V-Flyer

Hi

I am a nurse and just complete and update for my CPR training.

Our trainer told us that when checking in for a flight we should tell them that we are CPR trained and willing to help in a medical emergency and we should get an upgrade.

Is this true and how likely is it to happen?

Any feedback greatly appreciated

That's a new one - I suppose it is better than 'my Dad went to school with Richard Branson'

Seriously, I have never heard of medical qualifications meaning that 'you should get an upgrade'. I think a gold card is still the best way.

But, as usual, I stand to be corrected, and am dusting off my certificates as I type

Nick

Hi binki,

The answer is no. Cabin crew are trained to various levels to assist with medical emergencies, and all the times I have been on a plane where they have requested for a doctor or nurse - they have come from Economy.

Reminds me of a sign I once saw in a pub, 'The bank manager doesn't serve beer, and we don't cash cheques.' - take the concept to the scenario of medical trainers and airline operations.

For the guide to upgrades - http://www.v-flyer.com/pages.asp?click=2&pageid=2

But basically unless you are a FC Gold member, your chances are slim, and even if you are, they are still not guaranteed - VS wants to keep its premium cabins exactly that.

Thanks,
Richard

Hi

Thanks for the replys. I did wonder about this to be honest.

So no chance of me getting upgraded with my 1997 First Aiders certifercate then? LOL

well the 'i went to school with richard branson' can actually help in some genuine cases!

quote:Originally posted by willd
well the 'i went to school with richard branson' can actually help in some genuine cases!

Willd,
Care to elaborate..
Curiousity is killing the feline here!!

Jonathon- Hehe hmmm no beacuse u never know who may read this forum! Lets just say i have a friend and know of one other whose dads are in very very high places.

Ahh, willd, do you mean like high like LROM or just a regular 'Captain of Industry' type? ;)

Baz

quote:Ahh, willd, do you mean like high like LROM or just a regular 'Captain of Industry' type?

Surely the line "I am acquainted with LRoM" would be sufficient to impress even the most junior of check in staff so as to secure the coveted upgrade[:o)][:o)]

Richard

If you are staying at the next social, be assured a drink awaits;);)

All the best

Buns

quote:Originally posted by buns4vs
Baz

quote:Ahh, willd, do you mean like high like LROM or just a regular 'Captain of Industry' type?

Surely the line "I am acquainted with LRoM" would be sufficient to impress even the most junior of check in staff so as to secure the coveted upgrade[:o)][:o)]

Richard

If you are staying at the next social, be assured a drink awaits;);)

All the best

Buns

Love the term 'Captain of Industry' - I remember it being mentioned in press articles regarding Cneturion, would hardly call me the captian of the industry...

But on a more serious note - wouldn't advise trying to use my name at a VS route as a tool for an upgrade. A few people have already tried this, and trust me, I was called by the relevant people at the airport asking if I knew who they were! Nowadays I tell the concierges in advance if my friends are travelling, and also that if anyone does use my name that its not one of my associates. Sad I know, but when you have 75,000+ people viewing this site each month, there are always a few that think they have found a way to the upgrade.

To set the record straight, if you want to fly in PE or Upper, then buy a ticket in that class - yes I have recieved a few upgrades in the last 6 years, but its not everytime and its when the flights are busy and I'm an obvious candidate (Flying CLub Gold and flying alone).

And anyway with the junior check-in crew its not upgrades I'm trying to secure, phone numbers on the otherhand.... Oh showing my age now....

Thanks,
Richard

quote:Originally posted by RichardMannion
[ious candidate (Flying CLub Gold and flying alone).

And anyway with the junior check-in crew its not upgrades I'm trying to secure, phone numbers on the otherhand.... Oh showing my age now....

Thanks,
Richard

Richard,
as an unacompanied minor[:I] - im sure you can get the cute ones to escort you to the gate:D;)

What does LROM mean then

quote:Originally posted by British
What does LROM mean then

If you type it LRoM the glossary picks it up:D!!

It stands for Lord Richard of Mannion - I'm sure Mcuth can fill you in on the history;)!!

quote:It stands for Lord Richard of Mannion - I'm sure Mcuth can fill you in on the history!!

Ah, I'm not sure if I should - shouldn't we keep the mystery alive? [8D] I mean, if folks would get to the socials, then they'd know [}:)]:D

Cheers

Michael

Well i only know LORM in through this forum and sadly have not had the pleasure of a proper meeting with him! But the letter R pops up as the start of 1 of the names of the 2 people Im talking about---opppsss maybe too much there!