Experiences taking Sofnoline with Monarch airlines...

Padowan · 1st November 2005, 07:23

Hi,

Travelling to Sharm next weekend for a week of diving, and want to take some Sofnolime after the cock-up that there was last time I went out there (and the damn expense of the stuff over there)

I've taken my unit out there a few times before, so have no problem with that, but have never tried checking in Sofnoline. What are peoples experiences with Monarch Airlines in particular as that is who I am travelling with. Any suggestions for how to package the lime - I could put it in small containers and put in in with my unit, or should I just openly check in a keg? I'd be a little worried if a keg would make it to the other end, as it'd be obvious to any theif-type what it was?

Any advice/suggestions appreciated.

Simon

***Decodiver*** · 1st November 2005, 08:16

Hi Simon,

I have no experience with Monarch but I have often shipped Sofnolime in 2 litre Coke bottles. Easy to put in hand luggage as well. Just make sure you have the Transport Declaration and Data Sheet for Sofnolime available here:

http://www.ambientpressurediving.co.uk/manual.htm

Cheers,

Dave Cooper.

decowarrior · 1st November 2005, 10:46

just rip the hazard sticker off the tub they didnt like that even with the declaration and stuff, the second time with no corrosive sticker they didnt ask to see it and were even helpful sorting it out for me because it was heavy hahahahah

Padowan · 1st November 2005, 13:04

Quote: (Originally Posted by decowarrior)

just rip the hazard sticker off the tub they didnt like that even with the declaration and stuff, the second time with no corrosive sticker they didnt ask to see it and were even helpful sorting it out for me because it was heavy hahahahah

Did you get stung with excess baggage or just smile and use your charm on the check in attendant?!

Rod Baverstock · 1st November 2005, 13:51

Hi
Would be interested how you get on. I'm of to Sharm this Sunday and both Sinai Divers and Eurodivers have confirmed they have sorb and when I worked out the excess baggage charge ( on top of taking my unit) it was hardly any saving at all _ about 2euros a fill
Rod

***Beanie*** · 1st November 2005, 13:57

Quote: (Originally Posted by Rod Baverstock)

Hi
Would be interested how you get on. I'm of to Sharm this Sunday and both Sinai Divers and Eurodivers have confirmed they have sorb and when I worked out the excess baggage charge ( on top of taking my unit) it was hardly any saving at all _ about 2euros a fill
Rod

Yep if you have to pay excess on it it makes it a similar price and then theres the hastle as well

dave t · 1st November 2005, 14:48

Monarch will give 10kgs free and you can buy an extra 20kgs for 30 quid, at least you could last time I flew with them

Dave

RobPot · 1st November 2005, 15:20

Quote:

Monarch will give 10kgs free and you can buy an extra 20kgs for 30 quid, at least you could last time I flew with them

Not sure about that Dave - wasn't that Britannia?
We had no problems with SpheraSorb earlier this year - even taking some 1kg pouches in our coat pockets.
I wouldn't rely on the smile and turn up early approaches, Natasha and I got stuffed for an extra £320 going to Sharm in February this year. I think the check-in staff for Monarch and other charter airlines have been told to enforce the regulations / screw you for as much as they can and it'll be between £6 and £8 per extra kilo.
Have fun,

Robert

DaveB · 1st November 2005, 15:45

From the Monarch Website:

baggage

baggage allowance

Each adult or child (excluding infants) receives a free hold baggage allowance of up to 20kg.
Hand baggage over 10kg or with total dimensions exceeding 55cm x 40cm x 20cm will not be permitted into the aircraft cabin.
Vantage Club Silver and Gold members receive a free hold baggage allowance of up 30kg.
Hold baggage over 20kg (or 30kg for Vantage Club Silver and Gold members) is subject to an excess baggage charge (see below) The maximum weight of any hold baggage must not exceed 32kg.

excess baggage

All excess hold baggage will incur a charge of GBP4.0 / EUR6 per extra kilogram.
Please note that the maximum baggage weight that will be accepted at any of our UK airports is 32kg (70lb). Any bag weighing more than this will not be accepted at check-in. This restriction has been brought into place by the Airport Authorities following consultation with airlines, handling companies and unions to help reduce the manual handling injuries amongst airport staff.

Sports equipment (including golf clubs, bicycles, skis, bowls and diving equipment) up to a weight of 13kg is subject to the fee of £10 / 15 euros per person, per flight. Your normal hold (20kg) and hand (10kg) baggage allowances are separate and not affected. If you do not have any hold luggage your sports equipment can take up your free hold baggage allowance (up to 20kg). This sports equipment fee is only applicable to bookings made on or after 13 September 2005.
Any sports equipment weighing more than 13kg will be subject to excess baggage charges of £4 / 6 euros per kg as normal. All sports equipment is also carried subject to load and space available.
Fees can be paid when you make your booking online, or at the airport (after you have checked in) at the Monarch Scheduled ticket desk.

Padowan · 1st November 2005, 16:05

I rang monarch and asked about this "13kg for sports equipment" and was told that that only applies to scheduled flights, not charter flights. So it looks like I've only got the allowance of 25kg + 5kg that Tony Backhurst arrange...

Smiles it is then...

:ra zz:

1st November 2005, 07:23	#1 (permalink)
Padowan Proper Boffin Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Kent, UK. Posts: 501	Experiences taking Sofnoline with Monarch airlines... Hi, Travelling to Sharm next weekend for a week of diving, and want to take some Sofnolime after the cock-up that there was last time I went out there (and the damn expense of the stuff over there) I've taken my unit out there a few times before, so have no problem with that, but have never tried checking in Sofnoline. What are peoples experiences with Monarch Airlines in particular as that is who I am travelling with. Any suggestions for how to package the lime - I could put it in small containers and put in in with my unit, or should I just openly check in a keg? I'd be a little worried if a keg would make it to the other end, as it'd be obvious to any theif-type what it was? Any advice/suggestions appreciated. Simon __________________ Padowan The future's bright, the future's Yellow .....for now padowan.net - Latest Video: Scapa Flow Rebreather Diving
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1st November 2005, 08:16	#2 (permalink)
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decowarrior New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: stoke Posts: 42	Re: Experiences taking Sofnoline with Monarch airlines... just rip the hazard sticker off the tub they didnt like that even with the declaration and stuff, the second time with no corrosive sticker they didnt ask to see it and were even helpful sorting it out for me because it was heavy hahahahah __________________ wetter the better
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Padowan Proper Boffin Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Kent, UK. Posts: 501	Re: Experiences taking Sofnoline with Monarch airlines... Quote: (Originally Posted by decowarrior) just rip the hazard sticker off the tub they didnt like that even with the declaration and stuff, the second time with no corrosive sticker they didnt ask to see it and were even helpful sorting it out for me because it was heavy hahahahah Did you get stung with excess baggage or just smile and use your charm on the check in attendant?! __________________ Padowan The future's bright, the future's Yellow .....for now padowan.net - Latest Video: Scapa Flow Rebreather Diving
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Rod Baverstock New Member Current Rebreather/s: Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Somerset, England Posts: 9	Re: Experiences taking Sofnoline with Monarch airlines... Hi Would be interested how you get on. I'm of to Sharm this Sunday and both Sinai Divers and Eurodivers have confirmed they have sorb and when I worked out the excess baggage charge ( on top of taking my unit) it was hardly any saving at all _ about 2euros a fill Rod
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*Beanie* Cheif tea maker Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In da house! yeah baby! Posts: 3,142	Re: Experiences taking Sofnoline with Monarch airlines... Quote: (Originally Posted by Rod Baverstock) Hi Would be interested how you get on. I'm of to Sharm this Sunday and both Sinai Divers and Eurodivers have confirmed they have sorb and when I worked out the excess baggage charge ( on top of taking my unit) it was hardly any saving at all _ about 2euros a fill Rod Yep if you have to pay excess on it it makes it a similar price and then theres the hastle as well __________________ Beanie Gallery Admin & Library Assistant. www.outlawdivers.org.uk www.beandiving.co.uk www.beanengineering.co.uk www.divelife.co.uk
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RobPot Rebreather World Writer Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2005 Location: Portishead - Gateway to the South West Posts: 174	Re: Experiences taking Sofnoline with Monarch airlines... Quote: Monarch will give 10kgs free and you can buy an extra 20kgs for 30 quid, at least you could last time I flew with them Not sure about that Dave - wasn't that Britannia? We had no problems with SpheraSorb earlier this year - even taking some 1kg pouches in our coat pockets. I wouldn't rely on the smile and turn up early approaches, Natasha and I got stuffed for an extra £320 going to Sharm in February this year. I think the check-in staff for Monarch and other charter airlines have been told to enforce the regulations / screw you for as much as they can and it'll be between £6 and £8 per extra kilo. Have fun, Robert
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DaveB Rebreather World Writer Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Belper, Derbyshire, UK Posts: 88	Re: Experiences taking Sofnoline with Monarch airlines... From the Monarch Website: baggage baggage allowance Each adult or child (excluding infants) receives a free hold baggage allowance of up to 20kg. Hand baggage over 10kg or with total dimensions exceeding 55cm x 40cm x 20cm will not be permitted into the aircraft cabin. Vantage Club Silver and Gold members receive a free hold baggage allowance of up 30kg. Hold baggage over 20kg (or 30kg for Vantage Club Silver and Gold members) is subject to an excess baggage charge (see below) The maximum weight of any hold baggage must not exceed 32kg. excess baggage All excess hold baggage will incur a charge of GBP4.0 / EUR6 per extra kilogram. Please note that the maximum baggage weight that will be accepted at any of our UK airports is 32kg (70lb). Any bag weighing more than this will not be accepted at check-in. This restriction has been brought into place by the Airport Authorities following consultation with airlines, handling companies and unions to help reduce the manual handling injuries amongst airport staff. Sports equipment (including golf clubs, bicycles, skis, bowls and diving equipment) up to a weight of 13kg is subject to the fee of £10 / 15 euros per person, per flight. Your normal hold (20kg) and hand (10kg) baggage allowances are separate and not affected. If you do not have any hold luggage your sports equipment can take up your free hold baggage allowance (up to 20kg). This sports equipment fee is only applicable to bookings made on or after 13 September 2005. Any sports equipment weighing more than 13kg will be subject to excess baggage charges of £4 / 6 euros per kg as normal. All sports equipment is also carried subject to load and space available. Fees can be paid when you make your booking online, or at the airport (after you have checked in) at the Monarch Scheduled ticket desk. __________________ David
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Padowan Proper Boffin Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Kent, UK. Posts: 501	Re: Experiences taking Sofnoline with Monarch airlines... I rang monarch and asked about this "13kg for sports equipment" and was told that that only applies to scheduled flights, not charter flights. So it looks like I've only got the allowance of 25kg + 5kg that Tony Backhurst arrange... Smiles it is then... :ra zz: __________________ Padowan The future's bright, the future's Yellow .....for now padowan.net - Latest Video: Scapa Flow Rebreather Diving
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