

[mitchja]

Thanks all.

One thing I forgot to mention is the OLCi is now slightly different in that VS can now fully verify your passport using the app before you reach the airport.

If you complete FlyReady via the website using a mobile device or check in online using the app, you are now asked to scan your passport. You get a ‘INT DOCS-OK’ message on the mobile app boarding pass once that’s been done.

Thanks for this info.

Can I just clarify what is OLCi? I'm also getting a bit confused with the pre-requirements and apps these days! So I get it right in my mind, if you are doing online check in on the VA app you don't need to do Fly Ready, or should you do both?

Also can you tell me how the new US passport control app works (or does it) for UK visitors with an ESTA?

Thanks