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page[1]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo.htm","Travel Information","Provides the @-traveler with information and tips from preparation, booking, packing, during and after the flight, through filing a complaint.","The @-traveler; This section provides the @-traveler with some tips on how flexibility can assist in finding the lowest fare, obtaining flight information, how to book a flight through the internet, how to prepair for the journey, various aspects to take into account while traveling, what to do when things go wrong and links to various travel and airline sites. The overview below is just a summary of all the topics addressed in this section. The headings for each topic also act as a link to the page(s) containing a detailed description. Being Flexible can save on Airfares; Flexibility in selecting a departure day or even an airport to depart from can provide savings on the total airfare. Most bargains can be found on routes operated by different carriers. Also, taking into account the time of year, avoiding Holiday rushes and delays with the airline’s HUB system can positively impact the total airfare. Avoid nasty surprises; Preparation saves you half the time and prevents you from encountering nasty surprises prior to, during and after the flight. And, if you travel with people with disabilities, children or with your pet, proper preparation is a must. Booking a flight; Booking an airline ticket is easier than it seems, but it requires a basic understanding of the terminology used in air travel. One must understand the difference between a charter, a regular and a scheduled flight. And, when a scheduled flight is the best travel option, then one should familiarize themselves with the various carriers, airports, codes, abbreviations, classes and much more. But, do realize that booking online is not a must! There are thousands of websites with search angines for flights on the Internet. One can always visit a travel agent to book a trip. What Fares to expect; Air transportation is subject to the fares and charges. On many trips the single biggest expense is airfare. Sure, but when are they in effect, what if the fares increase, what if the fares decrease, what route do they apply to, what airline do they apply to and what is or is not includes in the fares? What about the application of fares and discounts? How can I get a cheap, if not the cheapest, fare? Packing smart; With a little advance planning, some common-sense packing and other precautions, you can practice safe 'bag-smart' techniques to minimize your losses and your bags will probably be among the ones that arrive safely. Also, with new, tighter security measures in place, packing for air travel means using caution and good judgement. The Day of Departure; Finally the day of your departure has arrived and you are ready to go. Are you? Did you ask yourself how to get to the airport, or what to wear? Did you check whether you have your ticket on you, whether there are any expected delays, or whether you are getting the best seat in the airplane? What are the procedures for check-in and boarding? Well, we hope to give you an answer on these and other questions you may have here. During the Flight; You're on your way to your destination, sitting comfortably and relaxed, while having a drink and smoking a cigar after a delightful meal, or aren't you? Probably not. You must be wondering about health aspects during the flight, asking yourself whether you will be able to cope with jetlag after your arrival and how to ensure a safe trip. At Arrival; You just arrived at your destination after a smooth, quite and enjoyable flight. And, if it was one of those long haul international or intercontinental flights, I wouldn’t be surprised that you are glad to stretch your legs and are looking forward to meet your friends or relatives. The only thing left to do, is to collect your luggage. What about Safety; Air travel is so safe you'll probably never have to use any of the advice we're about to give you. But you need to be aware of what you can do to insure a safe journey, taking into account that anything can happen before, during and after the flight. And it all starts with airport screening procedures, which have intensified since 9-11-2001. The information we provide in this section could save your life. How to file Complaints; You may have comments on the service provided by the airline, or on the way you were approached by the flight attendant or the airport clerk. Your luggage may be lost or damaged. Your flight may be delayed or even cancelled. Or, you feel to be intimidated or even discriminated. There may be various reasons to ask for a refund, submit a claim, or file a complaint. Any other information that may be useful; Although we may have covered all possible aspects we feel are important to the @-traveler, there are various topics we could not classify as part of the 10 chapters with information, such as flexibility, nasty surprises, fares, booking, packing, day of departure, during the flight, etc. Therefore, we have gathered here some other aspects that we might be useful or interesting to you."]

page[2]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo01.htm","Being Flexible can save on Airfares","Being flexible, organized, and prepared are the most important things to keep in mind when traveling.","Being flexible, organized, and prepared are the most important things to keep in mind when traveling, whether during hectic holiday seasons, other busy travel times, or any other times. Flexibility in selecting a departure day or even an airport to depart from can provide savings on the total airfare. Most bargains can be found on routes operated by different carriers. Also, avoiding Holiday rushes and delays with the airline’s HUB system can positively impact the total airfare. Airport of Departure and Destination; Most travelers tend to depart from a main airport closest to their home city and aim to arrive at an airport closest to their final destination. However, if you do no have any time nor business restrictions for your flight, why not look for alternative airports and/or routes. Look at some examples divided by National, International and Intercontinental flights. Avoid the Holiday Rush; Although it may be almost impossible to avoid the Holiday rush altogether, as you may have to take your vacation around the same time everyone else is going on leave, it's never too early to make reservations. Book your flights, accommodations, rental cars, and other holiday activities as early as possible. So, have a look at what you should know before you go. Avoid Flight Delays; Believe it or not, there are ways to choose flights that have a better chance of arriving on time than others. Avoid delays with the airline’s HUB system; Everyone hates delays and they keep getting worse all the time - the airlines use a 'HUB system' to get more passengers 'fed into' their hubs and change planes. Choose your Destination Based On The Time Of Year; Seriously consider when to go more than where to go. Choosing a destination based on the fringe season can save you money, and should be seriously thought about before spending big bucks."]
page[3]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0101.htm","Airports of Departure and Destination","Suggestions on what airports to select when booking a flight.","National flights; Suppose one needs to fly from Los Angeles (CA) to Houston (TX). A flight can be booked from Los Angeles’ International airport (LAX) to Houston Intercontinental (IAH), both main airports. However, when departing from a secondary airport in the vicinity, such as Santa Ana John Wayne airport (SNA), Burbank airport (BUR), or Ontario airport (ONT), with destination Houston Hobby airport (HOU) as secondary airport may be much cheaper. If time makes no difference, why not look for an airport within a 2-hours driving distance from your home and/or destination. International flights; Flying between secondary airports on international flights can save you money, even if you have to start abroad to take advantage of cheap offers. E.g., you want to fly from Brussels (Belgium) to London (UK). The simplest booking, but not necessarily the cheapest, is to book a flight from Brussels (BRU) to London Heathrow (LHR). A cheaper alternative could be to fly from Brussels – Charleroi (CRL) to either London – Luton (LTN), London – Gatwick (LGW), or London – Stansted (STN). Or, you want to fly from Amsterdam (Netherlands) to Athens (Greece). If you are willing to start your flight in Brussels (Belgium), Paris (France), or London (UK), you may find that local travel agents in these countries offer much better deals than the ones in your country of residence, even if you include the costs for traveling to the airport of departure by plane or train. Intercontinental flights; The opportunities for cost savings are basically a combination of the examples given under National and International flights. E.g., if you would like to travel from Phoenix (AZ) to Nice (France), one may find very cheap offers from New York to Nice or to London (UK) and the total airfare, including the airfare between Phoenix and New York and/or between London and Nice, may still be cheaper than booking a flight from Phoenix to Nice (including the “standard” connecting flights)."]
page[4]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0102.htm","Avoid the Holiday Rush","Things to keep in mind when traveling during this hectic holiday season.","Being flexible, organized, and prepared are the most important things to keep in mind when traveling during this hectic holiday season, as well as other busy travel times. When it comes to holiday travel, it's never too early to make reservations. Book your flights, accommodations, rental cars, and other holiday activities as early as possible. Furthermore, if your schedule is flexible, plan your travel days around off-peak periods to elude the largest crowds. (Flying on Thanksgiving Day or early in the week and return the following Monday or Tuesday, for example, often have a cheaper fare than those who fly the day before the holiday and return the Sunday after the holiday.) If you do not want to worry about missing a connection, or losing your luggage, request non-stop flights. Also, try to make arrangements for early morning departures. This way, if your flight is canceled or delayed, you'll have a better chance of rescheduling later in the day. And, when it comes to packing, keep it light and save some extra room in your bag to accommodate all the gifts and souvenirs you'll take home from your travels. Instead of toting lots of bags and boxes along with you on the flight, consider shipping gifts bound for your final destination. If you check them as luggage, there's always the possibility that your gifts will be lost en route. Plus, there's a good chance that the overhead bins will be too full to accommodate them. Reconfirm your flight schedule and seat assignment at least 24 hours prior to departure. If you think weather conditions may cause last-minute delays, call the airline frequently. Since your flight number, departure time, and routing can change at any time, it helps to keep on top of your schedule. It is the season that most airlines recommend passengers to arrive at the airport an hour to two hours before their departure time during peak travel periods. Instead of driving to and parking at the airport yourself, take public transportation, a cab, shuttle service, or have a friend drop you off. If you must drive, try to avoid the inevitable holiday freeway congestion. And, if you are lucky enough to find a parking spot at the airport, write down the location of your car so you can easily find your car upon your return. Once you arrive at the counter, have your tickets and an ID (e.g. passport) ready for the airline representative. In the mean time, keep a close eye on your luggage and carry-on items as thieves like to perform their criminal activity during these hectic travel periods. During the holiday rush, many airlines strictly limit the number of carry-on bags allowed for each person. As overhead-bin space fills up, airline representatives may ask late passengers to check their luggage. Again, arriving early helps to avoid this problem. In the likely event that your flight is overbooked, keep your ears open for free miles, tickets, or upgrades offered by the airline. Many passengers can reap these rewards simply by having flexible schedules."]
page[5]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0103.htm","Avoid Flight Delays","Some suggestions to avoid flight delays, such as time of day and selection of airport.","Perhaps the best advice is to fly in the morning. This makes sense for two main reasons--you won't be subject to delays that often disrupt later flights, and if an early morning flight is canceled or delayed, there are more re-scheduling options. Whenever possible, choose a non-stop flight. But if you must make connecting flights, select routing through the least congested airports. Additionally, you should try to choose connecting cities with the least chance of inclement weather, the main cause of delays and cancellations. Before choosing a particular flight, you may check its dependability rating, which can often be found on the web."]
page[6]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0104.htm","Avoid delays with the airline’s HUB system","Use alternate airports or HUBs to avoid delays with the airline's HUB system.","In order to avoid delays with the airline’s HUB system, use airport alternatives to the major HUBs. Some examples are: MacCarthur Airport on Long Island or Westchester County Airport in White Plains instead of New York; Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport instead of Miami; Midway Airport instead of Chicago O'Hare; Sacramento's Cameron Airport, Oakland Airport or San Jose Airport instead San Francisco; London Gatwick airport instead of London Heathrow; etc. Note that, regardless of what the itinerary says, more than likely according to the statistics, your flight will be delayed going through the major airports. Use alternate airports whenever possible. Calculate driving time to an alternate airport as opposed to a possible 2-hours delay or more, using HUB airports, and compare. And, if you need to go via a major HUB anyway and you are arriving late, locate the terminal map in the front pocket and be familiar with the layout ahead of time!"]
page[7]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0105.htm","Choosing A Destination Based On The Time Of Year","Choosing A Destination Based On The Time Of Year Will Save You Money!","Choosing A Destination Based On The Time Of Year Will Save You Money! Most people are confronted not only with where to go, but also with WHEN to travel. Choosing a destination based on the fringe season can save you considerable money, and should be seriously thought about before dropping the big bucks. Obviously, you might not want to visit Finland in January, or warmer climates in the heat of the summer. The best time to travel for many reasons is the 'fringe season'. Airfares from the USA to Europe triple in the summer. That $400 ticket to Rome in March or April will be $1200 or more then. Once the summer is over in Europe, the prices go down, not only on airfares, but hotels and meals. Some advantages of traveling off season are not only the cheaper air fares and the rates for hotel accommodations, but also the extra offerings (inclusion of free breakfast, special promotions, free entertainment tickets, etc.), the city calm without tourists everywhere, the restaurants not to be crowded and the splendor nature has to offer during that season. Of course there are some disadvantages to, such as the unreliability of the weather and the fact that various attractions may be closed. Sure, there are those that cannot travel before or after the summer due to job and family. However, if you have fewer restrictions, we recommend going when everyone else is at home."]

page[8]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo02.htm","Avoid nasty surprises","Preparation saves you half the time and prevents you from encountering nasty surprises prior to, during and after the flight.","Preparation saves you half the time and prevents you from encountering nasty surprises prior to, during and after the flight. And, if you are traveling with children, people with disabilities, or with your pet, preparation is a must. Your Health; Ones health is the most important asset to consider when traveling to foreign countries. Food and waterborne diseases are the number one cause of illness in travelers. Not to mention diseases which are spread by mosquito bites. A Child's Solo (unaccompanied) Trip; The airline policies on 'unaccompanied minors' are fairly straightforward and vary little between most major carriers. But before planning your child's trip, keep certain ground rules in mind, talk to your child about what to expect, explain common sense rules about not talking to strangers and seeking help only from uniformed personnel, amongst others. Passengers with Disabilities; Millions of people world wide have disabilities. The Air Carrier Access Act and the Departments of Transportation (DOT) set out rules and procedures designed to prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in air travel and to ensure that these individuals have the same opportunity as anyone else to enjoy a pleasant flight. Travel Tips for Seniors; Travelers 65 years of age or over may benefit from reduced fares, less limitations and restrictions, and may benefit from various other services. However, Seniors also carry the burden of their age and traveling will require them to take certain precautions. Travel with your Pet; The notion of leaving their pets behind is for some travelers too difficult to consider. Flying with your pet is certainly not the easiest thing to do, as there are many additional factors to take into account. Air travel can be very traumatic on pets, so it is vital to be well prepared if you are bringing a pet with you. Getting Better Airline Meals; Meal service by the airlines has been the target of many passengers' ire throughout the years since the inception of food service in 1919. Many passengers feel the term 'airline food' might simply be an oxymoron. Group Policies; When ten or more Customers are booked by a single individual, company, corporation, or booking agency for travel on the same scheduled service boarding at the same origin with the same destination and for the same purpose, their reservations must be made as a group through the Carriers' Group Travel Center, and all applicable group policies and procedures must be followed."]
page[9]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0201.htm","Your Health","Ones health is the most important asset to consider when traveling to foreign countries.","Ones health is the most important asset to consider when traveling to foreign countries. Food and waterborne diseases are the number one cause of illness in travelers. Travelers’ diarrhea can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites can contaminate food or water. Infections may cause diarrhea and vomiting, fever, or liver damage. Malaria is a preventable infection that can be fatal if left untreated. Infection can be prevented by taking medication and you can protect yourself against mosquito bites. Dengue, filariasis, leishmaniasis, onchocerciasis, and other diseases are also carried by insects. Protecting yourself against insect bites will help to prevent these diseases. Allow your body to adjust to the High Altitudes, which can cause insomnia, headaches, nausea, and altitude sickness. In addition, use sun block rated at least 15 SPF, because the risk of sunburn is greater at high altitudes. Because motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of injury among travelers, walk and drive defensively. Avoid nighttime travel if possible and always use seat belts. These are just a few examples of where your health is at risk. What to know before you go. The best advise we can give you is to obtain information about “Health” risks that you may be facing on your journey far from home. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which will provide you with: current health information on specific destinations, information on outbreaks of concern to international travelers, information about specific diseases that can affect travelers, recommendations on (required) vaccination for travelers of all ages, suggestions on how to avoid illness from food or water, ideas on what to do before taking children to other countries, information for travelers with special needs such as disabilities, pregnancy and breast-feeding, and HIV, health information on specific cruise ships and various reference materials, which include useful resources such as the CDC book “Health Information for International Travel', the 'Blue Sheet' and links to other related sites. Make sure you visit this CDC site, as some required vaccinations may have to be obtained several weeks prior to your journey."]
page[10]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0202.htm","A Child's Solo (unaccompanied) Trip","Do your homework and decide what policy works for you and your child before making a reservation.","Thankfully, the policies are fairly straightforward and vary little between most major carriers. First of all, the airlines usually use the term 'unaccompanied minors' to describe children--between the ages of five and 11--who fly without an adult companion. Children under five must always be accompanied by an adult. When planning your child's trip, keep the following ground rules in mind: Carrier will not accept for passage any child under five (5) years of age unless accompanied by a passenger twelve (12) years of age or over. Unaccompanied children between the ages of five (5) and (7) will be accepted for travel on-line and on through flights without a change of aircraft. Children eight (8) to eleven (11) years of age will be accepted on direct or connecting flights. The child will not be accepted if the flight on which the child holds a reservation is anticipated to terminate short of, or bypass, the child's destination. Youngsters 12 through 17 may also request assistance in advance but are not required to do so. To avoid missed connections, no child will be allowed to fly if their itinerary includes the last flight of the day. Most major airlines will charge you an additional service fee for each leg of the flight to cover the cost of handling the child. Before leaving home, talk to your child about what to expect. Explain common sense rules about not talking to strangers and seeking help only from uniformed personnel. Pack a sack lunch for them and send them off with headphones, games, coloring books, and other items to keep them entertained and comforted. In addition, load up a small carry-on with a change of clothes, emergency cash, and a list of phone numbers. The parent or responsible adult who brings an unaccompanied child to the airport of departure will be required to remain with the child until departure. To make the check-in process go smoothly, it's wise to arrive at the airport one hour before your child's flight is set to depart. The parent or responsible adult must furnish Carrier in writing (duplicate of which must be in the child's possession) evidence that the child will be met by another parent or responsible adult upon deplaning at his/her destination. You will be asked to fill out some important documents and supply the representative with your child's name and age, your address and telephone number, and the same information for the person(s) who will be meeting him at his final destination. The person meeting the child at his/her destination will be required to present positive identification and sign a release on a form designated by Carrier. After completing the necessary paperwork, you'll probably have to say goodbye to your child in the terminal area, as most aircraft are restricted to ticketed passengers only. (But it's a good idea to remain at the airport until the plane has taken off!) An airline representative will escort your child aboard the plane and introduce him to the flight attendants and to the cockpit crew, time permitting. The agent will then take the child to his seat, store any carry-on luggage the child may have, and show him the locations of the lavatories. It's important that your child knows to stay on board the plane until he is taken by a flight attendant to the customer-service representative. This person will, in turn, see to it that the child is released only to the authorized person you indicated in your form. Be sure to let the pick-up person know that he/she must present a photo ID to airport personnel before leaving with the child. Many parents fear that their child will somehow become stranded en route to his final destination. It's true that unexpected weather conditions, missed connections, and air-traffic congestion may disrupt flight schedules. Fortunately this doesn't happen often, but it can. Should such an incident occur, an airline representative will be responsible for taking care of your child. Airline policies vary wildly: Some carriers insist that an airline representative stay with the child at all times. Others put children up in hotel rooms and have an airline employee stay in an adjoining room. Still, others send the child to a local police station or child welfare agency if airline personnel can't reach the parents. Do your homework and decide what policy works for you and your child before making a reservation. Note that carriers will assume no responsibility for unaccompanied children beyond those applicable to an adult passenger. Parents will be pleased to know that for layovers of an hour or longer at major airports, many airlines escort their youngest passengers to a “Young Traveler's Club”, stocked with munchies, beverages, and toys. Some more tips; Traveling with children or sending children to visit relatives requires proper planning and safety practices. Dress your children in brightly colored clothes so they are easy to spot. Pinning a whistle to their clothes helps if they get separated from you. Avoid connection flights and the last flights of the day. If your child has never flown before, take them to the airport prior to the flight; explain to them the roles of the various aviation staff so the child will know what to expect or where to ask for help. Make sure your child can recite their name, address and phone number. Pin this same information INSIDE their clothes for safety reasons. A brand new book, game, etc. that has not been seen or played with by the child can insure a quieter flight for all. If your child is traveling alone, make sure they have emergency money to make a phone call if needed. Unaccompanied children should know exactly who is picking them up on the other end of the flight, as well as a back-up adult in case of a change. Children will be children - be sure they know the appropriate behavior while traveling in a public airplane BEFORE getting on the plane - not (loudly) afterward! Children either over-dressed or under-dressed for a flight are guaranteed to be cranky, hot children or cold children that are uncomfortable. Layered clothing is best. Pack a 'ready for anything' bag that is not too heavy, nor unprepared for the flight! If you're dropping your unaccompanied minor off, wait until the plane departs in the event of mechanical delays, etc. If you're picking up an unaccompanied minor, make sure to bring your ID with you to the airport. Business travelers are bringing their children along more and more - stay at a 'child-friendly' hotel. Children can deal better with travel if they are mentally prepared on what to expect - there are books in stores that will help you in this. Keep these tips in mind and we're sure your little one will have a successful solo flight."]
page[11]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0203.htm","Passengers with Disabilities","Millions of people world wide have disabilities, so what rules and procedures are in place to prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in air travel and to ensure that these individuals have the same opportunity as anyone else to enjoy a pleasant flight.","Millions of people world wide have disabilities. The Air Carrier Access Act and the Departments of Transportation (DOT) set out rules and procedures designed to prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in air travel and to ensure that these individuals have the same opportunity as anyone else to enjoy a pleasant flight. Prohibition of Discriminatory Practices; Carriers may not refuse transportation to people on the basis of disability or be required to have an attendant or produce a medical certificate, except in certain limited circumstances specified in the rule. Airlines may exclude anyone from a flight if carrying the person would be inimical to the safety of the flight. If a carrier excludes a person with a disability on safety grounds, the carrier must provide a written explanation of the decision. Airlines may not require advance notice that a person with a disability is traveling. Carriers may require up to 48 hours’ advance notice for certain accommodations that require preparation time (e.g., respirator hook-up, transportation of an electric wheelchair on an aircraft with less than 60 seats). Carriers may not limit the number of disabled persons on a flight. Carriers may not require a person with a disability to travel with an attendant, except in certain limited circumstances specified in the rule. If a disabled passenger and the carrier disagree about the need for an attendant, the airline can require the attendant, but cannot charge for the transportation of the attendant. Airlines may not keep anyone out of a seat on the basis of handicap, or require anyone to sit in a particular seat on the basis of handicap, except as an FAA safety rule requires. FAA's rule on exit row seating says that carriers may place in exit rows only persons who can perform a series of functions necessary in an emergency evacuation. Carriers must allow service animals to accompany passengers in the cabin, as long as they don't block the aisle or other emergency evacuation route. FAA rules also prohibit passengers from bringing their own oxygen. Most airlines will provide aircraft-approved oxygen for a fee, but aren't required to. Accessibility of facilities; New aircraft with 30 or more seats must have movable aisle armrests on half the aisle seats in the aircraft. 'New aircraft' requirements apply to planes delivered after April 5, 1992. No retrofit is required, although compliance with on-board wheelchair requirements (see below) became mandatory on April 5, 1992 regardless of the plane’s age. As older planes are refurbished, required accessibility features (e.g., movable armrests) must be added. New wide-body (twin-aisle) aircraft must have accessible lavatories. New aircraft with 100 or more seats must have priority space for storing a passenger’s folding wheelchair in the cabin. Aircraft with more than 60 seats and an accessible lavatory must have an on-board wheelchair, regardless of when the aircraft was ordered or delivered. For flights on aircraft with more than 60 seats that do not have an accessible lavatory, carriers must place an on-board wheelchair on the flight if a passenger with a disability gives the airline 48 hours’ notice that he or she can use an inaccessible lavatory but needs an on-board wheelchair to reach the lavatory. Airport facilities owned or operated by carriers must meet the same accessibility standards that apply to Federally-assisted airport operators. Most new airplanes must have movable armrests on half the aisle seats, and on-board stowage for one folding passenger wheelchair. Other Services and Accommodations; Airlines are required to provide assistance with boarding, deplaning and making connections. Assistance within the cabin is also required, but not extensive personal services. Ramps or mechanical lifts must be available for most aircraft with 19 through 30 seats at all airports with over 10,000 annual enplanements. Some small commuter aircraft may not be accessible to passengers with severe mobility impairments. When making plans to fly to small cities, such passengers should check on the aircraft type and its accessibility. Airport terminals and airline reservations centers must have TDD telephone devices for persons with hearing or speech impairments. Passengers with vision or hearing impairments must have timely access to the same information given to other passengers at the airport or on the plane concerning gate assignments, delayed flights, safety, etc. Disabled passengers’ items stored in the cabin must conform to FAA rules on the stowage of carry-on baggage. Assistive devices do not count against any limit on the number of pieces of carry-on baggage. Wheelchairs (including collapsible battery-powered wheelchairs) and other assistive devices have priority for in-cabin storage space (including in closets) over other passengers’ items brought on board at the same airport, if the passenger with a disability chooses to pre-board. Wheelchairs and other assistive devices have priority over other items for storage in the baggage compartment. Carriers must accept battery-powered wheelchairs, including the batteries, as checked baggage, and cannot require passengers to sign liability waivers for them (except for pre-existing damage). Packaging the batteries in hazardous materials packages may be necessary. The carrier provides the packaging. Carriers may not charge for providing accommodations required by the rule, such as hazardous materials packaging for batteries. However, they may charge for optional services such as oxygen. Other provisions concerning services and accommodations address treatment of mobility aids and assistive devices, passenger information, accommodations for persons with hearing impairments, security screening, communicable diseases and medical certificates, and service animals. Administrative Provisions; Training is required for carrier and contractor personnel who deal with the traveling public. Carriers must make available specially-trained complaints resolution officials to respond to complaints from passengers and must also respond to written complaints. A DOT enforcement mechanism is also available. The rule applies to all U.S. air carriers providing commercial air transportation. ‘Indirect’ air carriers (e.g. charter operators) are not covered by certain provisions that concern the direct provision of air transportation services. Carriers must obtain an assurance of compliance from contractors who provide services to passengers. Increased Security; In the aftermath of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, security measures have been heightened for the safety of all. While safety and security are the highest priorities, of equal importance is a smooth and safe flight process for passengers with disabilities as they move through the aviation system from origin to destination. None of the new security measures decrease the responsibility of airports and airlines to provide accessible transportation for passengers with disabilities. However, everyone may experience some inconveniences and delays, while the nation adjusts to the new security reality. Skycaps and other appropriate personnel are available to assist passengers (including at curbside) in transporting luggage and to assist those needing wheelchairs. Additionally, parking restrictions and pedestrian walkway modifications may present temporary difficulties to some travelers with disabilities. Passengers with disabilities should contact their airline and the airport well in advance of arrival to determine what revised arrangements have been made to accommodate their needs and identify any additional assistance needed. Letting the airline and the airport know in advance how they can help you will generally result in a smoother trip. People who use wheelchairs and other assistive devices may be asked to cooperate in security searches of these devices. Just as there can be no discrimination against people with disabilities, there can be no compromise to the commitment and enforcement of safety and security standards in the aviation community. Service animals and assistive devices such as walking canes, once inspected to ensure prohibited items are not concealed, are permitted on board an aircraft. Personal wheelchairs and battery-powered scooters may still be used to reach departure gates after they are inspected to ensure that they do not present a security risk. For general information and inquiries on the air traveler with a disability the following contacts have been identified: For airline or airport problems, contact the Customer Relations or Consumer Affairs office of that airline or airport. Your local Department of Transportation (DOT) to register your concern about airline service when experiencing air travel service problems concerning accommodations or services that must be provided to passengers with disabilities. Your local Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for general information for the air traveler with a disability. The Department of Justice regarding general or specific Disability Act requirements, including questions about Standards for Accessible Design. While we are hopeful that the new security procedures will not have a negative impact on your flying experience, we realize that things do not always go as planned. As an air traveler with a disability, if you feel that you have been treated in a discriminatory manner and in a way inconsistent with the safe carriage of all passengers, you may file a complaint against the airline or airport owner. See our pages on How to file complaints."]
page[12]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0204.htm","Travel Tips for Seniors","Just some tips for senior travelers","Senior Fares; Many of the airlines offer special Senior Fares to those people with time and the yearn to travel. Travelers 65 years of age or over may get details on fares, limitations, and any restrictions from the airline's Sales Agent or a travel agent. Fares are subject to change until tickets are purchased, but Senior Fare tickets are sometimes fully refundable (check with Carrier for details and restrictions). Packing and Travel Tips; See also our information on Packing Smart. Leave all jewelry, furs, medicine, eyeglasses, airplane tickets, money, passports, camera equipment, and other valuables out of checked luggage. Carry these items with you. Most other carriers will not reimburse you for these kinds of losses. Take a statement from your physician detailing any particular problems, allergies, and the like, and a copy of medication and eyeglass prescriptions. Anticipate any medication you may need and carry it with you (don't pack it). Convert cash into traveler's checks that can be reissued if lost. Carry the serial numbers separately from the traveler's checks. Tips for Making Reservations; You may make reservations by calling the airline, book via the airline's Website, or via your local travel agent. Airlines compensate travel agents through commissions, so most travel agents do not charge the traveler a fee for services. When asking about price, be sure to ask for the Senior Fare if you qualify. Senior Fares normally apply only to those in the traveling party who are age 65 or over. The airline may have other discounted fares for those not meeting the above age requirements. Some restrictions and seating limitations may apply. When talking with Reservations Sales Agents, if you do not completely understand the information they give you, ask them to repeat or explain it. Be sure to write down the information for your use. Also, make sure the Reservations Sales Agent has heard and spelled your name correctly. If you are traveling during a holiday period or weekend, be sure to make your reservations as far in advance as possible. If it is convenient to your travel plans, mid-day and mid-week travel times are less crowded and afford more personal service at the same price for Seniors who are traveling on Senior Fares. Some airlines offer reservations and information services for hearing impaired Customers who have access to a so called TDD machine (check with the airline for details). If your plans change, please cancel your reservations so others may reserve the seats. Making a flight reservation and purchasing a ticket are two separate functions. Making a reservation confirms a seat on a particular flight. It is necessary to actually purchase a ticket in order to confirm a fare. A customer may purchase Ticketless Travel over the telephone if paying by major credit card (check the airline for details). Tips for Checking In; It is recommended that you check in one (1) hour prior to flight time. This allows you to have ample time to check your luggage and receive your boarding pass without having to hurry. Some Carriers issue tickets, check luggage, and reconfirm reservations at the 'main lobby' ticket counter. Also, either at the ticket counter or at the departure gate desk (mainly in the USA) you must obtain a boarding pass for your flight. You must have a boarding pass to board the aircraft. Some airlines overbook their flights to allow for those passengers who 'no-show' (fail to show up to claim) their reservations. Each airline has its own regulations and cancellation policy. Airlines may require that you check in to obtain your boarding pass and arrive at the departure gate at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time of your flight. Failure to comply with this policy can result in the cancellation of your flight reservation. If this occurs, you will not be eligible for denied boarding compensation. Upon receipt of your ticket, make sure that the ticket has the correct originating city (beginning city of your journey) and destination (ending city of your journey). Payment can be done in various way, varying from cash, credit card, debit cards, checks through traveler checks. If paying by check, you will be required to present a valid identification, such as a passport, driver's license or country/state-issued identification card. If you are traveling on a Senior Fare, you must provide valid proof of age (driver's license or other accepted identification) at the time of ticket purchase and when exchanging your ticket for a boarding pass. A Medicare card is not considered valid proof of age. If a wheelchair is required, request one at the 'main lobby' ticket counter. If traveling with your own electrical wheelchair, you must notify the airline well in advance and check in for your flight at least one hour prior to departure. When checking baggage, be sure to give your final destination (ending city) to the Agent at the ticket counter and not the city where you might connect to another flight. Complimentary coffee, juice, and cold drinks are served on most airline's flights. Alcoholic beverages are often available for purchase. Nuts or other snack items are available on selected flights. Note: Not all airlines serve meals."]
page[13]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0205.htm","Travel with your Pet","What restrictions do airlines apply when traveling with your pet and what can one expect when traveling to a foreign country with an animal.","Many airlines will not allow carriage of live animals, including pets, insects, reptiles, or any other form of livestock, under any circumstances, with the exception of service animals, for transportation in the cabin of the aircraft or in the cargo hold. Others may have restrictions based on time of year or aircraft type. Contact the airline to make sure that restrictions do not apply before you book! Service Animals; Carrier will permit dogs and other service animals used by persons with a disability to accompany the persons on a flight at no charge. Carrier will accept as evidence that an animal is a service animal by presentation of identification cards, other written documentation, presence of harnesses or markings on harnesses, tags, or the credible verbal assurances of the qualified individual with a disability using the animal. Carrier will permit a service animal to accompany a qualified individual with a disability in any seat in which the person sits unless the animal obstructs an aisle or other area that must remain unobstructed in order to facilitate an emergency evacuation. Service animal may not occupy a seat. A trained service animal being delivered to the owner's domicile by a trainer will be permitted to travel at no charge. Animals in training will not be transported. Domestic flights; Traveling domestically with your pet is relatively straightforward. For the airlines that do carry pets it is important that you advise the airline as far in advance as possible, because there is a limited amount of pets that can be transported, even on a larger aircraft. Some airlines do not allow for the transport of pets, so if you’d like your pet to travel with you, make sure that the airline allows it before you buy your ticket. If you are using more than one airline, it is imperative that you check the rules for each of the airlines, as well as whether there are separate fees for each airline, or if it is simply one fee. In the instance of carry on kennels, the airlines that permit this will likely charge the same fee for the carriage of your pet as if it was in the cargo hold. There are two types of travel for a pet: in cabin (or carry on) and in the cargo hold. Kennels that are over 9 or 10 inches (22.8 to 25.4 cm) in height are meant for the cargo hold. Carry on dimensions for pets require that the height be no greater than 9 to 10 inches (22.8 to 25.4 cm) in order that it may fit under the seat in front of you. This means that your pet must be able to stand up comfortably within this height frame. Airlines that do allow for pets to be brought as carry on will also require that you keep your pet inside the kennel for the duration of the flight. The pet may not be strapped in a Passenger seat. In the event the animal becomes offensive or causes a disturbance during transit, at the Captain’s discretion, the pet can be removed at the first en route stop and placed on an alternate carrier at the customer’s expense. Regardless of whether your pet is in the cabin or in the cargo hold, the kennel must be up to standard. In effect, a cardboard box with breathing holes will not cut it. There are hard shell carry on kennels, and soft sided ones which are meant for carry on use. Soft sided carry on kennels are becoming increasingly popular because they often come with shoulder straps, allowing for easier transport of the kennel. Acceptance for carriage of the animals is subject to the condition that the Passenger assumes full responsibility for such animal. The Carrier shall not be liable for injury to or loss, delay, sickness or death of such animal in the event that it is refused entry into or passage through any country, state or territory. The time of year that you travel is also affects whether your pet can travel with you. For example, Airbus A320 aircraft often have winter restrictions because the cargo hold can hover around the freezing mark temperature wise. If you have a pet that is comfortable in such temperatures, the airline may consider transporting your pet if you sign a waiver, releasing the airline of any responsibility. This is a rather frightening prospect to most pet owners, so again, contact the airline and make sure that there are no such restrictions on the aircraft type you will be flying on. International flights; Traveling internationally can prove to be cruel for your pet if the country you are going to imposes a quarantine. It is important to note that a number of countries have quarantines for pets. Australia is known for this because as an island nation, it has been able to remain free of rabies, and a number of other illnesses and diseases. It is therefore a good idea to call the consulate or embassy of the country you are traveling to if you are taking your pets for travel with you internationally. The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry – Australia (AFFA) has a website with useful and detailed information on what pet owners and vets must do, contacts, rules & procedures, tips, required certificates, treatments, lists of quarantine premises, links to other sites, and much more. The United Kingdom, for example, keeps pets in quarantine for six months depending on where you are coming from. The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has a website with very useful and detailed information on what pet owners must do, what vets must do, useful contacts, country rules & procedures, recommendations for your journey, required certificates, treatments, lists & maps of quarantine premises, links to other sites, and much more. For countries where there is no such quarantine, make sure that the veterinarian provides you with documentation that demonstrates your pet’s good health. Make your pet comfortable; So now that all the background work is done, think of what will make your pet comfortable. A familiar blanket or play toy will help, as will lining the bottom of the kennel just in case the experience of travel causes unexpected accidents. Food and water for longer flights is a must, and if you have connecting flights do ask an airline representative (particularly one at a connecting baggage or transfer baggage area) whether your pet has made the connection as well. There is no worse feeling for a pet owner to discover that your pet has misconnected and the next flight is not for hours or days later! On arrival; Upon arrival, proceed to the baggage claim area, where there will usually be a separate area for fragile and oversized items. If not, enquire with the airline representative as to where they will be bringing your pet. In short: Because each airline establishes its own policy, it is important to check with the air carrier you intend to use. Make sure to call the airline in advance to confirm availability, the cost of bringing your pet aboard, and what type of carrier or kennel you'll need. Also, if you want to transport an unusual or exotic animal, check with the airline to be sure they will carry it. Choose your flights with your pet’s well being in mind. Non-stop flights are the best, since they disturb pets less and minimize the risk of their being lost. Also, try to avoid traveling in extreme weather conditions to minimize discomfort for your pet. Be sure to reserve a space for your pet in advance, and inquire about time and location for drop-off and pick-up. Airlines generally require health certificates from all shippers. So it's a good idea to have a licensed veterinarian examine animals within ten days prior to shipment and issue a certificate stating that the animal is in good health. For overseas travel (including Hawaii), inquire about any special health requirements such as quarantine. Cages and other shipping containers must meet the minimum standard for size, ventilation, strength, sanitation and design for safe handling. (Sky kennels furnished by the airlines meet these requirements.) An excess baggage charge for acceptance of an animal in cabin may be charged one-way per container (see Carrier for details). Payment of the charge may only be available at the Carrier's ticketing facility. Cats and dogs must be at least eight weeks old, weaned, and healthy. (Many airlines require a health certificate from a vet dated no more than 10 days prior to your departure date.) Before traveling, accustom your pet to the kennel in which it will be shipped. Make sure that the door latches securely. Do not give your pet solid food in the six hours prior to the flight, although a moderate amount of water and a walk before and after the flight are advised. Do not administer sedation to your pet without the approval of a veterinarian, and provide a test dose before the trip to gauge how the pet will react. If puppies or kittens less than 16 weeks of age are in transit more than 12 hours, food and water must be provided. Older animals must have food at least every 24 hours and water at least every 12 hours. Written instructions for food and water must accompany all animals shipped regardless of the scheduled time in transit. Dogs and cats must not be brought to the airline for shipping more than four hours before departure. (Six hours is permitted if shipping arrangements are made in advance.) When you board, try to tell a pilot and a flight attendant that there is a pet in the cargo hold. The airlines have a system for providing such notification, but it doesn't hurt to mention it yourself. Write your name, address and phone number on the kennel, and make sure your pet is wearing a tag with the same information. Consider purchasing a temporary tag showing your destination address and phone number. Bring a photo of your pet, in case it is lost. Animals may not be exposed to temperatures less than 45F unless they are accompanied by a certificate signed by a veterinarian stating that they are acclimated to lower temperatures. Animals cannot be shipped COD unless the shipper guarantees the return freight should the animals be refused at destination. Be aware that if your animal is lost or harmed during a flight, the same rules and restrictions that apply to baggage will most likely apply to your pet. (Generally, the cap on damaged or missing luggage is about $1250 domestically and half that amount for international flights.) In other words, in terms of airline liability, your pet is worth the same amount as any other cargo. With careful planning, your pet will arrive safely at its destination."]
page[14]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0206.htm","Getting Better Airline Meals","What kind of meal can you expect on board? Did you get what you ordered?","In a slowing economy, airlines are always on the hunt for cost-cutting measures and the catering budget is one that generally gets hit first. Airline carriers have restructured some of their policies on in-flight service to lower costs. Once upon a time, you could expect a meal around normal meal times, but that is no longer the case. Depending on the carrier, the meal time guidelines are based upon the exact time of departure --- even the number of air miles of your flight. Airlines have been reporting dramatic increases in special meal requests over the past 2-3 years. Clearly people are now more conscious of their diet, but many passengers are also seeking to improve their selections during the flights. Almost 60 percent of special meals now ordered are vegetarian or fruit plates. However, ordering special meals generally requires 24 hours notification and is never guaranteed. To combat the negative publicity surrounding airline food, many carriers have not only tried to cut costs, but improve the product. It is not an easy task to provide great tasting food at altitudes our commercial carriers fly in. As anyone who’s ever attempted to bake a cake at a mountain cabin will know, foods heat up and cook much differently at higher altitudes. Not only do they have a tendency to dry out at these altitudes, but food will also taste blander in the higher altitudes than in lower altitudes. The human body has a tendency to swell as well in higher altitudes, which can also affect our taste buds. Travel of any sort is not only mentally draining, but physically as well. 'Fast energy foods' provide immediate effects upon our systems, but creates a ‘mountain and valley’ of energy peaks throughout an airline trip. In the past several years, nutritional experts have discovered that a proper balance of carbohydrates and proteins produces the optimum benefit to travelers. Protein--meat, fish, poultry, tofu, eggs and beans--helps your brain function, because the end products of its digestion (amino acids) are used to make neurotransmitters in the brain. These are the chemical messengers that orchestrate emotions, feelings, mood and hunger. One amino acid, tyrosine, is needed to make the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine, which are associated with alertness and improved mental function. After a well-balanced meal that includes protein, tyrosine reaches its proper level. However, it takes three to four hours for tyrosine to reach the brain and protein alone won't make you a clearer thinker. You've got to fuel your body, not just your brain. Otherwise you'll feel physically fatigued, which will take a toll on your mental performance. The solution is to add some carbohydrates. The energy effect of carbohydrates is more immediate, usually delivering its fuel in less than an hour. It takes about five hours for the fuel of fibrous foods to reach the bloodstream. Foods that contain fat slow down digestion. One can get a time-released effect by combining fast-energy foods with longer lasting ones. A peanut butter and jelly sandwich on whole wheat bread is ideal, as is a baked potato stuffed with vegetables. And, during your marathon of changing planes or rushing to catch flights and taxis, snack on a combination of fruits, nuts and whole grain cereal to maintain your energy and mental alertness levels. Avoid that quick stop at the ice cream stand or the hot dog concessionaire at the airport! Your body will thank you for it later! It's not easy to heat and provide decent meals at 35,000 feet but there are methods to get better airline meals. Make sure your flight plans include a meal at all to begin with. Consider ordering a 'special meal' - investigate the options the airline offers. If you want a special meal (there is no additional charge), request it when you make your flight reservation. Special meal requests require from 6 to 24 hours notice - make sure you've done this. Reconfirm your special meal request 48 hours prior to departure. When you check-in for your flight, ask the gate attendant if there is a special meal request notated in your reservation. Higher percentage business flights generally offer hot meals. If your schedule allows it, fly early in the morning or late at night, week days instead of weekends. Don't count on a meal with a long trip that connects - you could miss being fed on both flights. Avoid 'quick energy' foods. Instead, eat low-fat, high protein/carbohydrate foods. Avoid dehydration and caffeine - both will make you feel tired by the end of the trip. Consider 'brown bagging' it - even to preparing your food at home and having the flight attendant micro waving it on board. Make sure to alert them upon boarding however - don't wait until meal service starts."]
page[15]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0207.htm","Group Policies","Policy on Groups Booked as Individuals.","Policy on Groups Booked as Individuals - When ten (10) or more Customers are booked by a single individual, company, corporation, or booking agency for travel on the same scheduled service boarding at the same origin with the same destination and for the same purpose, their reservations must be made as a group through the Carriers' Group Travel Center, and all applicable group policies and procedures must be followed. If the booking entity fails to make such reservations as a group, the Carrier reserves the right to assess a penalty upon, and/or revoke the authority of the booking entity to sell the Carriers' transportation services. Multiple Group Reservations Policy - The Carrier reserves the right to limit seats by flight for group reservations. The Carrier reserves the right to cancel future date group requests for space, not accept group reservations, and/or require that group reservations be converted to ticketed individual reservations at the applicable individual fare or be forfeited if group reservation utilization reveals what the Carrier considers to be inadequate usage of seats."]

page[16]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo03.htm","Booking a flight","Booking an airline ticket is easier than it seems.","Booking an airline ticket is easier than it seems, but it requires a basic understanding of the terminology used in air travel. First of all, one must understand the difference between a charter, a regular and a scheduled flight. And, when a scheduled flight is the best travel option, then one should familiarize themselves with the various carriers, airports, codes, abbreviations, classes and much more. But, do realize that booking online is not a must! There are thousands of websites with search engines for flights on the Internet. One can always visit a travel agent to book a trip. Air transportation is subject to the fares and charges, which is the single biggest expense on many trips. So, you not only want to book a flight, but you also want to pay a reasonable fare, if not the cheapest fare. Have a look on our pages “What Airfares to Expect”, as they will help you getting the most value for your money. Different Types of Flight; First of all, one must understand the difference between a charter, a regular and a scheduled flight. This awareness will help in deciding on your best options, taking into account the level of flexibility you are willing to take, the airfare structures applied to each of the different types and the limitations they have. Definitions; @-Travelers should have a basic understanding of the terminology used in air travel. Familiarize yourself with the various carriers, airports, codes, abbreviations, classes and much more, used in timetables and other flight information. A summary of terms that we believe can be important to @-travelers can be found here in our glossary. Aviation ABC; In the world of Aviation, Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers and Airline’s Customer Service Agents use the Phonetic Alphabet. It is a great way to make sure you are understood wherever you are in the world. For an introduction to the Aviation Lingo, have a look at the aviation ABC and their corresponding words. Where and what to book; Where do you start your search? What type of flight should you book? Should you book online with an @-Travel Agent, an Airline, a Consolidator, or should you buy your ticket at an auction? In the section, we will do our best to guide you step by step through the process of finding what you need, but we hope that our website “FlyLowCost” will provide you with what you are looking for. Reservations and tickets; Once you decide when and where you want to go, and which airline you want to use, getting reservations and tickets is a fairly simple process. You can make all of your arrangements via the internet, by telephone, at the airline's ticket office, or through a travel agent or other ticket outlet. However, there are a few potential pitfalls. Online Travel Reservations; Online travel shopping via the airline's Website is safe and secure. The online travel planning and booking applications use some of the best encryption technology available today. The customer's right to privacy and security is a major focus for the airlines, whose goal it is to help maintain control over personal data while continuing to offer the best online solution to help the customer plan their business or personal travel. Paying for and refunding airline tickets; There are different ways to pay for your airline tickets, such as cash, personal checks and credit cards. Each of the payment methods has its advantages and disadvantages. And, when it comes to refunding, keep in mind that in many cases the Carrier is a non-refund airline. However, requests for refunds may be considered in exceptional circumstances and under certain conditions. Public Charter Flights; If your flight has been arranged by a club or other organization for its members, it may be what is called an 'affinity' charter flight. These charters generally do not carry the consumer protection provisions of Public Charters. Be sure you know what kind of charter flight you are purchasing. Travel Consolidators; Consolidator are companies that buys tickets from the airlines in bulk or carries its own contract with the airlines. They usually get very low fares and higher commissions. This allows them to sell airline tickets at up to 50% less than published fares. Most consolidators sell these tickets only to travel agents while some others may sell them to the public as well. How to find cheap air fares; There is nothing more frustrating than to get on a plane and find out the guy in the seat next to you has paid hundreds of dollars less for his seat than you paid for yours, while you’re still getting the very same seat and service on the same plane. On many trips the single biggest expense is airfare. Airlines charge lots of different fares for seats on the very same plane. Looking for Cheap Airfares? Here are some guidelines to help you getting the most value for your money. Links to travel sites; It is possible that our Fly Low Cost site was not able to provide you with the cheap flight you were looking for. Therefore, to assist you in finding a cheap flight, links to about over sixty online travel sites can be found here. Of course, one can always book a scheduled flight with the airline itself. An overview with links of many familiar airline carriers can be found on the page Airlines of the World."]
page[17]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0301.htm","Different Types of Flight","Charter flights, Camping flights, Regular flights and Scheduled flights.","“Charter flights” are generally part of a complete package, which includes flight and accommodation. Normally passengers would not be allowed on such flights if they did not book a hotel accommodation as well. However, the only exceptions to this are so called “camping flights”. Cheap charter flights may be offered. Refunds of paid airfares are normally not or only partly possible when e.g. canceling a charter flight, unless the reason for cancellation was covered through a cancellation insurance. Also, charter flights do not have fixed or scheduled departure times, which means that the date & time can change up to the last minute without prior notice, nor the ability to recover the delay. ”Regular flights” stand midway between a scheduled flight and a charter flight. Regular flights are operated with a fixed schedule, but the fares are certainly not the same as for scheduled flights. Low cost carriers, such as Southwest, WestJet, easyJet, Ryanair, Virgin Express, AirTran, Sky Europe, Air Lib Express and Freedom Air, are good examples of airlines offering regular flights. Each of the airline’s website will provide information on their flight schedules, however, only this www.flylowcost.com provides timetable information and booking facilities on all the low cost carriers. ”Scheduled flights” operate in accordance with a fixed schedule (timetable) and are bound to airfares imposed by international treaties or the International Air Transportation Association (IATA), which is in effect a cartel for airlines under voluntary membership. This cartel controls high-ticket prices and exists only because of a special exemption granted to them under anti-trust laws. There are two conditions of membership for airlines in IATA, namely the fact that their regulation prohibits member airlines from discounting prices and that those member airlines all agree to sell tickets only at approved IATA prices. However, no international treaties or the IATA restricts how much commission an airline can pay an agent for selling their tickets. The airline pays a much larger commission to e.g. consolidators and the consolidator rebates part of the commission back to the traveler in the form of a discounted ticket. In addition, the airlines may promote special offers, which generally can be obtained through either a travel agent or the airline direct."]
page[18]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0302.htm","Aviation ABC","In the world of Aviation, Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers and Airline’s Customer Service Agents use the Phonetic Alphabet.","A:Alpha B:Bravo C:Charlie D:Delta E:Echo F:Foxtrot G:Golf H:Hotel I:India J:Juliet K:Kilo L:Lima M:Mike N:November O:Oscar P:Papa Q:Quebec R:Romeo S:Sierra T:Tango U:Uniform V:Victor W:Whiskey X:X-ray Y:Yankee Z:Zulu"]
page[19]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0303.htm","Where and what to book","Flight schedules can generally be found on the airline’s website, however, normally only present flights operated by themselves and/or their partners. There are also large organizations that maintain databases with flight schedules of most, if not all, the airlines worldwide.","Before you start your search, you will have to decide how flexible you are towards the date of departure, date of return and the type of flight (scheduled, regular, charter). Flight schedules can generally be found on the airline’s website. These website, however, normally only present flights operated by themselves and/or their partners. There are also large organizations that maintain databases with flight schedules of most, if not all, the airlines worldwide. The advantage of such organization’s website, such as oag.com and amadeus.net, is that they have powerful search engines and that they operate independently from the airlines. The websites of travel agents are using so called ticketing or bookings systems, of which the Sabre, Worldspan, Galileo and Amadeus are the largest and most common. In principle they maintain a database with all scheduled flights operated worldwide. However, as this is not always the case, it is recommended to visit more than one search engine. Amadeus is the only one that made its database available to the general public and objectively displays the information, without any filtering, sorting or prioritisation of information based on partnerships. It is the ideal search engine to start the planning and booking of your journey. How to proceed? Start your search at Amadeus. Print off the results presented. Next, read the information we provided on “What fares to expect” and some information on fares provided below. Then, you continue your search by e.g. using the booking mechanism of our website, following the links provided below under “Types of flights”, or using any of the links provided in our overview of various travel websites. Compare the results from the search in the travel agent’s, travel portal’s and/or airline’s websites with the results you printed off when you started your search at Amadeus. As a last step, compare the various conditions and fares, and make your pick. Note that “charter” and “regular” flights are not shown in the search results presented by travel agent’s and other search engines websites. For “charter” flights, check out one of the links listed in the “links to travel sites” page. For “regular” flights, “Fly Low Cost” is the only website that contains the information you need. Fares: Scheduled Flights fares are a nightmare. It is indeed possible to fly cheap, even with a scheduled flight. The passenger in the plane next to you may have paid four times as much for the seat and service! There are many codes and terminologies used associated with air travel, a summary of which can be found on our glossary (Defintions). Below are some terms that can be important to @-travelers: Most airlines apply the rule that when you stay overnight from Saturday till Sunday at your destination, you can benefit from a very low fare. This is called the Sunday Rule and is coded as SU on flight information tables. Y25 indicates that the rate is only valid for passengers younger than 25 years of age. DUO means that you can only obtain the tickets when booked for two people. Other important abbreviations are APEX and EXCURSION: these are generally special airfares for which certain rules apply, such as Sunday Rule, paid in full when booked and non-refundable. Some of these codes can even be combined. Special fares are only valid for Economy Class tickets, whether coded as Y-class or otherwise. Business Class is normally coded as C- or J-class. First class is coded as F- or P-class. If FF (or Full Fare) is presented, you will have to pay the full fare, which is the most expensive fare. However, FF does provide you with some benefits, such as a full refund of your ticket price, even when you did not show up for your flight (no show), you can change form one airline company to another, etc. Open Jaw is a type of ticket arrangement which is used in case the airport of arrival is not the same as the airport of departure on the return flight or the next phase of your journey. One could arrive from New York at Phoenix (Arizona) and then drive to Los Angeles (California) with a rental car in order to take a return flight to New York. Open Return is used for return tickets whereby the return date has been left open. Global Tickets allow you to travel around the world. The website Airstop provides a good overview of such “global tickets” and its possibilities. Stopover means a break in Passenger's journey at an Agreed Stopping Place, which break has been agreed to in advance by the Carrier. Some airlines allow for a “stopover” (on long haul flights) of a couple of days, after which you proceed your journey, without the need of booking two separate flights. Note that the cheaper the ticket, the more conditions are associated with it. Types of flights: “Charter flights” are generally part of a complete package, which includes flight and accommodation. However, cheap charter flights may be offered in the form of so called “camping flights” or “public charters” and thus can provide excellent value. Charter flights often operate nonstop in markets where scheduled flights would be less direct and do not have fixed or scheduled departure times, which means that the date & time can change up to the last minute without prior notice. In addition, many charters don't have all of the restrictions of scheduled-service discount fares, e.g. advance-purchase, stay over a Saturday night, stay no more than 30 days, etc. Finally, most charter fares aren't 'capacity-controlled' like scheduled-service discount fares; every seat on the airplane is usually available at the advertised fare. 'Public Charters' can be purchased from a tour operator, a travel agent, or sometimes directly from the airline. Some sites where one can book a charter flight, without hotel accommodation, include www.shopsmart.otc-uk.com, www.bargainholidays.be, www.directflights.com and www.airstop.com. There are, however, various conditions and/or restrictions associated with “public charters”, which can be found here. ”Regular flights” stand midway between a scheduled flight and a charter flight. These flights follow a fixed schedule (timetable) of departure and arrival times, but the fares are not the same as the ones of scheduled flights. Good examples of airlines operating regular flights are all the “low cost” carriers mentioned in this website. For a full list of all the Low Cost Airlines identified so far, have a look at “About Low Cost Airlines”. If you intend to book a flight with one of the low cost carriers, on the book with a low cost carrier first select the continent of your journey (e.g. Europe). All the cities from which you can depart and which are operated by these carriers are listed. Select the city of departure. Next, all the destinations operated by these airlines from the departing city you selected previously are displayed. When you select your destination, a timetable will be displayed for that route for each of the carriers operating that route. To book your flight, just click on the airline’s logo. ”Scheduled flights” operate in accordance with a fixed schedule (timetable) and are bound to airfares imposed by international treaties or the International Air Transportation Association (IATA). However, discounted or promotional tickets may be offered, which generally can be obtained through either a travel agent or the airline direct. Tickets generally can be booked via travel agent’s websites, such as www.connections.be, www.travelstreet.com, www.airstop.com, www.libertytv.com, www.travelprice.com, or just have a look at our list with links to travel sites. On the websites www.amadeus.net and www.oag.com (less information) one can find information on scheduled flights. The advantage of these sites is that they use search engines that have not been “manipulated”, in other words, these sites are not sponsored by airlines and give objective information. You can, of course, always book a scheduled flight via the airline itself. The pages “Airlines of the World” contain many links to airlines all over the world. Large “travel portals” in various continents have been placed on the internet, of which airlines are the biggest shareholders. Some examples of such “travel portals” are www.orbitz.com (America), www.opodo.com (Europe) and www.zuji.com (Asia). International travel agents all over the world, such as www.cheaptickets.com, www.travelocity.com, www.flights.com, www.ebookers.com, www.lastminute.com, www.expedia.com and www.lowestfare.com try to benefit from the opportunities the internet bring them and are closely monitoring the impact these “travel portals” may have on their success. “Last Minute” bookings are flight booked at the very last minute, certainly not earlier than fourteen days before the date of departure. The advantage of last minute bookings are often the cheap fares you can get, if there are enough seats unsold. The risk of waiting until the last minute is, of course, the fact that no seats may be available anymore. Two examples of sites offering “last minute” flights are www.expedia.com and www.europebyair.com, or visit the airline’s website, as they may also offer “last minute” flights. “Promotion” or special offers may include discounts, additional nights, special meals, excursions, etc. Generally you are better off with promotions than with last minute bookings. Promotions can generally be found on the Airline’s websites. For links to most of the airlines in the world, have a look here."]
page[20]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0304.htm","Reservations and tickets","Once you decide when and where you want to go, and which airline you want to use, getting reservations and tickets is a fairly simple process.","Once you decide when and where you want to go, and which airline you want to use, getting reservations and tickets is a fairly simple process. There are a few potential pitfalls, however, and these pointers should help you avoid them. If your travel plans fall into a busy period, make your reservations early. Flights for holidays may sell out weeks-sometimes months-ahead of time. Don't buy a standby fare or an 'open return' ticket if you need to fly during a high-demand period. You could be stranded for a week or more before a seat becomes available. Verify the on-time performance for any flights that you are considering. This is usually represented by a one-digit code in the reservations computer that shows how often that flight arrived on time (within 15 minutes) during the most recent reported month. For example, an '8' means that flight arrived within 15 minutes of the scheduled arrival time between 80% and 89.9% of the time. If you are deciding between two flights with similar schedules and fares, you may want to choose the one with the better on-time record. (not all airlines are required to maintain such codes.) When you make a reservation, be sure your personal information is recorded accurately. Before you hang up, leave the website or the ticket office, review all of the essential information, including the spelling of your name, the flight numbers and travel dates, and the cities you are traveling between. If there is more than one airport at either city, be sure you check which one you'll be using. It's also important to give the airline your home and work telephone numbers so they can let you know if there is any change in their schedule. Your (electronic) ticket will show the flight number, departure time, date, and status of your reservation for each flight of your itinerary. The 'status' box is important. 'OK' means you're confirmed. Anything else means that the reservation is not yet certain (e.g., waitlisted). A 'direct' (or 'through') flight can have one or more stops. Sometimes flights with only one flight number can even involve a change of planes. Ask about your exact routing. If you are flying to a small city and your flight number has four digits, you may be booked on a commuter airline that has an agreement with the major carrier in whose name the flight is held out. If you are unsure, verify the airline and the aircraft type. When a reservations agent asks you to buy your tickets by a specific time or date, this is a deadline. And if you don't make the deadline, the airline may cancel your reservations without telling you. Try to have your (electronic) tickets in hand before you go to the airport. This speeds your check-in and helps you avoid some of the tension you might otherwise feel if you had to wait in a slow-moving ticketing line and worry about missing your flight. If your reservations are booked far enough ahead of time, the airline may offer to mail your tickets to you. However, if you don't receive the tickets and the airline's records show that they mailed them, you may have to go through cumbersome lost-ticket procedures (see the end of this chapter). It is safer to check the telephone directory for a conveniently located travel agency or airline ticket office and buy your tickets there, or ask for an electronic ticket. As soon as you receive your ticket check to make sure all the information on it is correct, especially the airports (if any of the cities have more than one) and the flight dates. Have any necessary corrections made immediately. Bring a photo I.D. when you fly, and have your airline ticket issued using your name as it appears on that I.D. Many airlines are requesting such identification at check-in in order to reduce the re- selling of discount tickets. (Airlines don't permit tickets to be sold or given to other persons.) On international flights, make sure your name is the same on your ticket and your passport. If your name has recently changed and the name on your ticket and your I.D. are different, bring documentation of the change (e.g., a marriage certificate or court order). It's a good idea to reconfirm your reservations before you start your trip; flight schedules sometimes change. On international trips, most airlines require that you reconfirm your onward or return reservations at least 72 hours before each flight. If you don't, your reservations may be canceled. Check your ticket as you board each flight to ensure that only the correct coupon has been removed by the airline agent. Reservations; Reservations will be honored on all Carrier's flights where applicable, but must be claimed at the ticketing, check-in or gate departure desk at least a certain time (see Carrier for details) before scheduled departure time. Failure of the passenger to check in and receive a boarding pass at least within the required time before the scheduled or posted aircraft departure time may result in cancellation of the passenger’s reserved space. A reservation of space on a given flight is valid when the availability and allocation of such space: is confirmed by the issuance by Carrier or its Authorized Travel Agent of a ticket that reflects space on a specific flight and date and with status 'O.K.'; or is confirmed by a reservations sales agent of Carrier, or upon issuance of a Ticketless travel confirmation number, and the passenger's name is entered into Carrier's reservations system. Failure of the passenger to honor the check-in time limit will result in cancellation of the passenger's reserved space. Carrier will refuse to carry any person when such action is necessary to comply with applicable governmental regulation. When a round trip or multi-segment reservation has been made and the passenger fails to honor his or her reservation for the any portion of the trip, Carrier will cancel, without notification, the remaining portion or the continuing portion of the passenger's reservations. With some Carriers a reservation for a particular flight is confirmed by the issuance by us of a Confirmation Number. It is not necessary for you to reconfirm a flight for which there is a Confirmation Number. Tickets; No person shall be entitled to transportation except upon presentation of a valid ticket. Such ticket shall entitle the passenger to transportation only between points of origin and destination. A ticket which has been altered, mutilated or improperly issued shall not be valid. A ticket is valid for one (1) year from date of issue, except as noted below: Tickets issued through Carrier’s Ticket By Mail service expire for purposes of travel ten (10) days after the last confirmed travel date, unless further restricted by rules governing the fare basis; and Tickets or Ticketless travel authorizations issued with fare restrictions, i.e., nonrefundable tickets, are valid only on the flight and date shown on the ticket or Ticketless travel authorization. If a Customer purchases transportation with fare restrictions but chooses not to travel on the flight and date for which the ticket or Ticketless travel authorization is issued, the fare paid may, within one (1) year from the date of purchase, be applied toward the purchase of another ticket; however, the new ticket may, without penalty or fee, be more expensive or subject to different terms, conditions, or restrictions. No cash refund or credit card adjustments will be made for tickets with fare restrictions, i.e., 'non-refundable,' 'valid only on flight date shown on ticket,' etc. Tickets are not transferable unless specific thereon, but Carrier is not liable to the owner of a ticket for honoring or refunding such ticket when presented by another person. Carrier will provide Prepaid Ticketing Advice (PTA) for its Customers who make payments at the appropriate fare for tickets to be secured at a separate time and/or location for reserved and confirmed travel between any two points on its system. Such pre-purchased tickets can only be secured from a ticket counter of Carrier and may not be secured later that 90 days after the last travel date for which prepayment is made. Valid identification of the passenger will be required at the time of ticketing. Carrier will impose a service charge (see Carrier for details) for each PTA transaction. This service charge is not subject to discount and will not be refunded. Lost Tickets - When a passenger loses his/her ticket or a portion of his/her ticket, the passenger will be required to purchase another ticket, at published fares, before transportation will be furnished between the points covered by the lost ticket. Carrier will not replace or refund lost tickets. The evidence of the contract for carriage is the Ticket. The Ticket, these Conditions of Carriage and Carrier's Regulations (including applicable Tariffs) together constitute the terms and conditions of the contract of carriage between you and us. These Conditions of Carriage and the Carrier's Regulations are accessible in full on the Website and copies may be obtained from Carrier's offices at the addresses stated at the end of these Conditions of Carriage and at check-in. When a reservation was made on the Internet, a confirmation message will be received by e-mail with a 'Reservation Number'. This number is customer's proof of purchase. Simply present this number at the Carrier's desk at the airport, with a valid passport/ID, and a boarding pass will be issued."]
page[21]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0305.htm","Online Travel Reservations","Guidelines the airlines use to protect your information when you visit the airline's Website.","The following are guidelines the airlines use to protect your information when you visit the airline's Website. To make the online experience as secure as possible, it is recommended to use a security-enabled browser (such as Microsoft Internet Explorer version 4.0 or greater, or Netscape Navigator version 4.0 or greater). The personal information send regarding the online purchases is encrypted by using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. This provides for the encryption of any information that is transferred across the Internet from customer's computer to the Carrier's servers and databases, including: customer name user name and password address, phone number, email address personal preference information credit card number The airlines use the customer's profile information only to support the customer relationship with them and do not engage in the selling or marketing of personal information. The airline only requires personal information when it is essential to do so (such as holding or finalizing the reservation or working with their frequent flyer system). Storage of personal information is needed only to better serve the customer and to allow the airline to make customer's travel purchases quickly and easily. Personal information is requested in two instances: 1. Subscription and Registration; To gain access to real-time airline reservations and frequent flyer systems, the customer has the option of creating Online User Accounts and Personal Profiles. The process of creating a profile begins by filling out a simple registration form, which is entirely optional and will allow for the full benefit of the airline's online reservation and frequent flyer systems. Setting up an Accounts and User Profiles carries a number of benefits. It allows to: Personalize the airline's reservations area to customer's preferences. Store important and basic information so that the customer does not have to enter it each time they return to the airline to book travel arrangements. Review the history of online bookings with the airline. Access and review the account in the airline's frequent flyer system. 2. Final Travel Purchase and Confirmation; In order to complete the travel reservation properly and comply with recent government-mandated security regulations, the airline must have the correct legal names for each traveler. This information is necessary to enter, along with contact information, should the Carrier need to contact the customer about their travel reservation."]
page[22]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0306.htm","Public Charter Flights","A Public Charter may include only the flights, or it may be sold as a complete package, including hotels, guided tours, and ground transportation.","A Public Charter may include only the flights, or it may be sold as a complete package, including hotels, guided tours, and ground transportation. Either way, your rights are spelled out in an 'operator/participant contract' that you have with the charter operator. The operator or your travel agent should give you a contract to sign at the time you purchase your trip. Read it before you pay any money. The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires charter operators to disclose certain information in their contract about the restrictions that they impose and also rights that you have under our rules: You usually pay penalties if you cancel. The closer to departure you cancel, the bigger the penalty. Most scheduled-service discount fares are non-refundable, but allow you to re-use the ticket at another time for a fee; charters may or may not permit this. On some charters, if a substitute can go in your place you only lose a small fee. You can buy trip cancellation insurance. These policies usually provide a refund in case you must cancel due to illness or death in the family. Your travel agent or tour operator can tell you how to buy the insurance and what health conditions it does or doesn't cover. Charter cancellation insurance often won't pay you if you must cancel because of a preexisting condition. The charter operator or airline can cancel a Public Charter for any reason up until 10 days before departure. Your flight might be canceled if it doesn't sell well or for some other reason. This is a risk you take in return for a low fare. (During the last 10 days before departure, a Public Charter can be canceled only if it is physically impossible to operate it.) All charter flights and ground arrangements are subject to changes. Signing a contract does not guarantee that your fare won't be increased before departure or that the itinerary won't change. But, if there is a 'major change' in your flight or tour, you have the right to cancel and get a penalty-free refund. Major changes include: A change in departure or return city (not including a simple change in the order in which cities are visited). A change in departure or return date, unless the date change results from a flight delay. (However, a flight delay of more than 48 hours is a major change.) A substitution of a hotel that was not named as an alternate hotel in your contract. An increase in price, if the total of all increases billed to you is more than 10% of what you originally paid. (No increases are allowed during the last 10 days before departure.) If your charter operator notifies you of a major change before departure, you get a full refund if you decide to cancel. If you choose not to cancel, the operator is not required to make partial refunds. However, if you don’t find out about a change until after your trip has begun, you can reject the changed flight or hotel, make and pay for your own alternative plans, and insist on a refund for the original component when you get home. If you decide to accept a change in date or city, keep in mind the effect it will have on any connecting scheduled-service arrangements you may have made, particularly if your scheduled-service fare restricts your ability to make changes. Public charters can be sold on a one-way basis, but no 'open returns' are allowed on round-trip public charters. Be sure you have a specific return date, city, and flight, so you won't be stranded. The charter operator has to take specific steps to protect your money. The operator must have a surety agreement, such as a bond, and must usually have an escrow account at a bank that holds your money until your flight operates. If your money is going into a charter escrow account, the bank will be named in your contract, and the check that is sent to the charter operator should be made payable to that bank. (If you are using a travel agent, it’s OK for you to make your check out to that agent; the agency will make its check payable to the escrow account.) Identify the departure date and destination on the face of the check. If you pay by credit card, the charter operator is required to ensure that your payment is deposited in the escrow account. If a charter operator goes out of business you should contact the surety company or bank identified in your contract for a refund. You alone are responsible for knowing if you need a visa and passport for your trip. You can be certain of the visa and passport rules of the countries you plan to visit by calling or writing their embassies or their consulates. If your luggage gets lost during your tour, there may be a dispute over who is liable. The charter airlines process claims for bags that were lost or damaged while in their possession. If it is not clear where the problem occurred (e.g. between the airport and a hotel), the operator and the airline may both decline liability. To cover yourself, find out if your renter’s or homeowner’s insurance policy covers losses that happen when you're away from home. You might also ask your travel agent if there’s a one-shot baggage insurance policy available to cover baggage problems while you are on your charter trip. Your charter may be delayed. Last-minute schedule changes and departure delays of several hours are not uncommon on charters. A flight can be delayed up to 48 hours before the charter operator must offer you the option to cancel with a full refund. Charters and scheduled flights operate independently of each other. If there's a delay on the scheduled flight connecting you to the city where your charter departs, causing you to miss your charter, you lose your flight and money. Charter reservations are only good for one flight. If you miss it for any reason, you're probably out of luck. Check with the charter operator to see if he has another charter flying to your destination. If your charter is late returning and causes you to miss a scheduled connecting flight back to your home, you have to pay your own expenses while you wait for the next connection. You may also have to pay a higher fare to switch to another scheduled-service flight if you were ticketed at a discount fare. Bottom line: leave plenty of connecting time between charter and scheduled flights when making your arrangements. Your baggage can’t be checked through from a scheduled flight to a charter, and vice-versa. You have to claim your baggage and re-check it yourself. When planning a charter, allow plenty of time to check in at the airport from which your charter leaves, or from which you have a connecting flight. On international trips, remember that you may encounter delays in Customs. You might find seating space for your charter plane to be more crowded than you're used to. In addition, 'load factors' are usually higher, which means less chance of an empty middle seat next to you if you’re traveling alone. The low charter rate depends in part on spreading costs over a large number of people with virtually all of the seats being filled. Check-in deadlines are lengthier on charters than on scheduled-service flights. Three hours is not unusual for an international charter. If a charter flight hasn’t sold out shortly before departure, the operator can sell seats at bargain basement prices to latecomers. Some who have paid the regular price well in advance may object, but should realize that the operator's alternative may be to cancel the flight altogether for economic reasons. Charter rates are relatively low, but might not be the cheapest fare to your destination. Ask your travel agent to compare fares on scheduled and charter flights for you. Charters offer nonstop flights for an affordable price. They can be a wise travel investment if you can be flexible in your travel plans. Just be sure you know the conditions for the trip you're buying before you pay for it."]

page[23]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo04.htm","What Fares to expect","Airlines charge lots of different fares for seats on the very same plane.","Airlines charge lots of different fares for seats on the very same plane. Nearly all airlines nowadays use a complicated system called yield management to juggle prices up and down according to demand as a means of maximizing revenue. The more seats that have been booked on a flight, the higher the remaining ticket prices rise. Airlines do not want to fly empty seats, so they monitor their sales carefully. If seats aren't selling, cheaper seats will become available. However, keep in mind you may have to sacrifice some convenience in exchange for cheap airfares. Layovers, connections, and odd departure times may or may not come with the price of cheap airfares. The price of an airline ticket also depends on where you want to travel, when you want to go, and how long you want to stay. Certain times of the day or the year call for more yield management. International airfares remain regulated by international treaties and by the International Air Transportation Association (IATA). The IATA is in effect a cartel for airlines under voluntary membership. The cartel controls high-ticket prices and exists only because of a special exemption granted to them under US anti-trust laws. There are two conditions of membership for airlines in IATA. IATA regulation prohibits member airlines from discounting prices and member airlines all agree to sell tickets only at approved IATA prices. Airlines like the IATA because it keeps prices high. General Application of Fares Air transportation is subject to the fares and charges. Sure, but when are they in effect, what if the fares increase, what if the fares decrease, what route do they apply to, what airline do they apply to and what is or is not includes in the fares? A general description on the application of fares, including group policies, infant, youth, military, senior citizens discount and internet fares are provided here. How to find cheap air fares There is nothing more frustrating than to get on a plane and find out the guy in the seat next to you has paid hundreds of dollars less for his seat than you paid for yours, while you’re still getting the very same seat and service on the same plane. On many trips the single biggest expense is airfare. Airlines charge lots of different fares for seats on the very same plane. Looking for Cheap Airfares? Here are some guidelines to help you getting the most value for your money. Travel Consolidators Consolidator are companies that buys tickets from the airlines in bulk or carries its own contract with the airlines. They usually get very low fares and higher commissions. This allows them to sell airline tickets at up to 50% less than published fares. Most consolidators sell these tickets only to travel agents while some others may sell them to the public as well. Specific ways to get cheap airfares Here are some specific ways to get or find cheap airfares, varying from enrolling into a frequent flyer program, acquiring a frequent flyer credit card, using charter airline flights, traveling as courier to senior and student discounts. Consider AirHitch for the Cheapest Tickets to Europe You figured out the total budget for your trip to Europe, decided that you are very flexible in when you can begin and end your trip and decided to find an excellent airfare bargain. After a bit of research you will find that your options are not as limited as you imagined. An easy way to find Cheap Airfares It's getting easier to find a cheap fare. Instead of browsing around in 'Outstanding Deals' or a similar section for super low fares, while entering departing city, destination, dates, times, number of passengers and age of passengers, over and over again, there is an easier way to find cheap airfares. A Way to Free Air Travel Are you quite flexible and willing to wait hours in an airport and go slightly out of your way on the flight home? The airline may reward you for this, big time. Why? Airlines must overbook flights. If you are one of the people willing to give up your seat for a later flight you will get nicely compensated in return."]
page[24]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0401.htm","General Application of Fares","Transportation is subject to the fares and charges in effect on the date on which such ticket, PTA (Prepaid Ticket Advice) or coupon book was issued.","Transportation is subject to the fares and charges in effect on the date on which such ticket, PTA (Prepaid Ticket Advice) or coupon book was issued. If a ticket, PTA or coupon book has been issued before an increase in the fare becomes effective, it shall be honored for transportation between the points, and at the class of service for which it was purchased. Fares published with Airline’s Tariff Publishers appear major computer Reservations Systems and apply only between the points named and via the routing as shown in the current airline's schedule. All published fares and charges are stated in local currency. Some airlines have a so called price promise, which means that any passenger who has made a booking and subsequently finds that lower fares (including all applicable charges) for the same flight with the airline are now available will be refunded the difference under the following conditions: The only exception to this is if the lower fare is part of a promotional offer. In the case of fare difference paid to make a transfer or name change, the airline will not refund below the value of the original fare paid in the initial booking. All transfer fees and name change fees are non-refundable. Each fare for each leg of the journey must be treated separately because we sell singles and not returns. To qualify for a refund the fare must be still available for sale and must be for the same date, destination, and flight number. To make a claim the passenger must telephone the sales center. Claims made by fax, letter, or email cannot be accepted. Fares apply only for carriage from the airport at the point of origin to the airport at the point of destination. Fares do not include ground transport services between airports and between airports and town terminals, unless provided by the airline without additional charge. Fares will be calculated in accordance with airline's Tariff in effect on the date of payment for the Ticket for the flight or flights concerned. Should the customer wish to change the flight or any part of the itinerary there may be additional payments due. Any tax or charge imposed by Government or other authority, or by the operator of an airport, in respect of passengers or the use by passengers of any services or facilities will be in addition to airline's fares and charges and shall be payable by the customer, except as otherwise provided. At the time a reservation is made, the customer will be advised of taxes and charges not included in the fare. Such taxes and charges imposed on air travel are constantly changing and can be imposed after the date that your reservation has been confirmed. If any such tax or charge is introduced or increased after the reservation was made, customer will be obliged to pay it prior to departure. Fares and charges are payable in any currency in which the fare is published unless otherwise agreed by the airline. Infant Fares; Children over fourteen (14) days and under two (2) years of age and not occupying a seat, will be carried free when accompanied by a fare-paying passenger twelve (12) years of age or over. Children over fourteen (14) days and under two (2) years of age occupying a seat with or without an infant car seat will be assessed the applicable Infant Fare for their journey. Infants must be accompanied by a passenger at least twelve (12) years of age. Carrier usually requires a reservation and purchase of a ticket at the infant fare when infant seats / bassinets are used during flight. Only approved infant seats will be permitted to be used. Youth Fares; Passengers at least twelve (12) years of age but less than twenty-two (22) years of age may be eligible for Youth Fares. Tickets must be purchased at this fare prior to departure from the point of origin. Military Fares (USA only); Fares apply at all times to U.S. Military Personnel on active duty and to their dependents, but also to Military Personnel, who have been discharged from active military duty and where travel is completed within seven (7) days of the date of discharge. Children ages two (2) - eleven (11) years must be accompanied by a military passenger or a military passenger dependent at least twelve (12) years of age. Tickets must be purchased at this fare prior to departure from point of origin. Payment of charges by Government Transportation Request (GTR) not permitted. A valid Active Duty Identification Card (green) or a copy of discharge orders must be presented at time of ticket purchase and at check-in for Military Personnel. Dependents must present Uniform Service Department Identification and a Privileges Card marked 'Active.' Upon request of Carrier, military and dependent passengers must present identification. Senior Citizens Discount Fares; Discounted Senior Fares may be available for flights on particular dates, times and routings. Fares apply to passengers at least sixty-five (65) years of age. Tickets must be purchased prior to departure from point of origin. Seniors and traveling companions receive a 10% discount off any published fare. Advance reservations will be accepted for transportation. Passenger must have in his possession and upon request of Carrier, present proof of age at boarding point or at any point en route. Such proof must be: a passport, birth certificate, resident alien card, driver's license or other document acceptable to Carrier and bearing passenger's birth date. Internet Fares; Special promotional fares may be available via the Internet on Carrier’s Website. Seat availability, fares, and fare restrictions are published in the Website presentation. Group Policies; Policy on Groups Booked as Individuals - When ten (10) or more Customers are booked by a single individual, company, corporation, or booking agency for travel on the same scheduled service boarding at the same origin with the same destination and for the same purpose, their reservations must be made as a group through the Carriers' Group Travel Center, and all applicable group policies and procedures must be followed. If the booking entity fails to make such reservations as a group, the Carrier reserves the right to assess a penalty upon, and/or revoke the authority of the booking entity to sell the Carriers' transportation services. Multiple Group Reservations Policy - The Carrier reserves the right to limit seats by flight for group reservations. The Carrier reserves the right to cancel future date group requests for space, not accept group reservations, and/or require that group reservations be converted to ticketed individual reservations at the applicable individual fare or be forfeited if group reservation utilization reveals what the Carrier considers to be inadequate usage of seats."]
page[25]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0402.htm","How to find cheap air fares","You don’t want to pay too much for your airline ticket.","Although you love to travel and love being comfortable, you don’t want to pay too much for your airline ticket. Not that you want to be the world's cheapest person, but you certainly would like to get value for your money. There is nothing more frustrating than to get on a plane and find out the guy in the seat next to you has paid hundreds of dollars less for his seat than you paid for yours, while you’re still getting the very same seat and service on the same plane. On many trips the single biggest expense is airfare. Airlines charge lots of different fares for seats on the very same plane. The price of an airline ticket depends on where you want to travel, when you want to go, and how long you want to stay. Airlines do not want to fly empty seats. They monitor their sales carefully. If seats aren't selling, cheaper seats will become available. Keep in mind you may have to sacrifice some convenience in exchange for cheap airfares. Layovers, connections, and odd departure times may or may not come with the price of cheap airfares. Factor this in, when you are searching for a cheap(er) ticket. Looking for Cheap(er) Airfares? Here are some guidelines to help you getting the most value for your money. Some advance preparation will be required to take advantage of the best ones. Take time to prepare: Careful preparation is half of the work and a key to success. Plan as far ahead as you can, at least 14-21 days ahead. Although it could happen, don’t rely on a cheap fares falling into your lap at the last minute. Most airlines set aside only a few seats on many desirable flights at the lower rates. The real best bargains often sell out very quickly. On the other hand, if a particular flight is not selling as well as expected, air carriers sometimes make more discount seats available for a particular flight just before the advance-purchase deadline expires. For example, if the lowest fare has a 21-day advance-purchase requirement but is sold out for most dates, and you can go any time, ask about fare availability on flights 21 or 22 days from when you call. While planning ahead is a good general rule, if you can bide your time you might encounter a 'fare sale'. Many airlines put seats on sale for brief periods several times a year (although you usually can purchase tickets for flights weeks or months after the end of the sale period). It is difficult to predict when these sales will occur, although they often fall during times when people are less likely to buy airline tickets (e.g. early autumn or right immediately after New Years). Cheap airfares for overseas travel are generally offered in November and December, with the exception of the holidays. Discount seats are usually 'blacked out' during holiday periods. Plan accordingly and ahead of time to avoid paying higher premiums during the holidays. However, you might be able to get a discount fare if you fly on the holiday itself (e.g., New Year's day). Often, travel between Tuesdays and Thursdays, or over a Saturday night, can lower the fare. Compare staying over a Saturday night with the added expense of a hotel night to any flight returning on a Saturday. If the lowest fare is the top priority, a direct flight is not for you. Convenience generally cost money. Lower fares occur for passengers willing to take connections, layovers, late flights or other inconveniences. If you frequently travel to the same destination, be aware of other airlines that might venture into your destination's market. Generally, when a carrier enters into a new market, the fares drop for competitive reasons. A number of airlines send e-mail messages every week to receive notification of last-minute fare specials for departures within the next few days. See the airlines' Web sites for information about these programs, or call their reservations line. If you are a member of an airline's frequent-flyer program and you are considering buying a promotional or deep-discount fare, ask if that fare will earn frequent-flyer miles. If attending a convention or a training session, read through the fine print on your registration; many require specific arrival and departure times. If attending a business meeting, have the address on hand prior to calling the airlines or your travel agent, as well as an estimate of driving time from the airport to the business meeting's location. Avoid 'double booking' - calling various sources or booking several itineraries. Airline carriers have the automation to determine if you have two reservations on the same flight and will cancel both. When making reservations or changes, always make a note of the person you talked to, and when. Always keep your confirmation (or 'record locator') handy for travel disruptions. After you buy your ticket, you may wish to call the airline or travel agent once or twice before departure to confirm your reservations and check the fare. Fares change all the time, and if that same fare goes down before you fly, some airlines will refund the difference. But you have to ask. Some airlines will not increase the fare after the ticket is issued and paid for. (Simply holding a reservation without a ticket does not guarantee the fare.) Other airlines may reserve the right to collect more money from you if the fare that you had purchased goes up before departure time. Find out from the airline before you buy your ticket what its policy is on assessing fare increases after the ticket is purchased. Ask about all restrictions on your fare. Typical requirements for discount fares include purchasing a round-trip ticket, buying the ticket a certain number of days before departure (e.g., for many fares, at least 14 or 21 days before you leave), purchasing the ticket within 24 hours of making a reservation, staying over a Saturday night, traveling during a certain time of the year, staying no more than 30 days, and, as discussed below, refund/change restrictions. Ask about your ability to change or cancel your flight if you need to. Even if you get sick, you cannot assume you will get a refund. In fact, most discount tickets now are non-refundable, but can be applied toward the purchase of other tickets on the same carrier. You must usually pay an administrative charge and any difference between the fares for the old and new flights when you do this. Differences in air fares can be substantial. Careful comparison shopping among airlines does take time, but it can lead to real savings. A Flexible Schedule certainly helps: Decide on your absolute levels of flexibility before looking for airfares. You may be surprised to see how much money you can save. Flights on the off-peak days of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday usually offer the lowest fares. Fares are sometimes (but not always) higher on Sunday, Monday and Friday than on other weekdays. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays are low-demand days for flying, and airfares tend to be cheaper, as are late evening flights. Saturday flights occasionally have discount fares, but as a rule it's more expensive to fly on a weekend than a weekday. If you can travel a day or two earlier or later, you can often save hundreds of dollars sometimes. Just an hour or two different can make a big difference as well. Most low fares require that you stay over at least one Saturday night before your return flight. However, some fares may only require you to stay a minimum of three or four days. The Saturday night stay over requirement is the most frequent tool that you can use to scarf on big savings. This is the airlines’ way of sorting out business travelers and tourists. Business travelers are more likely to pay premium airfares in order to be home on the weekends. If you're going somewhere for a few days and are thinking of returning on Friday or Saturday, just check to see if you'd save by flying back on Sunday or Monday. Consider Buying in Advance: Airlines sell only a limited number of seats at the lowest fares. When those seats sell out, the price goes up. It's no secret that the highest price seats on the plane are those sold over the 6 days prior to departure. In many case, you'll pay more for a coach seat than you would have paid for a first-class seat if you'd only bought 7 days in advance. On the other hand, air carriers sometimes make more discount seats available later. Many discount fares require that you make a reservation seven, 14 or 21 days before your trip depending on the fare. The best international fares often require a reservation 30 days in advance. Making a reservation as soon as you know your travel dates increases your chances of finding a fare you can live with. If you had decided against a trip because the discount fare you wanted was not available on the desired date, try again, especially just before the advance-purchase deadline. Call the airlines in the evening. If you call after 8PM, the airline reservation agent at the airlines will have more time to look at their computers to find you a deal. Summer destinations go up in mid June and winter destinations go up in early December. If you can travel at non peak times of the year you can save 25%. Take advantage of Last Minute Deals: If you are totally flexible and don't care if you go or not, then you can save money by jumping on deals at the last minute when they come up. Sometimes you got to jump to get the cheapest seat on the plane! Subscribe to airlines e-mail lists as they will send you weekly email notices of last-minute airfares. It will work best for you if you subscribe to the lists of the dominant airline in your city or region. Check out the web sites that consolidate info from the airlines last minute fare deals. Don't forget traditional media! Internet sites are great, but if you rely on them exclusively, you'll miss out on lots of great deals. Consider Alternative Airports: Some cities have several airports, and the airfare can vary dramatically between them. For example: Washington D.C. has three convenient airports, National (DCA), Dulles (IAD), and Baltimore-Washington (BWI). Southwest has a big presence at BWI and airfares are often dramatically lower there on some routes. Similarly, AirTran offers discounted rates into IAD from Atlanta, so other airlines often lower fares into Dulles from markets served by AirTran. Other examples are New York (JFK, La Guardia, Newark), Chicago (Midway, O'Hare), Houston (Hobby, Bush) and London (City, Heathrow, Gatwick, Lutton, Stanstead). Smaller airports have less overhead and often compete for passengers with the hubs. However, you are not limited to the city or region. There may be other alternatives in neighboring states or countries that are within a three hours drive from your home, such as Paris or Amsterdam as an alternative to Brussels, or Düsseldorf as an alternative to Amsterdam. If there are multiple airports in the cities of your departure and destination, compare airfares at all of them. Often cheap airfares can be found by flying to a different airport. In a large metropolitan area, the fare could depend on which airport you use. Also, a connection (change of planes) or a one-stop flight is sometimes cheaper than a nonstop. What Competition can do for you: Because of price competition, consumers may choose from a wide variety of air fares. Some airlines are trying a 'back to basics' approach-offering flights at bargain basement prices with few extras. It's okay to have a favorite airline, but it's usually dumb to spend a lot more just out of some sense of loyalty. Dollars don't have loyalty, and neither do seats. You're buying a seat going someplace, not a share in a company, and not an in-flight meal or a smiling gate agent or a logo. The general wisdom that it's a good idea to stick with one airline as much as possible so as to earn frequent flyer miles is generally sound as long as the fares are the same. For fare information, you can contact a travel agent, another ticket outlet or an airline serving the places you want to visit. Ask them to tell you the names of all airlines flying there. A travel agent can find virtually all airlines' fares in his or her computer. Or, if you prefer you can call each airline to ask about the fares they charge, particularly any special promotional fares they may be offering at the time. You can also pay attention to newspaper and radio ads, where airlines advertise many of the discount plans that apply to your city. Finally, be alert to new companies serving the market. They may offer lower fares or different services than older established airlines. Consider using a Travel Agent: Agents usually do not charge a fee (they get a commission from the airline), and they can tell you about 'consolidators' and other sources of discounted seats that are not available directly from the airline. However, consolidator seats can have even more severe restrictions than the airlines' own deep-discount fares, particularly if the flight is delayed or canceled. A few travel agents sometimes have access to special deals with a particular airline (either discounts or extra services). If you are flying to a popular (foreign) destination, ask the travel agent about Public Charters. These charters sometimes offer lower fares, but again with significant restrictions that are spelled out in an operator/participant contract that you should review carefully. Ask the travel agent if the city where you live or the city where you are going is an airline 'hub.' If it is, fares may be higher than for flights to other nearby cities because of reduced competition. Someone who lives at a hub might save money by leaving from another nearby city, even if they end up connecting through the hub to get to their destination. Internet services are great for promoting competition and helping you price trips, but on many occasions the best deals do not come from any online service, but from the traditional travel agent down the street. Travel agents have options open to them that aren't listed in the big airline computer systems: they know about charter flights, tour operators, small airlines, foreign flag carriers, special competitive rates, strategies for matching fares to airlines, and lots more. If you have a good travel agent you can often get a cheaper price than is listed in any of the major reservation systems, and still fly your favorite airline and get your frequent flyer mileage. The trick, however, is to find that good travel agent. Travel agents can be a wealth of information, but they will not always find you cheap airfares. They will be able to tell you which airlines fly to your destination and will be able to suggest flights to fit your schedule. Ask them if they are aware of any promotions and specials. Keep notes on flight prices so you can compare your options. The best deals may be limited to travel on certain days of the week (often Tuesday through Thursday, or Friday night through Sunday morning) or particular hours of the day (e.g., late-night departures). This applies to each of your flights, not just the first flight in your itinerary. After you get a fare quote, ask the travel agent if you could save even more by flying a day earlier or later, or by taking a different flight on the same day. Or simply ask the agent what the lowest fare is, and what you need to do to qualify for it. Don’t call the airline and book directly. An airline’s job is to persuade you to pay as much as possible for your ticket. Do visit airline web sites where you can often sign up for newsletters. Sometimes airlines make last minute discounts available by e-mail or on their web site. If seats aren’t selling, they may “dump” them at the last-minute. Consider buying from Bucket Shops: Consolidators, as they're known in the industry, snap up unsold seats on empty flights and sell them at greatly reduced prices. You'll usually find their ads on the back pages of the travel section in larger (Sunday) newspapers and some have internet sites too or are extensions of general travel agencies. For more details, see our pages on Consolidators. Considering Alternative Airlines: Not every airline is listed in online reservation systems. Some are too small, some too new, and some foreign carriers don't really rely on reservation systems because of cultural variations. Look into all airlines that serve the market you are interested in, including low-cost carriers that offer low fares. Often the major carriers will match the fares of a low-cost airline between the same cities, but only for a certain limited number of seats on each flight. Note that small airlines sometimes have only one flight per day in many markets, and they frequently will not reroute you on another airline if your flight is canceled or delayed. In such cases you may have to wait until the next day to fly. Avoid using several airlines on one trip, as It is almost always less expensive to use only one airline for a trip instead of two. Domestic flights are usually less expensive on the weekends and international flights are cheaper when you depart and arrive during the week. Using an alternative carrier can save money on a short domestic trip by switching from a big mainstream carrier to a small startup. Another good idea is to look to foreign-flag airlines for good rates. Many of these carriers offer far better service than you've experienced with domestic carriers. Look for Discounts: There are ways to look or to ask for discounts. This probably won't help much, but every so often you can hit the jackpot. Save airline discount coupons. These normally show up in credit card bills or junk mail. You never know when the opportunity to travel will present itself! Check the Sunday paper of a major metropolitan newspaper for super saver and promotional fares. Some of these are really cheap airfares and possibly inconvenient, so make sure you know what restrictions apply. Check back even after you have bought your ticket. Cheaper airfares may have been released. Airlines have different policies and some will refund the difference. Some charge a fee, so check to see if paying the fee is worth the savings. Also, if you've got one of those “Entertainment” coupon books for your city, there are usually discount offers or buy one get one free arrangements with the airlines in there. If you are older than 62 use the senior citizen discount. Almost all airlines give a discount of up to 30%. Others who can get discounts are clergy, government or military members, and medical students. Most airlines offer what are called “compassion fares” or “bereavement fares”. These are available for deaths in the family and sometimes for serious family illnesses, also. These fares are usually 50-70% off the usual fares (Ask what kind of documentation is needed.). If part of a group of travelers, consider the fact that groups of ten or more generally qualify for group or discounted rates These types of discount are not usually made public but many offer them if you inquire. Just ask. Purchase Non-Refundable Tickets: Most of the best deals are on non-refundable, advance purchases. It should go without saying that these are going to be your best deal, but if you buy one of these fares and later cancel your trip, you will not get your money back. Some fares also have a penalty for changing flights or dates even if you don't want a refund. You may also have to pay any difference in air fares if your fare is not available on the new flight."]
page[26]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0403.htm","Travel Consolidators","A consolidator or bucket shop is a company who buys tickets from the airlines in bulk or carries its own contract with the airlines.","A consolidator or bucket shop is a company who buys tickets from the airlines in bulk or carries its own contract with the airlines. They usually get very low fares and higher commissions. This allows them to sell airline tickets at up to 50% less than published fares. Some consolidators sell these tickets only to travel agents while others may sell them to the public as well. Some Consolidators specialize in selling complex itineraries for travel around the world and others specialize in selling a particular destination or region. The value consolidators have to the airlines is that they have the ability to sell empty seats at reduced fares without compromising the perceived value of a published fare ticket. Consolidators are often the best place to look for the cheapest airfares from anywhere to anywhere. Domestic vs. International Markets; Consolidators and airlines operate in two distinct markets each with its own set of rules and regulations: (1) The domestic market and (2) The international market. International airfares remain regulated by international treaties and by the International Air Transportation Association (IATA). The IATA is in effect a cartel for airlines under voluntary membership. The cartel controls high-ticket prices and exists only because of a special exemption granted to them under US anti-trust laws. There are two conditions of membership for airlines in IATA. IATA regulation prohibits member airlines from discounting prices and member airlines all agree to sell tickets only at approved IATA prices. Airlines like the IATA because it keeps prices high. How can consolidators sell the tickets so inexpensive? Consolidators are able to sell a discounted ticket because of a major loophole. No international treaties or the IATA restricts how much commission an airline can pay an agent for selling their tickets. The airline pays a much larger commission to the consolidator and the consolidator rebates part of the commission back to the traveler in the form of a discounted ticket. This commission is forbidden by IATA to be rebated back to the customer, but in the name of good old capitalism, it of course, is. Published Fare vs. Unpublished Fare; All official fares are published in the Official Airline Guides (OAG) or the Air Tariff, or electronically in the computerized reservation system (CRS’s) such as Apollo, Amadeus, Gabriel, Worldspan, and Sabre. It’s hard to find anywhere online, a list of any unpublished or consolidator fares on any international or domestic flights. Where to find consolidators; Look in the Sunday (or Saturday) travel section of large newspapers like the New York Times (USA), Washington Post (USA), USA Today, National Post (CAN), Montreal Gazette (CAN), The Times (UK), Le Monde (FRA), De Telegraaf (NLD), Frankfurter Allgemeine (GER), De Standaard (BEL) and The Australian (AUS). Many local libraries have these papers and they can also be purchased at local bookstores. In the United States consolidator hubs are located in New York City, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Washington DC, Portland, Houston, Miami, Atlanta, Las Vegas, Dallas, Seattle, Boston, Minneapolis, Honolulu and San Diego. International hubs are located in Australia, Canada, Thailand, Taiwan, Israel, England and Hong Kong. Few if any websites on the Internet contain a definitive list of consolidators. In the United Kingdom, try Farebase; they offer online prices of major UK consolidators. In the Netherlands try etn.nl. You can also try the Association of Special Fares Agents (ASFA); an international association of discount travel specialists, consolidators and bucket shops from around the world. The United States Air Consolidators Association is a US based national association for airline consolidators (USACA). This national trade association is for those air consolidator businesses which provide their travel agent customers with integrity, trust and reliability. This is ensured by the requirements that each member transacts at least 10 million annually in air consolidation in conjunction with scheduled airlines; is incorporated in the United States for at least two years, and has never filed bankruptcy or ceased operation. All USACA members accept credit cards and most wave credit card fees that some consolidators charge. For complex round the world trips, you sometimes may have to deal with consolidators in cities like Paris, Moscow and Manila. In any case, always deal only with accredited agencies by the International Airline Travel Agents Network (IATAN) and in the United States, the Airline Reporting Corporation (ARC). The airlines now have auto cancellation software for duplicate reservations. Don’t make a reservation with the airline directly and then try to get a consolidator to book another reservation for you at a better price. If you have made a reservation on your own, always tell the consolidator about the previous reservation. Be sure that you request a NET fare. The consolidator will then quote you a price and inform you of any additional taxes due. Shop around; do not just stop at the first quote you get. Try several consolidators and shop for the best NET fare. Many people have raised obvious concerns about Consolidators. To protect yourself: Give yourself enough time - if the transaction is unsuccessful, you can still buy the ticket in a more traditional way. Pay for your ticket by credit card - if there is a problem, you can delay or halt credit card payments until the problem is resolved. Finally, contact the Better Business Bureau, in the area where the consolidator is located for a reliability report before making a purchasing decision."]
page[27]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0404.htm","Specific ways to get cheap airfares","Some specific ways to get or find cheap airfares.","Here are some specific ways to get or find cheap airfares, varying from enrolling into a frequent flyer program, acquiring a frequent flyer credit card, using charter airline flights, traveling as courier to senior and student discounts. Enroll in a Frequent Flyer Program; Pick one or two airlines that you normally fly. Often you can pick up frequent flyer miles by using credit cards or patronizing airline “partners” such as hotel, rental car agencies, and credit card and phone companies. Read the enrollment agreement carefully. Airline policies for frequent flyer programs vary. To avoid disappointment be sure you understand the agreement. Don’t get caught up in earning frequent flyer miles at the expense of forfeiting cheap airfares. The miles you earn may not be as valuable as the money you save. Acquire a Frequent Flyer Credit Card; If you use a credit card for most of your purchases and travel fairly often, consider frequent flyer credit cards that earn you frequent flyer miles. Almost all airlines offer their own frequent flyer credit cards that let you accumulate frequent flyer miles for travel on their airline for every dollar you spend. Often, these credit cards offer double miles and bonuses for certain purchases. Sometimes you may be given the opportunity to purchase additional miles. Charter Airline Flights; Charter airline flights are marketed to a certain group of travelers. Charters buy blocks of tickets in advance and resell them to consumers. For example, a tour company might buy a large block of tickets to accommodate a group that will tour France together. Charters make their money by filling every seat. Be aware that charters are quite crowded and in flight service may be compromised. Charters can be found through travel agents and tour operators. Charter airline flights do not operate under the same regulations as scheduled airlines. They have the right to change schedules at the last minute, to delay flights for up to 48 hours, and to cancel 10 days before the flight if seats aren’t selling well. To avoid disappointment, be sure you understand the imposed restrictions and that you know your rights. Travel agents deal with charters all the time. They will be able to recommend reputable tour companies they trust. Charter airline flights aren’t always priced less than the lowest published fares or consolidators’ fares, so compare prices. You could find cheap airfares. Cheap Domestic Fares; If you are looking for cheap domestic fares, consider flying to another city. Travelers pay a premium for direct flights on domestic airlines so, it’s important to check airfares to all airports and cities in the vicinity of your destination. If you plan to rent a car for a tour of France, does it matter if you land at Brussels (Belgium) or Paris? If you are flying to New York, does it matter if you land at JFK, La Guardia, or Newark? Of course, you are the only one who can answer that. Don't forget to check all airlines that fly to your destination for cheap domestic airfares. The reason for their success is that they move maximum people for minimum cost and therefore can offer cheap domestic fares. When searching for cheap domestic airfares on low cost airlines, don't expect to find many frills. There are no first class or business seats, and open seating is usually the rule. The airline typically serves only drinks and snacks, but you are usually allowed to bring food on board. Low cost airlines fly to a limited number of destinations and not always into the most-traveled airport in cities with multiple airports. Expect, however, to find cheap domestic fares by saving 50%-60% on airfare. Be aware that these airlines are left out of the majority of searches done by travel sites. Finding the Cheapest Online Fares; Obviously, the cheapest online fares are found on the internet! Even travel agents and airlines can't match them. And of course, the internet provides the convenience of shopping anytime. Shopping for cheap airfares is basically the same for domestic and international flights, however, there are a few differences. When searching for airfares, be sure to consider all airlines that fly from your departure to destination. Be as flexible as possible with dates and times. Flying just a few days later or earlier can increase your chances of finding the cheapest online fares. Shopping for airfares on the internet is fairly straight forward and secure. You can have your confirmation via e-mail in a few minutes. Airlines estimate that it costs them $15-$25 each time a client books through an agent. So, understandably airlines encourage online reservations. Airlines usually won't sell you their least expensive over the phone. In fact, airlines don't even like to discuss them. Keep in mind that the less expensive fares come and go quickly, so, if you run across a bargain fare, don't wait too long to snap it up, or it could be gone. Cheap International Airfares; Often, travelers pay a premium for direct flights, especially to less popular destinations. To get cheap international fares from e.g. the USA, consider flying to a major city such as London or Hong Kong and then taking a connecting flight to the Middle East, Africa, or another European or Asian city. The deregulation of the European airlines in 1997 resulted in cheap international airfares between an ever-expanding number of European cities. To find the best deals on cheap international fares, book early. Within Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia you can book a flight with a low cost carrier. They are strictly no frills and usually even soft drinks are not free. Sometimes the airlines fly to less traveled airports farther from the city, so the cost of transportation to the city might be as much as you saved on airfare. Don’t be late for your flight. There are no refunds or changes allowed. All things considered, this is a good way to take advantage of cheap airfares. Flight passes are a great bargain if you are looking for cheap international airfares. This is especially true if you would like to see a number of cities in a limited amount of time. They were introduced to promote foreign tourism and are usually only available to tourists. EuropeByAir.com offers flight coupons to 150 destinations on the European continent, with no blackout dates. Unlimited flight passes for 15 or 21 days are also available. Cathay Pacific specializes in cheap international airfares passes to the Asian market. You can travel from their North American gateway cities to Hong Kong and to any or all of sixteen additional cities within 21 days for one price. Don't forget that for international flights you will need a passport or visa. Cheap Last Minute Fares; What are your chances of finding cheap last minute fares? Sometimes you have no choice but to make plans on short notice. It's possible to find cheap airfares if you know where to look. Check first for a courier flight if you are traveling to a foreign country. Last minute ones may be free. Visit the airlines' sites to see if tickets to your destination have been 'dumped'. If you signed up for airline newsletters, you may be notified of cheap last minute fares by e-mail. Check the consolidators and airfare auctions to see what late seats are available for bidding. Courier Flights; Flying on air courier flights is a great way to find cheap international airfares. You can save 20-50% traveling on courier flights. As courier, you give up all or most of your baggage allowance in exchange for a discounted round-trip ticket. You may carry on as much luggage as the airline allows. So, you need to be good at packing lightly. You meet the courier agent several hours before take off. He gives you an airline ticket and receipts for the cargo he has already checked through. When you reach your destination, a courier representative will meet you and collect the receipts necessary to retrieve his cargo. Businesses use couriers because passenger baggage is processed immediately by customs upon arrival. Unaccompanied cargo is warehoused and processed as custom officers get to it and sometimes mysteriously disappears. Reservations to destinations in demand usually need to be made a few weeks in advance. As the date approaches, courier flights become cheaper until the courier position is filled. Occasionally, if you are willing to fly on short notice, your trip may be free. Length of stay varies, but generally the farther you travel the more time is allowed for your stay. Usually you will serve as a courier on the return trip. Courier flights usually need only one courier per flight. If you’re traveling with a partner, you may be able to arrange a courier position for your partner on a consecutive day. Or, it might be possible for your partner to take the same flight, but for a different courier service. If this doesn’t work, at least one of you has saved on airfare. Air courier companies are legitimate businesses and are well known by customs officials. You won't be asked to carry anything illegal. All cargo is x-rayed and inspected before departure. You are not allowed to touch the cargo; all you carry is the paperwork. Although courier companies are reputable, there is always a chance you could run into one that is not. So, check them out just like anyone else you do business with. If you are interested in courier flights, the International Association of Air Travel Couriers will provide you with courier flight listings for 12 months for a fee of $50. Or, alternately, visit the Air Courier Directory website. For a fee of $10, you will have access to the Air Courier Directory for a year as well as familiarize yourself with departure and destination cities. They also claim to have more timely information on available courier flights. Discount Senior Airfares; Be sure to take advantage of discount senior airfares. One thing that does improve with age is the price of airfares. Mature travelers generally have more money to spend and the flexibility to travel when airlines are flying empty seats. If you are booking through a travel agent, remember to mention that you are eligible for senior fare, but don't assume these airfares are always the lowest fares available. Age restrictions for these special airfares vary. Some airlines require travelers to be 62; others 65. Normally, senior airfares are 10% off published fares. Another way to save is to purchase senior coupon books. Most airlines sell them. These are a great deal if you fly at least twice a year. Booklets are sold in blocks of four tickets. Each ticket is valid for a one-way trip, usually to destinations in North America, including the Caribbean. Student Discount Airfare; Students may be eligible for student discount airfare. Restrictions on age requirements vary from airline to airline (Check with the airline). If you are a student, considering studying abroad or traveling extensively overseas, check out StudentUniverse.com. They offer student fares with additional advantages for student travelers. These student fares are usually valid for six months to a year. Sometimes students are allowed free stopovers in airline hub cities."]
page[28]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0405.htm","Consider AirHitch for the Cheapest Tickets to Europe","You figured out the total budget for your trip to Europe, decided that you are very flexible in when you can begin and end your trip and decided to find an excellent airfare bargain.","You figured out the total budget for your trip to Europe, decided that you are very flexible in when you can begin and end your trip and decided to find an excellent airfare bargain. After a bit of research you will find that your options are not as limited as you imagined. First look into air courier services. Air couriers allow you to travel inexpensively to many destinations throughout the world in exchange for a service. You are simply required to give up a portion of the baggage space you are normally allowed to transport items the courier services ship in their place (Don't worry - these services are on the up and up and will not require you to ship illegal goods). You must also deliver an envelope containing shipment information to an office at your city of destination. There are no restrictions or services required on your return trip. Ticket consolidators can also provide tickets abroad at reduced rates. Consolidators essentially buy huge blocks of tickets on selected flights and sell them to travelers at discounted rates. While these are certainly cheaper than full price airfare and often even cheaper than discounted airfares, you still may want to search for an even cheaper option. The cheapest option you will probably find for a trip to Europe is through AirHitch. How does it work? AirHitch works a bit differently than courier services. Basically, there are thousands of unused seats on planes between the U.S. and Europe every year. This is mainly due to lack of demand for seats during certain times of year, but even during busy times seats can be empty for a variety of reasons. AirHitch has an agreement with a number of airlines such that if a particular flight is not full, an AirHitch ticket, or voucher, can be used to 'purchase' a ticket on that flight. In other words, your voucher is not a ticket, but acts as a ticket when an empty seat on a flight is available. Is there a catch? Not per se. You enter into the agreement to purchase the voucher knowing that you can only use it in exchange for an empty seat. You are essentially flying standby, which can make things a bit stressful. You are not likely to know whether or not you'll make it onto a particular flight until 30 minutes prior to its departure. On the other hand, because others are likely to have AirHitch vouchers as well, you have to arrive very early to place your name on the standby list. How flexible does one need to be? You have to be extremely flexible, not just about the time and day of your flight, but also about your destination, as you don't necessarily know which city you'll be flying into. You also have to be prepared to miss flights after long waits in airports. The voucher is good for any European destination for which AirHitch happens to have an agreement with for any given week. You can choose to fly to a certain destination, but there may only be 3 flights that fly there during a particular week on which you can use your voucher. It still doesn't mean you'll get onto one of those 3 flights. And you can only get flight information 1 week in advance. That applies to both ends of your trip. The bottom line - be prepared to fly into and out of a number of large European cities to maximize your opportunities. Note: We recommend you have a Eurail pass, or some other means of transportation between European cities, in case you don't get your targeted flight. The vouchers are good from any domestic airport in your designated region (West Coast, East Coast, Southwest, etc.). So you could use your voucher to on a flight from L.A. to Amsterdam or from San Francisco to Paris, because L.A. and San Francisco are within the same region of the U.S. This can also increase your chances of getting a flight, but getting from one city to another can be an inconvenience."]
page[29]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0406.htm","An easy way to find Cheap Airfares","It's getting easier to find a cheap fare.","It's getting easier to find a cheap fare. Instead of browsing around in 'Outstanding Deals' or a similar section for super low fares, while entering departing city, destination, dates, times, number of passengers and age of passengers, over and over again, there is an easier way to find cheap airfares. AOL travel contains a wonderfully easy to use cheap fare finder that is most helpful for travelers who have some idea of where they want to go, but are flexible on dates. And even if you can fly only on a specific date, this site is well worth trying. No registration is required to get at all the information. The first information the site requests is your degree of flexibility. Check 'Not Flexible' and you get the standard itinerary questions. Choices for an outbound flight pop up. Choose one and you are asked to choose a return flight. The itinerary and fare come up, and right underneath are a list of lower priced fares, if they are available, and other alternatives. The whole process is fast, efficient, and a guarantee that the best bargains will not be overlooked. The 'Very Flexible' choice is easier yet. Just choose a destination and you will be presented with a complete list of airlines along with the best deals they are offering to that city. Right under this information, obviously the result of the latest fare sale and offering limited departure dates, were the next best fares. And under that were the next five best fares. Fares in each of the seven categories are arranged by airlines. Each fare listing gives all restrictions, mostly dates. This is a tremendously helpful, very quick way to get the big picture about what airfare bargains are coming up. It is so easy to plug in another city if you want to get away, but would be happy with a number of destinations, or if you want to see if a nearby departure or arrival city would yield a better fare. AOL travel will also send e-mail fare alerts and updates on ticket delivery."]
page[30]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0407.htm","A Way to Free Air Travel","Are you quite flexible and willing to wait hours in an airport and go slightly out of your way on the flight home?","Are you quite flexible and willing to wait hours in an airport and go slightly out of your way on the flight home? The airline may reward you for this, big time. Why? Airlines must overbook flights. They do so to protect themselves against any no-shows or last minute cancellations. Each seat is very valuable to the airline and they will almost never turn away anyone willing to pay full fare. Thus, if more people show up then room, someone has to give. If you are one of the people willing to give up your seat for a later flight you will get nicely compensated in return through either a free flight voucher, a voucher for a certain amount off your next flight, or even an amount in cash. Vouchers usually last one year, but if you are concerned about a future date, discuss that and possibly the voucher can be extended a few months. Sometimes the voucher may be transferable (check with the airline), but plan on it being for your use only. What you need to do. Look for flights with the greatest chance of being full, usually those either in the AM or a PM weekday schedule, in particular Monday morning and Friday afternoon, due to the influx of business travelers. Also before a holiday, or any other prime time people travel, for example, right before Thanksgiving, Christmas, or in March/June when the graduated students hit the air to go on spring break. Keep in mind to pack so you are able to bring your luggage on board with you, or make sure to bring at least the necessities for a day or two. If luggage is checked, it will go onto your destination and stay there until your arrival. Also if you are on a later flight and the next one leaves in the AM, ask for a hotel voucher, also popular are phone cards, to call family or friends and vouchers to airport restaurants, make sure to inquire about these also if interested. Plan to arrive at the airport early, say over an hour to get the best chance. Approach the ticket counter and see if they are aware if the flight is full or overbooked. Inform the agents you are willing to voluntarily be bumped on a later flight and to put your name on a list for such. They will know exactly what you are talking about as they get this quite frequently. Wait at the gate for everyone to board and if you are lucky, you will be called to the desk and offered compensation for your seat, which is your ticket to free air travel on future vacations."]

page[31]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo05.htm","Packing smart","The airline carrier is dedicated to making your air travel an enjoyable experience by providing the best possible service to passengers. For this reason, the carrier makes every effort to handle each customer's baggage efficiently and as carefully as they would their own.","The airline carrier is dedicated to making your air travel an enjoyable experience by providing the best possible service to passengers. For this reason, the carrier makes every effort to handle each customer's baggage efficiently and as carefully as they would their own. Between the time you check your luggage in and the time you claim it at your destination, it may encounter some disturbances as it is moved on conveyors, loaded on carts, and transported to and from the aircraft. Rain, snow, strong winds, or intense sunlight may also be encountered between airport terminals and aircraft. Once luggage has been loaded in the aircraft bins, it will shift about during takeoff, landing, and in turbulence. In all fairness to the airlines, however, relatively few bags are damaged, lost, stolen or broken into. With a little advance planning, some common-sense packing and other precautions, you can practice safe 'bag-smart' techniques to minimize your losses and your bags will probably be among the ones that arrive safely. Also, with new, tighter security measures in place, packing for air travel means using caution and good judgement. The following topics cover most, if not all aspects related to baggage, from preparation to collection upon arrival, from airline’s baggage allowance to airline’s liability. Just click on the subject headings below for details on that subject. Preparation; Unless you are traveling extremely light, prepare your packing. Carry-on baggage; If you are considering carrying-on your luggage, learn about restrictions, allowances and tips that help you make your trip an enjoyable experience. Checked Baggage; Also checked baggage is subject to limits. Here are some tips to help you pack for air travel under increased security. Hazardous items; Except for toiletries and medicines totaling no more than 75 ounces, it is illegal and extremely dangerous to carry on board or check in your luggage any hazardous materials. Baggage Allowance; Upon presentation of a valid ticket, the carrier will allow a certain limited free baggage allowance. Excess Baggage Charge; And, if your baggage exceeds the free baggage allowance, you may be charged with excess baggage charges. Checking of Baggage; Carrier will check the baggage of a passenger when tendered at the airport’s check-in desk in advance of flight departure time, however, here are some guidelines to ensure your baggage will arrive with you in good shape. Acceptance of Baggage; Carriers do not necessarily accept all baggage presented to them as proper baggage. Also, for reasons of safety, you may be required to allow for a search, x-ray or other type of scan to be made of your person and your baggage. Collection of Baggage at Arrival; When leaving the aircraft, check to make sure you have all your carry-on items with you and collect your baggage as soon as it is available for collection at places of destination or stopover. However, your baggage may not have arrived with you, or was damaged on the way. Limitation of Liability; Carrier's liability, if any, for loss of, damage to, or delay in the delivery of checked or unchecked baggage or its contents, is very limited."]
page[32]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0501.htm","Packing Preparation","Unless you are traveling extremely light, plan to check-in more of your baggage and to carry-on less.","Unless you are traveling extremely light, plan to check-in more of your baggage and to carry-on less. In any case, check with the airline before packing to determine its carry-on guidelines regarding the number of items you may carryon and the maximum size of those items. Also, be aware that, in certain situations, the airline may require most or all of your bags to be checked-in. When purchasing luggage, select pieces that are lightweight, roomy, and durable. Material and design should be able to keep contents dry in adverse weather. Be sure that each piece has a secure lock. As you pack, make a list of everything you want to take and check off each item as it is packed. This will help make sure you don't forget anything. It will also serve as a handy inventory list should your luggage become lost and you need to file a claim. And, should your bag be lost or not arrive, pull your inventory list and fill in the details on the items, such as the date of purchase and the depreciated cost."]
page[33]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0502.htm","Carry-on baggage","If you are considering carrying-on your luggage, be aware that passengers are restricted to a number of carryon items in main cabin.","If you are considering carrying-on your luggage, be aware that passengers are restricted to a number of carryon items in main cabin. These items will include garment bags, briefcases and personal effects provided that such additional piece(s) of items are carried onboard the aircraft without required assistance, retained in the passenger's custody, and are capable of being stowed under the passenger's seat or in an overhead compartment. The airline will determine whether or not any property of a passenger, because of its weight, size, or character, shall be carried in the passenger cabin on the aircraft. Airlines normally have a sizing box available at each departure gate to determine the size limitations of carry-on baggage. The maximum size carry-on bag for most airlines is 45 linear inches (the total of the height, width, and depth of the bag). Anything larger should be checked, as no oversize packages or luggage can be stowed onboard. Keep in mind that until further notice, passengers are restricted to one carry-on bag and one 'personal bag' that could be a purse, laptop, or briefcase. They've implemented this policy for a couple of reasons: fewer hassles at security checkpoint, and less potential for your belongings to fall into strangers’ possession. An issue to consider is whether you can do without a laptop, camera, portable video game, and other electronic equipment. If you must bring them, airport security will have to take more time testing your equipment (simply as a safety precaution). This will take more time, for you and those waiting behind you. If you’re not too concerned about bringing such items, you might save some valuable time in the process. Now that you've crossed a few non-essential items off your packing list, it's time to make sure you bring a few required items with you. In order to travel, you must bring: A government issued photo ID for all travel, as well as a valid passport for international travel. A boarding pass or paper ticket, or a printed confirmation for an electronic ticket, or an airline or agency generated itinerary confirming an electronic ticket. Here are a few carry-on baggage tips: Pack less to carry-on. Stow only your essentials such as small valuables (cash, credit cards, jewelry, cameras), critical items (medicine, keys, passport, tour vouchers, business papers), irreplaceable items (manuscript, heirlooms) and fragile items (eyeglasses, glass containers, liquids). Put a tag on the outside of your baggage with your name, home address, and home and work phone numbers. Many airlines provide free stick-on tags. Most carriers also have 'privacy tags' which conceal this information from passersby. Do not forget to put the same information inside each bag, and add an address and telephone number where you can be reached at your destination city. All carryon luggage is subject to inspection at the security checkpoint. So, consider removing anything that could be perceived as threatening, or may raise suspicion at a security screening checkpoint, including any sharp objects. Everyday items you probably won't be allowed to carry in your hand luggage include scissors of any size, nail files, and pocket knives. Remember, no knives of any kind are allowed in carry-on baggage. Previously, blades less than four inches long were legal. However, this rule has been suspended, and you probably won't be allowed to take even the smallest Swiss Army knife into the cabin of a plane. Most small knives and cutting tools can be legally packed in checked baggage, but we still recommend you leave them at home unless absolutely necessary. Also, the following items are considered dangerous and are not allowed in carryon luggage: handguns and rifles, including compressed air and CO2 powered weapons mace, pepper spray, or tear gas clubs, nightsticks, or brass knuckles any hazardous material as defined and regulated by Federal law balloons filled with helium gas handcuffs Except for toiletries and medicines totaling no more than 75 ounces, it is illegal and extremely dangerous to carry on board or check in your luggage any hazardous materials. View the “list of hazardous materials” that are considered dangerous when transported by air and should not be packed in checked or carryon baggage. If you have a medical condition that requires you to carry on syringes, be sure to keep your medicine with you as well (a good idea in any case). The medicine must be in its original container with a professionally printed pharmacy label. There are also a few things that, although not exactly essential, you might want to slip into your carry-on to help pass the increased time you'll be spending at the airport. These include: A portable tape player, disc player, or mp3 player stocked will all your favorite tunes. (Remember, these items will attract the scrutiny of security, but you may bring them.) Newspapers, magazines, or a good novel. For best selection, go to your local bookstore before you get to the airport. A book of word games or crossword puzzles. Your journal or sketchbook. Travel games, such as miniature backgammon, chess, or cards. Food and drink--sandwiches, bottled water, fruit, snacks, candy, and more. By bringing your own food, you'll save money over high-priced airport concessions. Moist towelettes or some other sort of alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Even if a bag is not lost, it may be delayed for a day or two. It is wise to put items that you will need during the first 24 hours in a carry-on bag (e.g. toiletries, a change of underwear). Mom's good china should never be put in a suitcase. Fragile items may be included in your carry-on allowance and brought onboard the plane. If you decide to check a fragile item, it's important to make sure it is properly packed to withstand the normal rigors of air travel. Fragile articles are accepted as check baggage only at the Customer's own risk. A child safety seat that does not meet the normal carry-on size limitations may be brought onboard only if a ticket has been purchased for its use in a passenger seat. Carriers may have special Infant Fares available for children under two years of age who occupy child safety seats. All child safety seats used onboard the aircraft must be FAA approved. In addition to the “standard” airline’s cabin baggage allowance, personal items, such as a male/female purse of reasonable size, small camera, reading matter, food for consumption en route, may be carried onboard the aircraft and retained in the passenger's custody. Mobility and other assistive devices upon which a Qualified Handicapped passenger is dependent may be carried in addition to the cabin baggage allowance. Bass viola, cello, guitar and other musical instruments whose size prevents the instrument from being handled as normal carryon luggage and computers, calculators and parts thereof will be accepted subject to the following: The instrument must be contained in a case. The charge applicable to transportation of this instrument and its case will be 100% of the applicable adult fare. The instrument must be secured in the first window seat aft of a floor to ceiling bulkhead. Reservations for the seat or seats occupied by the instrument will be accepted when the passenger's reservation is made. Note that carriers will refuse baggage articles or items that may be harmful or dangerous to a passenger, the crew or the aircraft, including: Wheelchairs with spillable batteries, extra oxygen for personal or for premeditated use, stretchers, full-size prams, or engines. Knives of any size or material may not pass the security checkpoint as carry-on items. These include, but are not limited to, pocketknives, retractable blades, box cutters, scissors, ice picks, letter openers, metal nail files etc. Flammable liquids and solids such as lighter or heater fuels, paint, and matches. Poisons such as insecticides, weed killers, arsenic, and cyanide. Radioactive material, Oxidizing materials and Organic peroxides such as bleaches and fiberglass repair kits. Firearms and explosives such as handguns, automatic weapons, munitions, ammunitions including blank cartridges, pistol caps, fireworks, flares, smoke canisters, and crackers. (see Carrier for details on exceptions). Infectious substances such as bacteria and viruses. Corrosives such as mercury, acids, alkalis, and wet-cell batteries. Compressed gases such as deeply refrigerated flammable, non-flammable, and poisonous gases like butane, oxygen, propane, and aqualung cylinders. If you have any questions regarding baggage, its limits on the size, weight, or number of carry-on pieces, please check with the airline in advance of travel (there is no single federal standard.) If you are using more than one airline check on all of them. Inquire about your flight; different airplanes can have different limits. Don't assume that the flight will have unlimited closet space for carry-on garment bags; some may have to be checked. Remember, be safety conscious when stowing your carry-on items. Carryon baggage is the sole responsibility of the passenger. Carry-on items may fall from overhead bins and can injure you or other passengers during flight or in the event of an emergency evacuation. Hard sided items (those with inflexible surfaces) may be placed only on the floor of the overhead bin or underneath the passenger seat. Soft-sided baggage, other garments and attaché briefcases may be placed in the overhead compartment bins. Stow heavy items under the seat in front of you, not overhead. A heavy bag, which fits in an overhead bin, may still cause the bin to exceed its weight limit. Don't stack items in the overhead storage bin. If an emergency evacuation is necessary, leave your carry-on items on the plane. Retrieving personal items may impede the safe evacuation of passengers."]
page[34]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0503.htm","Checked Baggage","Checked baggage is also subject to limits.","Checked baggage is also subject to limits. On most domestic and international flights, it's two checked bags (three if you don't have any carry-on luggage). There can be an extra charge if you bring more, or if you exceed the airline's limits on the size of the bags. On some flights between two foreign cities, your allowance may be based on the weight of the bags rather than the number of pieces. The same two bags that cost you nothing to check when you started your trip could result in expensive excess-baggage charges under a weight system. Ask the airlines about the limit for every segment of your international trip before you leave home, especially if you have a stopover of a day or two or if you are changing carriers. Here are some tips to help you pack for air travel under increased security and thus making your air travel an enjoyable experience. For starters, complete a personal luggage inventory. Examine everything that you normally pack in your suitcase. Always put your name, address and phone number on the outside of all baggage. Add the name and address of a person to contact at your destination if it's practical to do so. Almost all of the bags that are misplaced by airlines do turn up sooner or later. With proper labeling, the bag and its owner can usually be reunited within a few hours. Most airlines provide free stick-on tags and also may have 'privacy tags' which conceal this information from passersby. We recommend placing the same information inside each bag, and add an address and telephone number where you can be reached at your destination city, since outside tags can come off. Be sure to remove any old destination tags from your luggage. You certainly don't want your bags to end up in the wrong city! Purchase travel size bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and other toiletries or place just the amounts you will need of these items in small containers to take with you. Carrying around several big bottles can get awfully heavy; plus, they take up lots of space in your luggage. Put cosmetics, shoe polish, nail enamel, liquor, perfume, and anything else that might spill, break, and stain your clothing into re-closable plastic bags or unbreakable containers. Pack efficiently, placing smaller items together in a pouch or bag. Placing rolled up socks and other soft clothing items inside shoes will save space and help the shoes keep their shape. Hazardous materials are not allowed onboard. Please view the list of items that are considered dangerous when transported by air and should not be packed in checked or carryon baggage. Placing garments in plastic bags (such as those that come from a dry cleaners) before folding and packing will help to prevent wrinkling. Rolling up pants, t-shirts, etc. like a newspaper will lessen wrinkling. Evaluate whether an object could be scrutinized by airport security, based on the expectation that your bag will be opened for an inspection. Never pack cash, jewelry, medicine, keys, passport and/or visa, tour vouchers or business papers. Never pack business papers or irreplaceable items such as manuscripts. Never pack fragile items such as cameras, eyeglasses, glass containers and perishables. Don't over-pack a bag so that checked suitcases can be opened and closed with ease. This puts pressure on the latches, making it easier for them to pop open. Don't take the chance of losing items you have packed. If your bag cannot be easily closed, take something out! Also, lock your bags. The locks aren't very effective against pilferage, but they help to keep the latches from springing. Be sure to lock your luggage prior to checking it in, and keep the key with you. Remove hooks and straps before checking luggage. These are easily caught in baggage handling machinery, which can cause extensive damage to your bag. If you plan to check any electrical equipment, glassware, small appliances, pottery, typewriters, musical instruments or other fragile items, they should be packed in a container specifically designed to survive rough handling preferably a factory-sealed carton or a padded hard- shell carrying case. If you are traveling with an electric wheelchair, you must check in for your flight at least one hour prior to departure to allow for disassembly, when necessary, and proper packaging of batteries. Bringing along assembly instructions will help prevent damage during disassembly and will speed delivery time upon arrival at your destination."]
page[35]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0504.htm","Hazardous items","Except for toiletries and medicines totaling no more than 75 ounces, it is illegal and extremely dangerous to carry on board or check in your luggage any hazardous materials.","Except for toiletries and medicines totaling no more than 75 ounces, it is illegal and extremely dangerous to carry on board or check in your luggage any of the following hazardous materials: Aerosols and other compressed gases: Polishes, waxes, degreasers, cleaners, tear gas, oxygen cylinders, full scuba tanks, self-inflating rafts, etc. Corrosives: Acids, cleaners, lye, mercury, wet cell batteries (electric wheelchair batteries may need to be dismounted), etc. Radioactive materials: Betascopes, uninstalled pacemakers, radiopharmaceuticals, etc. Infectious substances: Medical laboratory specimens, viral organisms, bacterial cultures, etc. Poisons: Rat poison, weed killers, pesticides, insecticides, arsenic, cyanides, etc. Flammables: Paints, thinners, lighter fluid, liquid reservoir lighters, cleaners, adhesives, camp stoves or portable gas equipment with fuel, etc. Weapons: No knives or blades of any size, no matter what the material, may be packed in carry-on luggage. Small blades may be legally packed in checked luggage, but we recommend you leave them at home anyway. Unloaded firearms may be transported in checked luggage with certain airlines in some countries, if declared to the airline agent at check-in and packed in a suitable container. All firearms must be unloaded and presented for inspection by the airline. A Firearms Inspection Tag will be affixed. Handguns must be carried in locked containers. Other firearms must be encased in a container manufactured for the transportation of firearms and of sufficient strength to withstand normal handling and prevent damage to the weapon during transport. Ammunition must be contained in the manufacturer's original container or an equivalent that is sturdy and durable and provides for sufficient cartridge separation. The airlines prohibit ammunition from being carried, in any amount, in the aircraft cabin. Weapons such a throwing stars, swords, or other items commonly used in martial-arts competitions are also prohibited. Rules may vary from country to country. Explosives: Fireworks, flares, sparklers, signal devices, loaded firearms, gunpowder, blasting caps, dynamite, etc. (Small arms ammunition for personal use may be transported in checked luggage if it is securely packed in material designed for that purpose. These may not be placed in carry-on baggage.) Miscellaneous items: Large amounts of dry ice (frozen carbon dioxide), gasoline-powered tools, camping equipment with fuel, chemical oxygen generators (either used or unused). Matches (both 'strike anywhere' matches and safety or 'book' matches) may only be carried on your person. In certain instances, there are exceptions to the hazardous-materials rules (oxygen tanks, for example) only when personal care and medical needs are at issue. In these cases, check with the airline's freight department to see if transportation arrangements can be made. Some airlines do not accept styro-foam coolers. All perishable items are accepted at the Customer's own risk. The perishables must be completely frozen and packed in a hard, durable ice chest. Preferable refrigerant would be a frozen gel pack(s) placed inside the plastic bag with the frozen perishable item(s). A small amount of ice is acceptable when packed in a separate, leak proof bag inside the ice chest. Loose ice is not permitted. Dry ice is acceptable in quantities under 5 pounds, provided it is shipped in a package vented to release the carbon dioxide gasses to prevent a build up of pressure. The outside of the container must be marked 'DRY ICE' or 'CARBON DIOXIDE SOLID' and display the net weight of the dry ice. If you must travel with any of these materials, check with the airline's airfreight department to see if special arrangements can be made. In any case, contact your airline representative if you are unsure whether the item you wish to pack in your luggage or ship by air is hazardous. A violation of the hazardous materials restrictions can result in a civil penalty (in the USA of up to $25,000 for each violation or a criminal penalty of up to $500,000 and/or up to 5 years in jail)."]
page[36]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0505.htm","Baggage Allowance","Upon presentation by a fare-paying passenger of a valid ticket, Carrier will allow the following free baggage allowance.","Upon presentation by a fare-paying passenger of a valid ticket, Carrier will allow the following free baggage allowance: Each ticketed customer may travel with a number of bags free of charge. Passengers can carry on and/or check bags. Excess baggage will be accepted for an additional charge. Maximum allowed weight and maximum size of luggage are generally applied. Oversized and/or overweight items may be accepted for an additional charge. Please see Carrier for details on numbers, size and weight. Military passengers traveling on permanent change of station orders will be permitted to substitute as checked baggage one duffel bag, sea bag or B-4 bag which exceeds the dimension stated in (1) above, provided that same does not exceed the weight and a certain size. Sporting Equipment – One item of sporting equipment will be included in determining the free baggage allowance whether or not presented as a single piece. If not included in the free baggage allowance, the item will be subject to the applicable excess baggage charges. Fishing rods will be accepted at no extra charge if encased in a manufacturer's container or for an additional charge if encased in a container furnished by the airline. Depending on the overall weight, an item may have to be shipped as Air Cargo. One infant stroller and one infant car seat will be checked in addition to free baggage allowance at no charge for each fare paying passenger. Firearms - Carrier will refuse to accept any firearms and/or ammunition for transportation unless otherwise documented. Mobility and assistive devices which cannot be carried in the cabin due to space limitations will be checked and carried in addition to free baggage allowance, without charge, provided the passenger is dependant upon such items. Improperly packed and/or fragile items will be conditionally accepted and the airline will not be responsible for any damage to items that are tagged with Conditional Acceptance. Carrier will accept previously damaged, improperly packed, fragile or perishable items for carriage as checked baggage only at its sole discretion and then only at the passenger's own risk and without liability to Carrier."]
page[37]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0506.htm","Excess Baggage Charge","Excess baggage charges specified by the Carrier will be applicable.","Application - Excess baggage charges specified by the Carrier will be applicable from the point at which the baggage is accepted to the point to which the baggage is checked. Charges - Baggage in excess of free allowance will be charged. Baggage in excess of a certain size will be charged an oversize charge. See Carrier for details on charges. Exceptions - Some articles may be excluded from the baggage weight and size restrictions and shall be acceptable for transportation upon compliance with the special packing requirements and payments of assigned excess baggage fees. See Carrier for details on exceptions."]
page[38]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0507.htm","Checking of Baggage","Don't check in at the last minute.","Don't check in at the last minute. Even if you make the flight, your bag may not. Carrier will check the baggage of a fare-paying passenger when tendered at the airport office of Carrier in advance of flight departure time as prescribed by the Carrier. Airlines usually begin accepting baggage for check-in two hours before scheduled departure time. While we are unable to hold baggage for longer periods of time, many airports have storage lockers for rent. When checking luggage, allow sufficient time for it to be placed on your flight. Baggage checked less than 20 minutes before scheduled departure at curbside or at the ticket counter will be tagged with a Late Check-In Tag. Although every effort will be made to get late checked baggage on your flight, in the event your baggage does not arrive with you at your destination, the carrier may not assume delivery charges to get your baggage to you. When you've checked your luggage, make sure you receive a separate claim check for each piece of baggage you've checked. Check to make sure that the city shown on the claim check(s) matches your final destination. Don't throw them away until your bags are returned. Not only will you need them if a claim is necessary, but you may need to show them to security upon leaving the baggage-claim area. Don't leave them in the seat-pocket on the airplane. Know where your bags are checked to. They may be checked only to one of your intermediate stops rather than your final destination if: you must clear Customs short of your final destination, or you are taking a connecting flight involving two airlines which don't have an interline agreement (e.g., Southwest Airlines does not transfer bags to other carriers). Carrier will not check property so tendered to a point: Beyond the destination indicated on a passenger's ticket. Beyond a point at which the passenger desires to resume possession of his/her baggage. On a flight, unless accompanied by the passenger. Carrier will not hold and check baggage for future flights."]
page[39]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0508.htm","Acceptance of Baggage","All baggage tendered for transportation is subject to inspection by Carrier.","Inspection - All baggage tendered for transportation is subject to inspection by Carrier. Inspections will carried out in presence of its owner, the Passenger. For reasons of safety and security, you may be required to allow for a search, x-ray or other type of scan to be made of your person and your baggage. For the purpose of determining whether you are in possession of or whether your baggage contains any unacceptable items, which have not been presented to the authorities in accordance to regulations, your baggage may also be searched in your absence, if you are not available. If you are unwilling to comply with such requirement the airline may refuse, without refund or other liability, to carry you or your baggage. In the event that a search or scan causes damage to you, or an x-ray or scan causes damage to your baggage, the airline will not be liable for such damage unless due to their fault or negligence. If required, you must attend the inspection of your baggage, checked or unchecked, by customs or other Government officials. The airline is not liable to you for any loss or damage suffered by you through your failure to comply with this requirement. Acceptance - Carrier will accept as baggage such personal property as is necessary or appropriate for the wear, use, comfort or convenience of the passenger, as the personal property of the fare-paying ticket holder and not intended for sale to other persons, subject to the following conditions: Carrier will refuse to accept baggage for transportation on any flight other than the one on which the passenger is transported. Carrier will refuse to accept any property for transportation if it cannot withstand ordinary handling, or if its weight, size, or character renders it unsuitable for transportation on the particular aircraft on which it is to be carried unless passenger releases Carrier from liability. Each piece of luggage tendered to Carrier for carriage must have fixed thereto a current identification tag or label containing the passenger's name, address and telephone number (if available). Carrier will not accept as baggage any item which exceeds a certain size or which weighs more than a certain weight (see Carrier for details), except as specified elsewhere in this Contract. Carrier will refuse to accept property as baggage, which, because of its nature or characteristics, might cause damage to other baggage. Carrier will not accept as baggage any article, which cannot be carried in the baggage compartment of the aircraft."]
page[40]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0509.htm","Collection of Baggage at Arrival","When leaving the aircraft, check to make sure you have all your carryon items with you.","When leaving the aircraft, check to make sure you have all your carryon items with you. The airline cannot be responsible for carryon items left onboard the aircraft. You shall collect your Baggage as soon as it is available for collection at places of destination or stopover. If you do not collect it within a reasonable time, the carrier may charge a storage fee. If Checked Baggage is not claimed within three (3) months of the time it was made available to you, the airline may dispose of it without any liability to you. When claiming your checked baggage, check the claim check number and name tag to make sure it is yours. Many pieces of luggage look alike, and you don't want to walk off with someone else's. Only the bearer of the Baggage (Identification) Tag, delivered to the Passenger at the time the Baggage was checked, is entitled to delivery of Baggage. If a person claiming the Baggage is unable to produce a Baggage (Identification) Tag for identification of the Baggage, the carrier will deliver the Baggage to such person only on condition that he establishes to carrier’s satisfaction his or her right thereto, and if required by the carrier, such person shall furnish adequate security to indemnify the carrier for any loss, damage or expense which may be incurred by the carrier as a result of such delivery. Acceptance of Baggage by the bearer of the Baggage (Identification) Tag without complaint at the time of delivery is prima facie evidence that the Baggage has been delivered in good condition and in accordance with the contract of carriage. However, if your bag arrives open, unlocked or visibly damaged, check immediately to see if any of the contents are missing or damaged. Report any problems to your airline before leaving the airport. If your bags are damaged and you are carrying a camera, take photographs of the bags AT THE AIRPORT just in case you need proof later. Should the locks have been torn or cut off, remember to keep the broken locks as evidence. When (part of) your baggage did not arrive with your flight, insist that the airline fill out a form and give you a copy, even if they say the bag will be in on the next flight. Get the agent's name and an appropriate telephone number for following up (not Reservations). It's not unusual for the airline to take your claim checks when you report the problem; simply make sure this is noted on all copies of the report. Get the airline's baggage policies in writing, such as free delivery, reimbursement of necessary items while your bags are lost, acceptable length of delay, etc. Before leaving the airport, ask the airline if they will deliver the bag without charge when it is found. Also ask about an advance or reimbursement for any items you must buy while your bag is missing. Because your suitcases look fine, while unpacking later you could find damage or missing items. Never throw away the baggage tags until after you are home from your trip and everything is fine. Open your suitcase immediately when you get to where you are staying. Report any damage to contents or pilferage immediately by telephone. Make a note of the date and time of the call, and the name and telephone number of the person you spoke with. Follow up immediately with a certified letter. If you receive unsatisfactory actions from the carrier, follow up with a certified letter. If you are a frequent traveler on the airline, mention that fact. Remember you as a passenger can sue a carrier in small claims court."]
page[41]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0510.htm","Limitation of Liability","The liability of Carrier for loss of, damage to, or delay in the delivery of checked or unchecked baggage or its contents, is limited.","The liability, if any, of Carrier for loss of, damage to, or delay in the delivery of checked or unchecked baggage or its contents, is limited to the proven amount of damage or loss, but in no event shall be greater than a maximum liability amount (see Carrier for details) per fare paying passenger, unless the passenger at time of check-in has declared a higher valuation and paid an additional charge per one hundred of excess valuation. Carrier's liability with respect to mobility aids and assistive devices checked and carried by Carrier will be limited to, but no greater than a maximum liability amount (see Carrier for details) per fare-paying passenger. Carrier will compensate the passenger for all reasonable, documented direct and consequential damages incurred as a result of the loss, damage or delayed delivery of such baggage up to the limit of liability or declared valuation, whichever is higher, provided the passenger has exercised reasonable effort to minimize the amount of damage. Actual value for reimbursement of lost or damaged property shall be determined by the documented original purchase price less any applicable depreciation for prior usage. Carrier will be liable for such personal property only for the period in which it is in the custody of Carrier. Carrier will assume no liability or responsibility for property carried onboard an aircraft by a passenger and retained in the custody of the passenger. When excess value is declared, baggage will be checked and excess valuation charges collected only to point of stopover or to destination. The declared value of personal property, including baggage, shall not exceed a maximum liability amount (see Carrier for details). Excess valuation will not apply to money, jewelry, cameras, video and electronic equipment (including computers), silverware, negotiable papers, securities, business documents, samples, items intended for sale, paintings, antiques, artifacts, manuscripts, furs, irreplaceable books or publications and similar valuables. While every reasonable effort will be made to return items inadvertently left behind by passengers, Carrier assumes no liability for property carried onboard the aircraft by the passenger. Carrier will not be responsible for money, jewelry, cameras, video and electronic equipment (including computers), silverware, negotiable papers, securities, business documents, samples, items intended for sale, paintings, antiques, artifacts, manuscripts, furs, irreplaceable books, or publications and similar valuables contained in checked or unchecked baggage. Buy 'excess valuation' from the airline if your property is worth more than the airline's liability limit (Check with the airline). Your chances of recovery can be improved depending on where and how you bought your airline ticket. Some credit card companies and travel agencies offer optional baggage and/or travel insurance; some others provide it automatically."]

page[41]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo06.htm","The Day of Departure","Finally the day of your departure has arrived and you are ready to go. Are you?","Finally the day of your departure has arrived and you are ready to go. Are you? Did you ask yourself how to get to the airport, or what to wear? Did you check whether you have your ticket on you, whether there are any expected delays, or whether you are getting the best seat in the airplane? What are the procedures for check-in and boarding? Well, we hope to give you an answer on these and other questions you may have here. Traveling to the airport; The day of departure has arrived and it is time to dress, complete your packing and get to the airport. Will you use public transportation, a taxi, your own car, or will you ask a friend or relative to take you to the airport? Dealing with Lost Tickets; Airline tickets are similar to negotiable documents. Because of this, refunds can be difficult to obtain if tickets are lost or stolen. Many passengers believe that air tickets can be replaced as easily as travelers’ checks just because the reservation is in the computer, but that is not the case. Making changes to your ticket; In many cases, airlines let you change the return flight of your itinerary for an additional fee in addition to a possible increase in fare. Changing an entire unused ticket or the outbound flight of your itinerary, however, is another story. Check-in Procedure; Don't check in at the last minute. Even if you make the flight, your bag may not. If you miss the airline's check-in deadline, the carrier might not assume liability for your bag if it is delayed or lost. Getting a good, if not the best seat; Short of booking an entire row, well there's no sure way to guarantee that you won't be bumping shoulders with someone during your next coach-class flight. However, there are some things one can do to increase their chances of sitting in a less crowded and noisy area. An approved child restraint system; Proper use of an approved child restraint system (CRS) on an aircraft enhances child safety in the event of turbulence or an accident. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) strongly recommends that all children who fly, regardless of their age, use the appropriate restraint based on their size and weight. Paying for and refunding airline tickets; There are different ways to pay for your airline tickets, such as cash, personal checks and credit cards. Each of the payment methods has its advantages and disadvantages. And, when it comes to refunding, keep in mind that in many cases the Carrier is a non-refund airline. However, requests for refunds may be considered in exceptional circumstances and under certain conditions. Overbooking; Overbooking is not illegal, and most airlines overbook their scheduled flights to a certain extent in order to compensate for 'no-shows.' Passengers are sometimes left behind or 'bumped' as a result. Airlines may ask people who aren't in a hurry to give up their seats voluntarily, in exchange for compensation. Those passengers bumped against their will are, with a few exceptions, entitled to compensation. Refusal to transport; There are various reasons and circumstances in which an airline will refuse to transport passengers. This can vary from Government requests or regulations to passengers who are unwilling or unable to abide with Carrier’s no-smoking rules. Coping with flight delays and cancelled flights; Airlines don't guarantee their schedules, and you should realize this when planning your trip. There are many things that can - and often do - make it impossible for flights to arrive on time. Some of these problems, like bad weather, air traffic delays, and mechanical repairs, are hard to predict and beyond the airlines' control. How to protect your baggage; Million of bags cruise through airport carousels each day, with only a small percentage of those being 'mishandled' or routed to the wrong airport. Theft is more rampant than the traveler would like to believe, particularly on longer flights. Prepare for airport security screening; Passengers and their baggage are subject to inspection with an electronic detector with or without the passenger’s consent or knowledge. And, since 9-11-2001, airport screening procedures have intensified. Boarding Procedure; Airline customers checking in will receive a (numbered) boarding pass. At the gate, passengers will be informed when the airplane is ready for boarding, which is normally done in two steps, namely pre-boarding and general boarding. Right to Change Contract; Carrier reserves the right, to the extent not prohibited by federal law, to change, delete, or add to any of the terms of this Contract without prior notice. All changes must be in writing and must be available for public inspection at each of the Carrier's ticket offices."]
page[42]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0601.htm","Traveling to the airport","There are many aspects to take into consideration when traveling to and from the airport.","It is difficult to give you advise on how to get to the airport, as there are many aspects to take into consideration, such as the distance between your home and the airport, the traffic to the airport, the parking facilities at the airport, the length of your journey, the reason for travel, etc. You are the only one that, using common sense, has to consider the possibilities and risks, and take the appropriate decision. However, take into account that, when you return from your trip, you will be tired, may be even warn out, and that you would be better of not driving yourself. The holiday season is the season that most airlines recommend passengers to arrive at the airport an hour to two hours before their departure time during peak travel periods. Instead of driving to and parking at the airport yourself, take public transportation, a cab, shuttle service, or have a friend drop you off. If you must drive, try to avoid the inevitable holiday freeway congestion. And, if you are lucky enough to find a parking spot at the airport, write down the location of your car so you can easily find your car upon your return. Note that airlines do not assume any responsibility for the transportation of any passenger or his or her baggage between any airport used by the carrier and any city or other place in any area served through such airport. Ground transportation is at passenger's expense. What to wear; You should think about what you wear to the airport, as well. Wear sensible clothing to reduce your chances of serious injury in the unlikely event of an emergency. Wear clothes made of natural fabrics such as cotton, wool, denim or leather. Synthetics may melt when heated. Dress to cover as much skin as possible. Wear clothing that is roomy, avoiding restrictive clothing. Wear low-heeled, leather or canvas shoes. You might be asked to remove your shoes, so try to wear a pair that slip on without laces or straps. It's also common to have to remove hats and belts--consider going without if you'd like to avoid the embarrassment of being asked to unbuckle in public. Carry-on Baggage; Think small, Think smart, Think safe; Check with airline on size and number of carry-on bags allowed. Keep essentials such as prescriptions, personal hygiene items, passports, important documents and valuables (jewelry or cameras) in your carry-on bag. Plan to check in more of your baggage and carry on less. Be safety conscious when stowing baggage. Stow heavy items under the seat in front of you, not overhead. Don’t stack items in the overhead bin. Don’t be a bin hog. Don’t overstuff the overhead bin. In case of an emergency evacuation leave your belongings behind."]
page[43]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0602.htm","Dealing with Lost Tickets","Airline tickets are similar to negotiable documents.","Airline tickets are similar to negotiable documents. Because of this, refunds can be difficult to obtain if tickets are lost or stolen. Many passengers believe that air tickets can be replaced as easily as travelers’ checks just because the reservation is in the computer, but that is not the case. Your ticket number may be shown on your credit card receipt or travel agency itinerary. If it is not, jot write down the number on a sheet of paper and carry it separately from your ticket. Bring it with you on your trip. If the ticket does go astray, the airline can process your refund application more quickly, and perhaps issue an on-the-spot replacement ticket, if you can give them this number. You should report a lost ticket immediately to the airline that is shown as the issuing carrier at the top of the ticket. You may be required to repurchase a ticket in order to continue your trip. If you no longer meet all of the restrictions on your discount fare (e.g., seven-day advance purchase) the new ticket may cost more than the old one did. In that event, however, it is generally the higher fare that is eventually refunded, as long as you don't change any of the cities, flights or dates on your trip. Once the airline establishes that you actually bought the ticket, they will begin processing your refund application. There is often a waiting period of two to six months. If anyone uses or cashes in your ticket while the refund is pending, the airline may refuse to give you your money back. Finally, there is a handling charge that the airline may deduct from the refund. All in all, getting a refund or replacement for a lost ticket is a lot of trouble, and there's no guarantee you'll receive either one. So the best advice is-don't lose the ticket in the first place, or consider getting e-tickets, or electronic tickets, if available from your airline. That way, there's nothing tangible to lose. All you need is your confirmation number and a valid ID to hop on the plane."]
page[44]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0603.htm","Making Changes to your ticket","Airlines let you change the return flight of your itinerary for a fee in addition to any increase in fare.","In many cases, airlines let you change the return flight of your itinerary for a fee in addition to any increase in fare. Changing an entire unused ticket or the outbound flight of your itinerary, however, is another story: These changes tend to be more costly. Most airlines will charge a change fee plus the difference in price between the old ticket and the new itinerary. Your best bet is to plan carefully and avoid making changes whenever possible. If this is unavoidable, reschedule your flights as soon as possible, increasing your chances of a smaller difference in fares. If you are a traveler whose plans frequently change at a moment's notice, try to fly business or first class. Not only will you be more comfortable, you will also find that it's usually easier and often free to change business and first-class tickets. Think about buying unrestricted tickets. While they tend to cost more up front than restricted tickets, they typically carry no charge for changes. Unrestricted tickets are also refundable, while restricted tickets can only be exchanged."]
page[45]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0604.htm","Check-in Procedure","Check-in procedures may vary from country to country and may depend on whether your flight is a domestic, an international, or an intercontinental flight.","Check-in procedures may vary from country to country and may depend on whether your flight is a domestic, an international, or an intercontinental flight. On domestic flights in e.g. North America luggage is checked at the airline’s check-in counter, while passenger check-in for their flights at the departure gate. On most international and intercontinental flights both luggage and passengers are checked-in at the check-in counter. There may be exceptions on passengers traveling with hand-luggage only, who may obtain their boarding pass at the gate after having checked in by phone or electronically. Don't check in at the last minute. Even if you make the flight, your bag may not. If you miss the airline's check-in deadline, the carrier might not assume liability for your bag if it is delayed or lost. Customers presenting themselves for check-in at e.g. the departure gate less than 10 minutes before scheduled departure will lose their confirmed reservations and will not be eligible for denied boarding compensation. We recommend that all passengers check in at least one hour prior to departure. Some airlines may require longer check-in times (see Carriers for details) depending on the type of flight. Airlines rescind specific advance seat assignments 30 minutes before scheduled departure, even if you already have your boarding pass. You can lose your entire reservation if you haven't checked in 10 minutes before scheduled departure time on a domestic flight (longer on international flights). Allow time for traffic and parking problems. If a flight is oversold, the last passengers to check in are the first to be bumped, even if they have met the 10-minute deadline. Airlines usually begin accepting baggage for check-in two hours before scheduled departure time. While we are unable to hold baggage for longer periods of time, many airports have storage lockers for rent. When checking luggage, allow sufficient time for it to be placed on your flight. Baggage checked less than 20 minutes before scheduled departure at curbside or at the ticket counter will be tagged with a Late Check-In Tag. Although every effort will be made to get late checked baggage on your flight, in the event your baggage does not arrive with you at your destination, the carrier may not assume delivery charges to get your baggage to you. If traveling with an electric wheelchair, you must check in for your flight at least one hour prior to departure to allow for disassembly, when necessary, and proper packaging of batteries. Bringing along assembly instructions will help prevent damage during disassembly and will speed delivery time upon arrival at your destination. Never leave your luggage unattended. If you must leave the area where you have placed it, even for a moment, take your luggage with you. If you are able to present a paper ticket or an electronic ticket receipt that shows the correct flight and date information, you may proceed directly to the gate. Customers without electronic receipts or who have made changes to their tickets must first check-in at the airline's ticket or check-in counter. Most carriers will accept only their own tickets, and then only if all transportation written thereon uses the services of Carrier. Therefore, any ticket issued in conjunction with travel on another carrier will not be accepted. Some carriers, however, will accept tickets of any carrier with which it has and interline agreement with. Check your ticket immediately after checking in for each flight on your trip. Airline agents accidentally lift two coupons instead of one on occasion. When you check in, remove straps and hooks from garment bags that you are sending as checked baggage. These can get caught in baggage processing machinery, causing damage to the bag. Be sure to lock your luggage prior to checking it in, and keep the key with you. Put a tag on the outside of your baggage with your name, home address, and home and work phone numbers. The airlines provide free stick-on tags. Most carriers also have 'privacy tags' which conceal this information from passersby. Put the same information inside each bag, and add an address and telephone number where you can be reached at your destination city. The airline will put baggage destination tags on your luggage and give you the stubs to use as claim checks. Make sure you get a stub for every bag. Don't throw them away until after you get your bags back and you checked the contents. Not only will you need them if a claim is necessary, but you may need to show them to security upon leaving the baggage-claim area. Be sure all of the tags from previous trips are removed from your bag, since they may confuse busy baggage handlers. Each tag has a three-letter code and flight number that show the baggage sorters on which plane and to which airport your luggage is supposed to go. Double-check the tag before your bags go down the conveyor belt. (The airline will be glad to tell you the code for your destination when you make reservations or buy your tickets.) Your bags may only be checked to one of your intermediate stops rather than your destination city if you must clear Customs short of your final destination, or if you are taking a connection involving two airlines that don't have an interline agreement. It is suggested to go directly to the gate after check-in. Allow extra time to pass the security checkpoint. Heightened security requires more time in processing customers."]
page[46]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0605.htm","Getting a good, if not the best seat","There is absolutely nothing worse than getting a center seat on the plane!","Short of booking an entire row, there's no sure-fire way to guarantee that you won't be bumping shoulders with someone during your next coach-class flight. There is absolutely nothing worse than getting a center seat on the plane! However, there are some things you can do to increase your chances of sitting in a less crowded and noisy area. If you're choosing between several flights, inquire as to how full each flight is and then select the least crowded. Seat assignment on many airlines start 30 days in advance of the flight and with other carriers, up to 90 days (with the exception of Low Cost Carriers and some shuttle flights, which do not assign seats at all). Aisle seats are always the first to go, followed closely by window seating. Aisle seats have more leg room - window seats have less (due to the curvature inwards of the plane's sides). The longer you wait to book your flight plans, the greater the chance you will have of ending up with a center seat. Bulkhead seating is generally reserved for frequent flyers - always enroll in the carrier's frequent flyer program to procure better seating, regardless of your preference. If you're traveling with one other person, ask for seating assignments in the aisle and window seats in the same row on the same side of the plane. The middle seat, which is typically assigned last, may well remain empty, and you'll each be next to an empty seat. (If someone is assigned to the middle seat after all, one of you can simply ask to switch places with that passenger, who will probably be only too glad to give up the middle seat, allowing you two to sit together.) Depending on the seat configuration of the aircraft, it can also be a good idea to request a seat assignment in the center section toward the back of the plane, since the side sections of seats near the front fill up first. Once you arrive at your gate, ask the agent to place you next to an empty seat if one is available. If the flight is not full, the agent can often accommodate this request. If there's a particular location within the plane that you want to occupy, let the airline know in advance. Most airlines can provide printed brochures of the cabin configurations for the aircraft they fly; obtain a brochure in advance, then request a specific seat number when making your seat assignments. If your legs get cramped, you might volunteer to sit in one of the emergency-exit rows, which provide more leg room and often have one fewer seats than a regular row. Be aware, however, that seats in emergency-exit rows sometimes do not recline. Exit row seating cannot be assigned to anyone under the age of 15, nor blind or disabled passengers. However, you cannot reserve these seats, so if you desire an exit row seating for the extra leg room, arrive EARLY at the airport and request it. Note: On some aircraft the exit row seating does not always recline. The emergency-exit row is a safe haven for those who prefer a kid-free flight experience, as children are not allowed to occupy these seats. Another good way to avoid small children is to avoid bulkhead rows, which are often occupied by families. When booking through a @travel.com web site, take advantage of seat maps whenever possible. The seat maps feature, available during the online booking process, lets you request where in the aircraft you'd like to sit. Another smart trick: As soon as everyone has boarded, scope out the nearest pair of empty seats and stake your claim--pronto! However, due to weight balancing restrictions the cabin crew will not allow this before the plane is in flight and the seat belt sign has been turned off. So, if there are open seats more to your liking, request to move from the flight attendant as soon as the seat belt sign goes off. Seats near the center and rear tend to have the greatest engine noise. Seats near the rear are the most sensitive to turbulence. If you can sleep however, through engine noise and slight turbulence, book window seats in the back of the plane. You will have somewhere to rest your head while sleeping. On international flights, the seats closest to the galleys are usually the quietest (except at meal times) because there is no middle row. If using a travel agent, request that a notation is made in your profile for notification of any center aisle seating. This will alert you to arrive earlier for your flight. All unclaimed seats are released prior to boarding - alert the check-in attendant at check-in your preference for a better seat. If traveling with children, advise the carrier at time of reservation. If at all possible, they will do their best to assign a family together for seating. If working on the flight and traveling with a colleague, consider two aisle seats across from each other and make your reservations together on the same phone call. You will each have more leg room and less likely to be seated further apart on the flight. Reconfirming Your Seat; As a general rule for domestic flights, it's no longer imperative that you reconfirm your seat when traveling on a major airline (but it certainly can't hurt). However, if you have booked special meals or require any special assistance, touching base with the airline at least 24 hours in advance of travel is recommended. For international flights and flights on smaller airlines, reconfirming your seat and travel times is important. In these instances, you should contact the airline about 72 hours before departure."]
page[47]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0606.htm","An approved child restraint system","Proper use of an approved child restraint system (CRS) on an aircraft enhances child safety in the event of turbulence or an accident.","Proper use of an approved child restraint system (CRS) on an aircraft enhances child safety in the event of turbulence or an accident. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) strongly recommends that all children who fly, regardless of their age, use the appropriate restraint based on their size and weight. Before You Fly; Ensure that your CRS has received FAA approval. Check for a label reading, 'This restraint is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft.' Check the width of your CRS. While airline seats vary in width, a CRS no wider than 16' should fit in most coach seats. Even if the armrests are moved out of the way, a CRS wider than 16' is unlikely to fit properly into the frame of the aircraft seat. Ask the airline if they offer a discounted fare for a child traveling in a CRS. Purchasing an airline ticket (discounted or full fare) for your child is the only way to guarantee that you will be able to use a CRS. Check with the airline to determine their busiest days and times. By avoiding these times, you are more likely to be on a flight with an empty seat next to you. In many cases, airlines will allow you to seat your child under two years of age in your CRS in the empty airplane seat without having to pay the airline fare for the child. Be sure to ask your airline for its policy regarding an empty seat. If you purchase a ticket for your child, reserve adjoining seats. A CRS must be placed in a window seat so it will not block the escape path in an emergency. A CRS may not be placed in an exit row. If you need to change planes to make a connecting flight, it can be very challenging to transport a CRS, a child, and luggage through a busy airport. Most airlines will help parents make the connection if they can arrange for assistance in advance. Choosing the proper CRS; Always follow the manufacturer's instructions regarding use of the CRS. Do not place a child in a CRS designed for a smaller child. Be sure that shoulder straps come out of the CRS seat back above the child's shoulders. Fasten the aircraft seat belt around the CRS as tightly as possible. Recommendation based on a child’s weight; A child weighing less than 20 pounds (7.5 kilogram’s) should be placed in a rear-facing CRS. A child weighing from 20 to 40 pounds (7.5 to 15 kilogram’s) should be placed in a forward- facing child restraint. Although the safety technology of forward-facing child restraint systems in aircraft is still developing, current restraints offer dramatic improvements in protection compared to lap-held or unrestrained children. Children over 40 pounds (15 kilogram’s) may safely use an aircraft seat belt. Reminders; Use an approved CRS when traveling to and from the airport, and when you arrive at your destination. The safest place for a child on an airplane is in an approved CRS based on the child's weight. While booster seats and harness vests enhance safety in automobiles, they are banned for use during taxi, take-off and landing. Although they are permissible for use during the cruise portion of flight, they do not afford the same level of protection as a hard-shell CRS. In the United States, supplemental lap restraints, 'belly belts,' are banned from use in both automobiles and aircraft."]
page[48]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0607.htm","Paying for and refunding airline tickets","How can one pay for their ticket and what if a refund is necessary.","If you plan to pay in person and with your own bank check, take at least two forms of identification with you like a driver's license, a passport, major credit card, or employee I.D. card. Particularly when you purchase tickets far from your home town, airlines, travel agencies and other ticket outlets will want to confirm your identity. If you paid for your ticket with cash and you have a refundable fare, you can often get an immediate refund from the issuing airline or travel agency. If you paid by personal check, the refund will generally have to be mailed to you. NOTE: In some cases tickets purchased overseas in foreign currency can only be refunded in that same currency and country, due to foreign government monetary restrictions. Keep this in mind if you are considering buying a ticket in a foreign country. When you pay by credit card, your charge account is billed-whether you use your tickets or not. You won't receive credit unless the original unused tickets are returned to the airline. You usually can't get a cash refund for a credit card purchase. If you buy your tickets with a credit card and then change your flights, the ticket agent may want to credit the amount of the old tickets and issue another set with a second charge to your account. You may want to insist that the value of your old tickets be applied to the new ones, with the difference in price charged or credited to your account. While this creates a little extra work for the airlines, it prevents double-billing to your charge account. Payment by credit card provides certain protections under federal credit laws. When a refund is due, the airline must forward a credit to your card company within seven business days after receiving a complete refund application. If you paid by credit card for a refundable fare and you have trouble getting a refund that you are due, report this in writing to your credit card company. If you write to them within 60 days from the time that they mailed your first monthly statement showing the charge for the airline ticket, the card company should credit your account even if the airline doesn't. This procedure is particularly useful if your airline ceases operations before your flight. Refunds; In many cases the Carrier is a non-refund airline. However, requests for refunds may be considered in exceptional circumstances such as bereavements and on medical grounds. Requests for same-day refunds, within 24 hours of the original booking, are also accepted. A fee per passenger per leg may be charged (see Carrier for details). Otherwise, the Carrier reserves the right to refund in currency of ticket issuance or local currency. Requests for refunds on refundable tickets will not be honored after two (2) years from the date of original issue. Involuntary - When passage is involuntary cancelled or terminated before the passenger has reached final destination shown on his/her ticket because of flight cancellation, missed connections, flight delay, omission of a scheduled stop, or refusal or removal under conditions prescribed, Carrier will, upon surrender of the ticket, or unused portion thereof, make a refund upon one of the following bases: When no portion of the trip has been made, refund will be made in an amount equal to the fare paid; When a portion of the trip has been made, refund will be made in an amount equal to the applicable one-way fare (less the applicable discount, if any) via the routing specified on the ticket from the point of cancellation or termination either to the point at which air transportation is to be resumed or to the destination specified on the ticket. Voluntary - When passage is voluntarily cancelled or discontinued by a passenger of his/her own volition before reaching the final destination shown on his/her ticket or when passage is cancelled before scheduled departure time or discontinued for any other reason not defined, the following rules apply: When no portion of the trip has been made, the customer may exchange his/her wholly unused ticket for a non-refundable MCO for future travel on the airline to other destinations for a surcharge, or reissue for a new ticket for the same routing valid for one year from the date of original issue for a fee (see Carrier for details on amounts). When a portion of the trip has been made, any unused portion of a ticket has no value."]
page[49]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0608.htm","Overbooking","Overbooking is not illegal, and most airlines overbook their scheduled flights to a certain extent in order to compensate for 'no-shows'.","Overbooking is not illegal, and most airlines overbook their scheduled flights to a certain extent in order to compensate for 'no-shows.' Passengers are sometimes left behind or 'bumped' as a result. When an over-sale occurs, the Department of Transportation (DOT) requires airlines to ask people who aren't in a hurry to give up their seats voluntarily, in exchange for compensation. Those passengers bumped against their will are, with a few exceptions, entitled to compensation. Voluntary bumping; Almost any group of airline passengers includes some people with urgent travel needs and others who may be more concerned about the cost of their tickets than about getting to their destination on time. Rules require airlines to seek out people who are willing to give up their seats for some compensation before bumping anyone in- voluntarily. Here's how this works. At the check-in or boarding area, airline employees will look for volunteers when it appears that the flight has been oversold. If you're not in a rush to arrive at your next destination, you can give your reservation back to the airline in exchange for compensation and a later flight. But before you do this, you may want to get answers to these important questions: When is the next flight on which the airline can confirm your seat? The alternate flight may be just as acceptable to you. On the other hand, if they offer to put you on standby on another flight that's full, you could be stranded. Will the airline provide other amenities such as free meals, a hotel room, phone calls, or ground transportation? If not, you might have to spend the money they offer you on food or lodging while you wait for the next flight. DOT has not said how much the airline has to give volunteers. This means carriers may negotiate with their passengers for a mutually acceptable amount of money-or maybe a free trip or other benefits. Airlines give employees guidelines for bargaining with passengers, and they may select those volunteers willing to sell back their reservations for the lowest price. If the airline offers you a free ticket, ask about restrictions. How long is the ticket good for? Is it 'blacked out' during holiday periods when you might want to use it? Can it be used for international flights? Most importantly, can you make a reservation, and if so, how far before departure are you permitted to make it? Involuntary bumping; DOT requires each airline to give all passengers who are bumped involuntarily a written statement describing their rights and explaining how the carrier decides who gets on an oversold flight and who doesn't. Those travelers who don't get to fly are frequently entitled to an on-the-spot payment of denied boarding compensation. The amount depends on the price of their ticket and the length of the delay: If you are bumped involuntarily and the airline arranges substitute transportation that is scheduled to get you to your final destination (including later connections) within one hour of your original scheduled arrival time, there is no compensation. If the airline arranges substitute transportation that is scheduled to arrive at your destination between one and two hours after your original arrival time (between one and four hours on international flights), the airline must pay you an amount equal to your one-way fare to your final destination, however, there is a maximum to this amount. If the substitute transportation is scheduled to get you to your destination more than two hours later (four hours internationally), or if the airline does not make any substitute travel arrangements for you, the compensation doubles (200% of your fare, again, with a maximum amount). You always get to keep your original ticket and use it on another flight. If you choose to make your own arrangements, you can request an 'involuntary refund' for the ticket for the flight you were bumped from. The denied boarding compensation is essentially a payment for your inconvenience. Like all rules, however, there are a few conditions and exceptions: To be eligible for compensation, you must have a confirmed reservation. An 'OK' in the Status box of your ticket qualifies you in this regard even if the airline can't find your reservation in the computer, as long as you didn't cancel your reservation or miss a reconfirmation deadline. You must meet the airline's deadline for buying your ticket. Discount tickets must usually be purchased within a certain number of days after the reservation was made. Other tickets normally have to be picked up no later than 30 minutes before the flight. In addition to the ticketing deadline, each airline has a check-in deadline, which is the amount of time before scheduled departure that you must present yourself to the airline at the airport. For domestic flights most carriers have a deadline of 10 minutes before scheduled departure, but some can be an hour or longer. (Many airlines require passengers with advance seat assignments to check in 30 minutes before scheduled departure, even if they already have advance boarding passes. If you miss this deadline you may lose the specific seats you were promised, although not the reservation itself.) Check-in deadlines on international flights can be as much as three hours before scheduled departure time, due partially to security procedures. Some airlines may simply require you to be at the ticket/baggage counter by this time; most, however, require that you get all the way to the boarding area. If you miss the ticketing or check-in deadline, you may have lost your reservation and your right to compensation if the flight is oversold. As noted above, no compensation is due if the airline arranges substitute transportation which is scheduled to arrive at your destination within one hour of your originally scheduled arrival time. If the airline must substitute a smaller plane for the one it originally planned to use, the carrier isn't required to pay people who are bumped as a result. The rules do not apply to charter flights, or to scheduled flights operated with planes that hold 60 or fewer passengers. They don't apply to international flights inbound to the United States, although some airlines on these routes may follow them voluntarily. Also, if you are flying between two foreign cities-from Paris to Rome, for example-these rules will not apply. The European Community has a rule on bumping that occur in an EC country; ask the airline for details, or contact DOT. The most effective way to reduce the risk of being bumped is to get to the airport early. On oversold flights the last passengers to check in are usually the first to be bumped, even if they have met the check-in deadline. Allow extra time; assume that the airport access road is backed up, the parking lot is full, and there is a long line at the check-in counter. However, if you arrive so early that your airline has another flight to your destination leaving before the one that you are booked on, either switch to the earlier flight or don't check your bag until after the first flight leaves. If you check your bag right away, it might get put on the earlier flight and remain unattended at your destination airport for hours. Airlines may offer free transportation on future flights in place of a check for denied boarding compensation. However, if you are bumped involuntarily you have the right to insist on a check if that is your preference. Once you cash the check (or accept the free flight), you will probably lose the right to demand more money from the airline later on. However, if being bumped costs you more money than the airline will pay you at the airport, you can try to negotiate a higher settlement with their complaint department. If this doesn't work, you usually have 30 days from the date on the check to decide if you want to accept the amount of the check. You are always free to decline the check and take the airline to court to try to obtain more compensation. The government's denied boarding regulation spells out the airlines' minimum obligation to people they bump involuntarily. Finally, don't be a 'no-show.' If you are holding confirmed reservations you don't plan to use, notify the airline. If you don't, they will cancel all onward or return reservations on your trip. Boarding Priority Rules; In determining which passengers holding confirmed reserved space shall be denied boarding involuntarily, Carrier shall deny boarding to such passengers in the order of its boarding priority, which is first-come, first-served at the boarding gate with no preference given to any particular category. Reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate physically handicapped, elderly, or infirm passengers needing assistance, and unaccompanied children. Denied Boarding Compensation; Conditions for Payment of Compensation to Passengers Denied Boarding - Subject to the exceptions in this subparagraph, Carrier will tender to the passenger the amount of compensation when: Passenger holding a ticket for confirmed reserved space presents him/herself for carriage at the appropriate time and place, having complied fully with Carrier's requirements as to ticketing, check-in and reconfirmation under Carrier's Contract of Carriage; and The flight for which the passenger holds confirmed reserved space is unable to accommodate the passenger and departs without him/her. The passenger will not be eligible for compensation if: The passenger becomes a volunteer for denied boarding on the flight for which he holds confirmed reserved space; or Carrier offers comparable air transportation, or other transportation used by the passenger at no extra cost, which at the time such arrangements are made is planned to arrive at the passenger's next stopover or, if none, final destination within one (1) hour after the scheduled arrival of the passenger's original flight. Amount of Compensation Payable; Carrier will tender compensation as liquidated damages to each passenger who is eligible for denied boarding compensation, in certain amounts (see Carrier for details). Tender of the compensation will be made by Carrier on the day at the place where the denied boarding occurs, except that if Carrier arranges for the passenger's convenience alternate means of transportation which departs before the tender can be made, tender will be by mail or other means within twenty-four (24) hours after the denied boarding. Compensation will be in the form of a draft made payable to the passenger, except that the airline may offer vouchers for free transportation in lieu of the draft. The passenger may insist on the draft, or may refuse all compensation and bring private legal action. Acceptance of the compensation by the passenger relieves Carrier from any further liability to the passenger caused by Carrier's failure to honor the confirmed reservation."]
page[50]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0609.htm","Refusal to Transport","Carrier will refuse to transport, or will remove at any point, any passenger in certain circumstances.","Carrier will refuse to transport, or will remove at any point, any passenger in the following circumstances: Government Request or Regulation - Whenever such action is necessary to comply with any government regulation, or to comply with any governmental request for emergency transportation in connection with the national defense, or whenever such action is necessary or advisable by reason of weather or other conditions beyond its control (including, without limitation, acts of God, force majeure, strikes, civil commotion, embargoes, wars hostilities or disturbances) actual, threatened or reported. Search of Passenger or Property - Any passenger who refuses to permit search of his or her person or property for explosives or a concealed, deadly or dangerous weapon or article. Proof of Identity - Any passenger who refused on request to produce positive identification. Carrier shall have the right, but shall not be obligated to require, positive identification of persons purchasing tickets and/or presenting a ticket for the purpose of boarding aircraft. Persons requiring medical oxygen for use on board the aircraft, incubators, or hook-ups for a respirator to the aircraft electrical power supply, or persons who must travel on a stretcher. A Qualified Handicapped Individual whose carriage may impair the safety of the flight or violate Federal Aviation Regulations. However, Carrier may require that a Qualified Handicapped Individual be accompanied by an attendant as a condition of being provided air transportation in certain circumstances (see Carrier for details). Comfort and Safety - In the following categories where refusal or removal may be necessary for the comfort or safety of the passengers or other passengers: Persons whose conduct is or has been known to be disorderly, abusive, offensive, threatening, intimidating or violent; Persons who are barefoot and over five years old; Persons who are unable to sit in the seat in the full upright position with the seat belt fastened; Persons who appear to be intoxicated or under the influence of drugs; Persons who are known to have a contagious disease; Persons who refuse to comply with instructions given by Station management, supervisory personnel or uniformed flight crew members prohibiting the solicitation of items for sale or purchase, including airline tickets, passes or travel award certificates; Persons who have an offensive odor, except where such condition is the result of a qualified handicap; Persons who wear or have on or about their persons concealed or unconcealed deadly or dangerous weapons; provided, however, that Carrier will carry passengers who meet the qualifications and conditions established in FAR 108.11; Manacled persons in the custody of law enforcement personnel; persons brought to the airport in manacles; persons who have resisted escorts; or escorted persons who express to Carrier personnel objection to the flight; Persons who have misrepresented a condition which becomes evident upon arrival at the airport, and the condition is unacceptable for passage; Passengers under the age of fourteen (14) days, unless attending physician approves travel. Passengers who are unwilling or unable to abide with Carrier no-smoking rules; However, Carrier will not refuse to provide transportation to a Qualified Handicapped Individual solely because the person's handicap results in appearance or involuntary behavior that may offend, annoy or inconvenience crewmembers or other passengers. NOTE: Carrier will not provide certain extensive in-flight special services including, but not limited to, assistance in actual eating, assistance within the restroom or assistance at the passenger's seat with elimination functions, or provision of medical services. The tickets of any passenger refused passage or removed en route will be refunded in accordance with this Contract. The sole recourse of any passenger refused passage or removed en route will be the recovery of the refund value of the unused portion of his or her ticket."]
page[51]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0610.htm","Coping with flight delays and cancelled flights","Delayed and cancelled flights rank among the most frequent complaints filed with the Department of Transportation.","Delayed and cancelled flights rank among the most frequent complaints filed with the Department of Transportation. This is one area of the industry that is not controlled by any laws. Most airline trips are uneventful, however, airlines do not guarantee their schedules, and one should realize this when planning a trip. There are many things that can - and often do - make it impossible for flights to arrive on time. Some of these problems, such as bad weather and the air traffic delays resulting from it, are beyond the airlines’ control. Others, such as mechanical repairs, are mostly predictable. Late or Irregular Operation - Whenever Carrier fails to operate any flight according to schedule or changes the schedule of any flight, Carrier will, at the request of the passenger: Transport the passenger on another of its flights on which space is available at no additional charge; or Refund the ticket. Cancelled Flight(s) - In the event of flight cancellation, the Carrier will, at the request of the passenger: Transport the passenger on another of its flights on which space is available at no additional charge; or Refund the ticket. Generally the Carrier shall not be liable or responsible for any failure or delay in operating any flight due to causes beyond the Carrier's control, including but not limited to, acts of God, governmental actions, fire, weather, mechanical difficulties, strikes or labor disputes or inability to obtain fuel for the flight in question (see Carrier for exceptions). Carrier undertakes to use its best efforts to promptly notify all affected passengers of planned schedule changes and service withdrawals. This provision shall not be available to Carrier as a defense against claims by passenger unless Carrier has posted a sign containing notice of the content of this Section at each ticket counter and gate departure desk operated by Carrier. Contract terms shall in no manner limit the availability of any appropriate common law defenses which Carrier may assert in a court of law. Carrier will attempt to carry passengers and their baggage promptly but schedules are subject to change without notice and the time shown in Carrier's timetables, tickets and advertising are not guaranteed. Carrier may substitute other aircraft or airlines and may change, add or omit stopping places, all without prior notice to passengers. Carrier is not responsible for making connections to other flights of its own or those of other airlines. Build time into any itinerary for delays. Nevertheless, you can take steps to reduce your chances of encountering most delays and/or to limit their effects. When booking a flight, remember that a departure early in the day is less likely to be delayed than a later flight, partly due to the “ripple” effects of delays throughout the day. Also, if an early flight does get delayed or canceled, one may have more rerouting options. If the last flight of the day has been booked and that one is canceled, you could get stuck overnight. If you have to spend the night at an airport at your own expense, ask the airline to call and request a Distressed Passenger Rate. When making reservations that either have connections or layovers in 'snow country' during the winter months, consider routing your trip elsewhere if possible to avoid a potential delay. When making domestic/international connections, always call BOTH airlines and request a notation to be put in your passenger's name record (PNR) with the other carrier's flight number and time. In general, you are least likely to be delayed on nonstop flights. A connection (change of planes) always involves the possibility of a misconnection. On a direct flight (intermediate stop, no change of planes), the second leg could be delayed or canceled. If you choose a flight with a stop or connection, try to select the one stopping at the least-congested en-route airport in order to reduce the risk of delay or misconnection. Also take into consideration seasonal variations in weather if you have a choice of connecting cities. When booking a connection, always check the amount of time between flights. Ask yourself what will happen if the first flight is delayed; if you don't like the answer, pick another flight or construct a connection that allows more time. Certain airports are more congested than others are. Also, flights during peak travel times of the day (e.g., 4:00-6:00 p.m.) are more susceptible to delay. Examine flights to all airports that serve your destination city. Ask about the on-time performance of each flight you are considering. The major airlines are required to make this information available upon request if you make a reservation through the carrier. These airlines also make the same information available through their web site or Computer Reservations Systems to consumers booking through travel agents. Stay tuned to the radio prior to your flight if possible. Make sure you have already called the airline though, before heading to the new airport, to check on the airline well ahead of your departure time to check on your flight’s status. If there is a problem, try to rebook over the telephone. While airlines often try to call to notify you of schedule changes, it may not be possible to do so if the airline only becomes aware of the delay within hours only shortly before the flight. It ’is wise to check. Also, make sure your airline’s record of your reservation contains a telephone number where you can be reached, or you will lose any opportunity of being called about a delay or flight change. If you can't get an answer on the phone and your schedule allows this, head for the airport - most gate attendants will be more than happy to get as many passengers to their destinations before predicted cancellations and delays. Arrive earlier than required if at all possible - if there is another flight going out and there is room, generally the carriers will allow you to get on the earlier flight without any additional charge. If your flight is delayed, try to find out how late it will be so that you can evaluate your options. But keep in mind that it is sometimes difficult for airlines to estimate the total duration of a delay during its early stages. In so-called “creeping delays,” unanticipated developments may occur. Weather that had been forecast to improve can instead deteriorate, or a mechanical problem can turn out to be more complex than initially expected. If the problem is with local weather or air traffic control, all flights will probably be late and there' is not much you or the airline can do to speed up your departure. If there is a mechanical problem with the plane for your particular flight or if the crew is delayed on an incoming flight, you might be better off trying to arrange another flight, as long as you do not have to pay a penalty or higher fare for changing your reservations. (It is sometimes easier to make such arrangements from a pay phone or cell phone than at a ticket counter.) If you find a flight on another airline, ask the first airline to endorse your ticket to the new carrier, which could save you a fare increase. Remember, however, that there is no rule requiring an airline to do this. If a snowstorm is scheduled the same day as your flight, check with your airline to see if you can standby for a flight the day before the snowstorm. If you are flying on an electronic ticket and will be switching carriers, request your original carrier to print out and/or endorse your ticket over to the new carrier BEFORE going to the new carrier. If your flight is late and your connection at the next airport is in jeopardy, tell a flight attendant while you are in flight or let the gate agent know if you are still at the gate. While on the airplane, check out the in-flight magazine for a diagram of the airport you will be landing in. Knowing the layout of the airport will help you move faster if connection time is at a premium. If your flight is canceled, most airlines will rebook you on their first next flight of theirs to your destination on which space is available, at no additional charge. If this involves a significant delay, find out if another carrier has space seats and ask the first airline to endorse your ticket to that carrier. Finding extra seats may be difficult, however, especially over holidays and other peak travel times. You may also demand a refund for a canceled flight. Generally airlines will allow your outbound airport to be changed due to known traffic accidents and the delays caused by them. Contact the airline with the desire to change your outbound flight to another airport if possible. Each airline has its own policies about what it will do for delayed passengers waiting at the airport. There are no federal requirements regarding these amenities or services. If you are delayed, ask the airline staff if they will pay for meals or phone calls. Some airlines, often those charging very low fares, do not provide any amenities to stranded passengers. Others may not offer amenities if bad weather or something else beyond the airline’s control causes the delay. Before you book your flight, you may wish to check the web sites of the larger carriers for their voluntary Customer Service Plans, which list the amenities that those airlines will provide to passengers. Airlines are not required to provide overnight accommodations unless it's between 12 o'clock midnight and 5 AM. Contrary to the belief of some, airlines are not required to compensate passengers for “damages” when flights are delayed or canceled. Compensation is required by law only when you are “bumped” from a flight that is oversold. Airlines almost always refuse to pay passengers for financial losses resulting from a delayed flight. If the purpose of your trip is to close a potentially lucrative business deal, to give a speech or lecture, to attend a family function, or to be present at any time-sensitive event, you might want to allow a little extra time and take an earlier flight. In other words, airline delays and cancellations are not unusual, and defensive planning is a good idea when time is your most important consideration. Although all carriers will deny this, passengers traveling on full coach tickets and/or are members of their frequent flyer programs, have more clout in these situations. Also, be aware of your carrier's 'Passenger's Bill of Rights' in the event of cancelled flights - all have it listed on their web site."]
page[52]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0611.htm","How to Protect Your Baggage","Protect your belongings from theft or from getting lost.","From Theft; Theft is more rampant than the traveler would like to believe, particularly on longer flights. Here are a few ideas to protect your checked in, and carry on luggage. Replace the locks that came with your suitcases with a stronger lock. A combination lock is preferable so that you don't have to worry about lost keys. Consider this for carry on items as well. For checked in luggage, add a few strips of colorful tape like electrical tape or hockey tape to help indicate whether your luggage has been broken into if the tape is all torn. Keep your most valuable items at the bottom of your carry on in order to reduce easy access for a would-be thief. When possible, place carry on items under the seat in front of you, where it is more difficult for someone else to access. If your flight stops at another airport before continuing you are often given the option to take a break in the airport terminal. If you do, bring your carry on with you. Otherwise, you have provided a thief with an open invitation to steal. For longer flights, try placing any items for overhead storage in the bins across the aisle from you so you can keep an eye on anyone rifling through your things. Do not leave keys, important documents, or your wallet in your coat. Whether it is hung in the wardrobe or tucked in the overhead storage, this is easy prey for a thief. Vital documents like passports and tickets should be kept on your person at all times if possible. Wearing a neck pouch that can be tucked under your shirt while you are sleeping is a good option. Keep your wallet on your person at all times. From getting Lost; More than two million bags cruise through airport carousels each day, with only a small percentage of those being 'mishandled' or routed to the wrong airport. And the majority of bags are returned to their rightful owner within 24 hours. But still, loss does occur and it's well worth the effort to try to minimize the chances that your bag will be lost or misdirected. Start by anticipating a worst-case scenario when you pack your bags. Avoid carrying cash, important documents, medication, jewelry, cameras, and breakables in your luggage. Instead, bring those valuables and a change of clothes with you in a small carry-on. After you've finished packing, place the appropriate identification tags on all of your bags. Clearly indicate your name, phone number, and work or home address on the tags. Also, slip a copy of your travel itinerary inside your bags in case the outside tags are ripped off while in transit. While you're at it, remove all straps and hooks from your garment bags and suitcase as they can get caught and damaged in the machinery. Another hint: Add a colorful sticker or ribbon to your bag to distinguish it from the others. When making your reservations, avoid changing airlines or reserving flights with connections--the more complicated your itinerary, the more likely your bags will get lost in the shuffle. Also, avoid showing up at the airport two minutes before the flight is ready to depart. Though you may narrowly make it onto the plane, your bags may be left behind. When you check your bags, make sure to obtain a claim check and verify that the tags you've been given correspond with the correct airport code for your destination. If the contents of your bags exceed the maximum amount the airlines will reimburse you for if your bag is lost for good, you might want to look into purchasing 'excess valuation' upon check-in. Though it's not insurance, it will increase the amount of money owed to you by the airline if your bags are lost. While the cost to obtain it is usually minimal, the airline can refuse to sell excess valuation on items such as expensive jewelry, antiques, medicines, and the like. If you're still worried about your bag, there is a way to make sure the airline doesn't lose it: Ship it. E.g. Virtual Bellhop is a company that specializes in door-to-door transportation of your luggage. For a price starting at about $65, the company will pick up your packed bag at your home a day or two before the flight. It will be waiting for you when you arrive. On the way home, your bag will again be picked up at your hotel room, and will arrive at your home or office a day or two later. You will have to put up with not having your suitcase for a few days on either end of the trip, but you will have the peace of mind that comes from always knowing where your bag is."]
page[53]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0612.htm","Prepare for airport security screening","Passengers and their baggage are subject to inspection with an electronic detector with or without the passenger’s consent or knowledge.","Passengers and their baggage are subject to inspection with an electronic detector with or without the passenger’s consent or knowledge. And, since 9-11-2001, airport screening procedures have intensified. Keep these tips in mind to make going through Security less stressful. Wear shoes without laces. You may be asked to take off your shoes for scanning. This is certainly easier if you don't have to fuss with laces. Have your boarding card ready, with a piece of photo identification. If you are bringing a cell phone, laptop, camera, or another electronic device turn it on so that security can inspect it more quickly. All carryon luggage is subject to inspection at the security checkpoint. It could be required that gifts be unwrapped for inspection, so it's best to wait to wrap them until you've reached your destination. Do not bring nail files, nail clippers, scissors, swiss army knives, or tweezers in your carry on. These items will likely be confiscated. If you are bringing alcohol in your carry on make sure it is sealed and unopened or it will likely be confiscated. Make sure any such bottles are at hand as they will likely be inspected. Make sure your overcoat, or coat is off and ready to go through the security scanners. Remove coins or metal objects from your pockets. Make sure you are not toting more than the permitted amount of carry on items. If you bring too much carry on, you will likely be sent back to check in and with security lines being longer, this could result in missed flights."]
page[54]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0613.htm","Boarding Procedure","Airline customers will receive a boarding pass at check-in.","Airline customers will receive a boarding pass at check-in. Regular airlines normally use numbered boarding passes, which has the seat number printed. So called Low Cost Carriers use unnumbered passes, and passengers are free to find an empty seat in the aircraft. Boarding normally goes in two phases, the pre-boarding and the general boarding. After pre-boarding of disabled customers, unaccompanied children, and families with small children, general boarding of all the remaining passengers will take place. If a numbered boarding pass has been issued, boarding of the remaining passengers may be by seating row numbers (e.g. 1 through 25 will board; then 26 through 50; 51 through 75, and so forth). Boarding pass numbers are given in relation to time of check-in and to seat availability. Note that per Federal Law, children under 15 years of age may not occupy seats in emergency exit rows. When boarding the aircraft, any carryon item with hard edges or inflexible surfaces should be placed under your seat or on the floor of the overhead bin. Don't place it on top of other items in the overhead bin. Luggage shifts about within the bin, and it could fall out and injure someone when the bin door is opened."]

page[55]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo07.htm","During the Flight","You're on your way to your destination, sitting comfortably and relaxed.","You're on your way to your destination, sitting comfortably and relaxed, while having a drink and smoking a cigar after a delightful meal, or aren't you? Probably not. You must be wondering about health aspects during the flight, asking yourself whether you will be able to cope with jetlag after your arrival and how to ensure a safe trip. Economy Class Syndrome; During flight, blood coagulability rises steadily and blood flow slows down, especially in the lower legs. Blood clots form, usually painlessly, but some cause pain and swelling. If a clot travels to the lung it can cause pain, fainting and death. A clot in the leg is called deep vein thrombosis. A clot in the lung is pulmonary embolism. Clots also form in the arterial system and in the heart, leading to heart failure and stroke. Changes in air pressure; Flying generally raises no health considerations for the millions of routine travelers, however, there are many things you can do to ensure that your flight is as comfortable as possible. Turbulence; Turbulence is air movement that normally cannot be seen and often occurs unexpectedly. It can be created by e.g. atmospheric pressures, jet streams, mountain waves, cold or warm fronts, or thunderstorms. Turbulence can occur when the sky appears to be clear. Yearly hundreds of passengers are injured by turbulence while not wearing their seat belts. Avoiding jetlag; Jetlag is a by-product of air travel when one feels tired, fuzzy and generally fatigued, sometimes accompanied by dull headaches, and is actually caused by disruption of your 'body clock', designed for a regular rhythm of daylight and darkness, that is now thrown out of 'sync' when it experiences daylight and darkness at the 'wrong' times in a new time zone. The symptoms of Jetlag often persist for days, if not weeks, while the internal body clock slowly adjusts to the new time zone. How to 'survive' long-haul flights; A long flight, specifically in an economy seat, is one of the prospects that air travelers tend to dread. Although flying generally raises no health considerations, there are many things you can do to ensure that your flight is as comfortable as possible. What about the effects of air pressure and air dryness on your well being, your skin and looks? An approved child restraint system; Proper use of an approved child restraint system (CRS) on an aircraft enhances child safety in the event of turbulence or an accident. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) strongly recommends that all children who fly, regardless of their age, use the appropriate restraint based on their size and weight. Your safe trip; You need to be aware of what you can do to insure a safe journey, taking into account that anything can happen before, during and after the flight. In this section we made an attempt to provide you guidelines with a focus on safety. Smoking; Just keep in mind that smoking aboard the aircraft is prohibited in accordance with most Federal Laws, on domestic, international, as well as intercontinental flights. Not all countries, however, and thus airlines banned smoking, such as Middle East, African, South American and Asian countries. Stopovers; A stopover shall occur when a passenger arriving at an immediate or junction point on his/her itinerary fails to depart from such intermediate or junction point on the published connecting flight to the passenger's next intermediate or junction point or destination. Another reason for a stopover would be that the next published connecting flight was scheduled only to depart the next morning. In the first instance the cause could be a delayed arrival, a delayed departure, or even a cancelled flight. In such a case the airline could either arrange for an overnight accommodation at its own expense, or against a special rate. However, if the stopover was a “planned’ one, the cost associated with an overnight stay would be for the passengers own expense."]
page[56]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0701.htm","Economy Class Syndrome","Avoid Economy Class Syndrome (ECS), blood clots formed during air travel.","How to avoid Economy Class Syndrome (ECS), blood clots formed during air travel. Various cases have been published whereby people, unaware of a blood clot having formed in their body during e.g. a long haul flight, died from that blood clot traveling to the lungs, brains, or heart. The time in which the blood clot travels, from where it was formed, can take hours, days, or even weeks. Medical journals say that during flight blood coagulability rises steadily and blood flow slows down, especially in the lower legs. Blood clots form, usually painlessly, but some cause pain and swelling. If a clot travels to the lung it can cause pain, fainting and death. A clot in the leg is called deep vein thrombosis (DVT). A clot in the lung is pulmonary embolism (PE). Clots also form in the arterial system and in the heart, leading to heart failure and stroke. Simple and effortless exercises prevent DVT and PE. You need to flex your leg muscles during flight. Advice for Passengers to Avoid Thrombosis Injury Coagulability rises steadily during air travel. The longer the flight, the greater the risk. Clots in the arterial system cause heart attack and stroke. If you are being treated for any heart condition, hardening of the arteries, diabetic arteriopathy, or similar conditions, taking aspirin may reduce your risk. Your doctor may also recommend injection (in the stomach fat) of a low molecular weight heparin. Clots in the venous system are more likely and easily preventable. Don't wear anything that could impede the circulation (like a knee brace). Frequent leg flexing is the best preventive for ECS. You need to activate the muscles enough to push the blood through the veins. Do it firmly and deliberately but not strenuously. If you are bothering your seatmates, you are doing it too vigorously. How often? It is recommended to flex your legs with 30 minute intervals, more frequently if you have any of the risk factors listed below. Extend your legs straight out in front of you and flex your ankles, pulling up and spreading your toes, then pushing down and curling the toes. If your shoes limit toe movement, just make the effort and don't worry, or remove the shoes. If there isn't room to extend your legs, start with your feet flat on the floor and push down and curl your toes while lifting your heels from the floor. Then, with your heels back on the floor, lift and spread your toes. Repeat this heel - toe cycle ten times. Exercise your thigh muscles by sitting with your feet flat on the floor and slide your feet forward a few inches, then slide them back and repeat. Avoid sleeping. A thirty minute nap would probably be OK, perhaps using an alarm watch to waken . You could sleep longer if there is enough room for you to lie with your legs up on the same level as your upper body. Flex thoroughly when you wake. Massaging the leg muscles (as some experts recommend) could be dangerous if a clot has formed, and a clot may have formed without your knowing about it. Crossing legs for more than a few minutes at a time is dangerous. Some experts recommend avoiding caffeine and alcohol. Others say this makes no difference. Drinking extra non-caffeine and non-alcoholic fluids is recommended. Risk Factors Statistics are showing that being young and athletic is the biggest risk factor for flight-induced DVT. The risk is compounded if you have one or more of the following: Personal or family history of DVT. Cancer, heart disease, diabetes, obesity. Recent injury or surgery, especially to the legs or lower torso. 'Recent' means about six weeks, but if you still have any soreness, bruising, or other after-effects, you are still in danger. Women who are pregnant or taking extrogen as birth control or hormone replacement. Age past 60. (But remember, being young and fit is the biggest risk factor.) Precautions The more risk factors you have, the more frequently you need to flex. Compression stockings have proven very effective in several studies. A pre-flight self-administered shot of heparin is recommended if you can't stay awake to flex. Studies show that aspirin, often recommended, is not effective as an anti-DVT treatment. If you feel the symptoms listed below, see a doctor. A few days after reading this you will probably forget exactly what symptoms to watch for, so note them down. After 30 days you are probably safe, but you must still avoid surgery for three months. If surgery is unavoidable, seek advice from your doctor. Leg symptoms (Deep Vein Thrombosis, DVT) may appear during flight or in the next few days. Sudden swelling in one lower leg. (A little swelling in both legs is normal in flight.) Cramp or tenderness in one lower leg. Bruise or swelling behind knee. Chest symptoms (Pulmonary Embolism, PE) usually appear 2-4 days or more after the initial blood clot (which you may not have noticed). shortness of breath rapid breathing, panting cramp in your side, painful breathing chest pain accompanied by shoulder pain fever coughing up blood fainting (often the first sign, especially in older people) Tell the doctor that you have flown recently and that you suspect a blood clot. Misdiagnosis Most victims are stricken a few days after the flight. They have no idea what is wrong. Those who seek treatment are usually misdiagnosed at first, aggravating the injury and increasing the risk of death. This is a double tragedy. First, passengers could easily avoid this if they knew the simple exercises that prevent it. Second, victims could easily avoid misdiagnosis if they knew how. Arterial clots are less easily avoided, but a little information can be lifesaving. More often than not, flight-induced DVT is initially undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, aggravating the injury and increasing the risk of death. Here are two simple ways to avoid misdiagnosis. If you have leg symptoms and the doctor says you have only a muscle sprain (or anything else other than DVT), insist on an ultrasound scan of the leg. Without it, your chances of a correct diagnosis are only 50/50. If you have chest symptoms and you are being told you have a chest infection, anxiety attack, cold, or anything else other than PE, ask for a blood oxygen measurement. A small device (no needle) placed on your fingertip measures blood oxygen. If the reading is below 80, you need a lung scan to check for PE (unless there is some other reason for low blood oxygen, such as emphysema.) Turbulence? The usual advice is 'Sit tight, enjoy the flight, and keep the seatbelt fastened to avoid turbulence injury'. But serious turbulence injuries average only five per year, according to the records. There are thousands of times more thrombosis victims each year than all the turbulence and crash victims in all of aviation history. Half of the people hospitalized with DVT each year are caused by air travel. PE victims often die, and victims of stroke and heart failure add to the toll, which probably exceeds cancer deaths. For people in their 20's and 30's this is one of the leading causes of death. Never in history could so many injuries and deaths be avoided so easily. Security? Should this take a back seat to security? More lives are ruined or ended every single day by ECS than the number of people on board all four of the hijacked airliners. If air travel thrombosis were caused by terrorists putting something in the food, no expense would be spared to stop them. But since this is simply caused by airline industry indifference to human life, the injuries and deaths continue. Common misconceptions: If I am in good shape, it won't happen to me. Athletic people are at much greater risk than other passengers. No one is safe from this. More than half the victims have no risk factor other than air travel. On the airhealth.org site you will see remarks from victims who were young, fit, and active: avid bicyclists, runners, a scuba diver. I'll just upgrade and avoid the cramped seats. At cabin altitude, blood coagulability rises steadily and the altitude is the same in the front of the plane as in the rear. The ratio of victims is the same in all sections of the aircraft, including the flight deck. The term economy class syndrome (ECS) is a misnomer. A more accurate term is air travel thrombosis. You just need to stretch if you feel a cramp. You probably won't feel a cramp, and if you do, it's too late. Researchers find that 94% of blood clots are silent, symptomless. Symptomless blood clots were found in 10% of air travelers and are not harmless. They can progress to fatal pulmonary embolism without warning. If I get a clot, drugs will dissolve it. The usual heparin/warfarin treatment doesn't dissolve the clot. It just reduces the risk of more clots. The original clot has to be broken down in a natural process called lysing, which can take months. Warfarin is a blood thinning drug and rat poison. If you are a person who tries to avoid toxic substances, you will not enjoy being forced to take rat poison. The treatment usually continues for three to six months; some have to take it for life. Pilots acclimate. They don't need to worry. Pilots are at risk, too, and the first sign often is fainting. The most common causes of sudden pilot incapacitation are cardiac arrest, arrhythmia, and fainting. (All of which are often caused by a blood clot in the lung). With DVT, pilots, like other victims, often struggle with symptoms for days or weeks, not knowing what is wrong. During that time they are at risk of sudden collapse, a danger to themselves and their passengers. Pilots are also at risk of sudden collapse due to arterial clots causing heart failure or stroke. Stroke, PTSD, Pulmonary Hypertension More reasons to take this seriously: About 35% of adults have a 'right/left shunt,' a small hole in the heart allowing venous blood to pass into arterial circulation without passing through the lungs and allowing clots to travel to the brain, causing stroke. About 10% of the victims contacting us are stroke victims. A common after-effect of ECS is post-traumatic stress disorder, PTSD, with symptoms such as depression and anxiety. Victims find their lives ruined, unable to enjoy the things that previously gave meaning to their lives. PE can lead to pulmonary hypertension, a serious lung condition which is often fatal. Airhealth.org. Much information on ECS can be found on the website Airhealth.org, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending the suffering and deaths caused by flight-induced blood clots. They also have a leaflet that you can download and print."]
page[57]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0702.htm","Changes in air pressure","Flying generally raises no health considerations for the millions of routine travelers.","Flying generally raises no health considerations for the millions of routine travelers, however, there are many things you can do to ensure that your flight is as comfortable as possible. Changes in pressure can temporarily block the Eustachian tube, causing your ears to 'pop' or to experience a sensation of fullness. To equalize the pressure, swallow frequently; chewing gum sometimes helps. Yawning is also effective. Avoid sleeping during descent; you may not swallow often enough to keep ahead of the pressure change. If yawning or swallowing doesn't help, use the 'valsalva maneuver', namely: Pinch your nostrils shut, then breathe in a mouthful of air. Using only your cheek and throat muscles, force air into the back of your nose as if you were trying to blow your thumb and finger off your nostrils. Be very gentle and blow in short successive attempts. When you hear or feel a pop in your ears, you have succeeded. Never force air from your lungs or abdomen (diaphragm); this can create pressures that are too intense. Babies are especially troubled by these pressure changes during descent. Having them feed from a bottle or suck on a pacifier will often provide relief. Avoid flying if you have recently had abdominal, eye or oral surgery, including a root canal. The pressure changes that occur during climb and descent can result in discomfort. If you have an upper respiratory or sinus infection, you may also experience discomfort resulting from pressure changes. Postpone your trip if possible. (Check to see if your fare has cancellation or change penalties.) Pressure changes cause your feet to swell. Try not to wear new or tight shoes while flying. Alcohol and coffee both have a drying effect on the body. Airliner cabin air is relatively dry to begin with, and the combination can increase your chances of contracting a respiratory infection. If you wear contact lenses, the low cabin humidity and/or consumption of alcohol or coffee can reduce your tear volume, leading to discomfort if you don't blink often enough. Lens wearers should clean their lenses thoroughly before the flight, use lubricating eye drops during the flight, read in intervals, and take the lenses out if they nap. (This may not apply to extended wear lenses; consult your practitioner.) If you take prescription medications, bring enough to last through your trip. Take along a copy of the prescription, or your doctor's name and telephone number, in case the medication is lost or stolen. The medicine should be in the original prescription bottle in order to avoid questions at security or Customs inspections. Carry it in a pocket or a carry-on bag; don't pack it in a checked bag, in case the bag is lost."]
page[58]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0703.htm","Turbulence","Turbulence is air movement that normally cannot be seen and often occurs unexpectedly.","Turbulence is air movement that normally cannot be seen and often occurs unexpectedly. It can be created by a number of different conditions, including atmospheric pressures, jet streams, mountain waves, cold or warm fronts, or thunderstorms. Turbulence can occur when the sky appears to be clear. Current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require passengers to be seated with their seat belts properly fastened: when the aircraft leaves the gate and until it climbs after takeoff; during landing until the aircraft reaches the gate and comes to a complete stop; and whenever the seat belt sign is illuminated during flight. In the aftermath of some serious turbulence events, the FAA issued a public advisory to airlines urging the use of seat belts at all times when passengers are seated. The FAA concluded that the rules concerning seat belts did not require strengthening but that a public education initiative was necessary to encourage the use of seat belts. Some statistics: In non-fatal accidents, in-flight turbulence is the leading cause of injuries to airline passengers and flight attendants. Each year, approximately 58 airline passengers in the United States are injured by turbulence while not wearing their seat belts. From 1981 through 1997, there were 342 reports of turbulence affecting major air carriers. As a result, three passengers died, 80 suffered serious injuries and 769 received minor injuries. At least two of the three fatalities involved passengers who were not wearing their seat belts while the seat belt sign was illuminated. Of the 80 passengers who were seriously injured, approximately 73 were not wearing their seat belts while the seat belt sign was illuminated. Generally, two-thirds of turbulence-related accidents* occur at or above 30,000 feet. The National Transportation Safety Board defines an accident as an occurrence associated with the operation of an aircraft in which any person suffers death or serious injury or in which the aircraft receives substantial damage."]
page[59]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0704.htm","Avoiding jetlag","Most people who travel long distances complain of jetlag - the fatigue, indigestion, sleeping problems and general malaise that disrupt the first few days in a new time zone.","Most people who travel long distances complain of jetlag - the fatigue, indigestion, sleeping problems and general malaise that disrupt the first few days in a new time zone. Jetlag makes business travelers less productive and more prone to making mistakes, and keeps holidaymakers from enjoying their time off. Jetlag is actually caused by disruption of your 'body clock' - a small cluster of brain cells that controls the timing of biological functions (circadian rhythms), including when you eat and sleep. The body clock is designed for a regular rhythm of daylight and darkness, so that it is thrown out of 'sync' when it experiences daylight and darkness at the 'wrong' times in a new time zone. The symptoms of Jetlag often persist for days, if not weeks, while the internal body clock slowly adjusts to the new time zone. Always take jetlag into account on any change of more than 3 or more time zones. How to avoid; Establish a 'going to sleep routine' that can travel with you easily, such as listening to audio tapes, reading a book, etc. Get several good nights' sleep before your trip. Try to take a flight that arrives at night, so you can go straight to bed. If you need to be at your absolute best upon arrival at your destination, insure this by including another day, leaving prior to your original date of arrival. To reset your biological clock for a wide time change, stay up 24+ hours and go to sleep at the normal time destination. Sleep on the plane (although not during descent). Try to use a rest room in the airport terminal before departure. On some flights the cabin crew begins beverage service shortly after the 'Fasten Seat Belts' sign is turned off, and the serving cart may block access to the lavatories. Once arriving at your destination, do not take a nap until it is the normal time to go to sleep. The next morning at your destination, go for a half hour walk in the bright morning sunlight. Do not eat right before you go to sleep, and when you do, eat a light dinner. Avoid alcohol and caffeine-based beverages; substitute drinking a lot of water. Change your sleep-wake cycle by turning off the lights in your bedroom at bedtime in your destination time zone, and leave the window shades down in the morning. Carbohydrates make you sleepy and protein will keep you awake. Eat heavy carbohydrate meals for 2 days prior to the trip and a heavy protein meal on the day of departure. Most flights are run according to the time of departure point, not the destination. If you need to sleep according to the light/dark cycle of your destination, remember to bring along dark eye shades and ear plugs. Many people recommend taking melatonin at dusk or bedtime for your destination time, a day or two before departure, as well as continuing for a day or two upon your arrival. Melatonin is produced by the pineal gland at the base of the brain during the night and can be used to shift the circadian rhythm - otherwise known as 'your biological clock'. Melatonin production is highest in the dark and is suppressed by exposure to sunlight. Melatonin is available from most health stores. Note: Never take any medicines without consulting your physician! Once conditioned, your body will respond much easier to these stimuli and established routines. Jetlag Clock; The Jetlag Calculator suggests following a carefully timed program of light and dark around the time your body clock is most responsive to these signals to quickly reset your body clock to the new time zone with the help of a new anti-jetlag system (check their site for details). Instead of taking a week or more to adjust to an intercontinental journey the traveler can become fully adapted to the new time zone in just one or two days, through controlled exposure to bright light. Step 1: How many time zones are you traveling across? A successful time zone shift depends on knowing the exact times to seek and avoid bright light. Exposure to light at the wrong time can actually make Jetlag worse. The proper schedule for light exposure depends a great deal on specific travel plans. Taking a night flight to Tokyo for instance creates very different demands than a day flight to Los Angeles. Personal variables are important too; a 'night owl' person typically needs a different schedule to a 'lark.' The calculator needs 2 pieces of information to determine the best schedule for your trip. Firstly it needs an indication on how many time zones your trip will cover, varying from 3., 4., …up to 12 hours. Please note that if your journey covers 2 or fewer time zones then lights are not necessary. Sometimes even quite long journeys will not cover many time zones for instance South America to/from USA, Southern Africa to/from Europe. If you are traveling over 12 time zones (in other words you are going the long way round), then subtract the number from 24 (e.g. 14 time zones is equivalent to 10). Step 2: What time do you normally wake up? Personal variables are important; a 'night owl' person typically needs a different schedule to a 'lark.' The calculator needs 1 more piece of information to determine the best schedule for your trip. You have already indicated the number of time zones your journey covers. Step 3: Here is your personal Jetlag Trip Guide. The jetlag guide is provided to help you combat jetlag by quickly resetting your body clock to that of the time zone you are traveling to. The schedule incorporates the latest scientific advances in circadian sleep-wake physiology and photobiology into the recommendations for your trip. To adjust your body clock you need to control your light environment; the timing of this is very important. Depending on your journey you may need to start after you have arrived say in your hotel room, or occasionally while you are traveling. If you forget to start at a specified time, then start as soon as you remember and be especially careful to remember the time when you switch from seeking bright light to avoiding light and vice versa. Jetlag can be made worse if the timings are not followed carefully. Seeking bright light - When the Trip Guide calls for bright light (frequently this turns out to be after you have arrived) you should spend time outdoors if possible as normal indoor lighting or the light coming through a window is not bright enough to reset the biological clock. (The amount of light you need is about enough to take a photo with a low cost camera without using flash). If it is dark or overcast out, or the weather is bad, or you are on an airplane you can use the Jetlag Light Visor™ to provide the necessary light stimulus. The patented Visor is a comfortable, lightweight head piece that looks like a tennis visor. Avoiding light - The Trip Guide indicates specific times when exposure to light would be counter productive. Stay indoors and away from windows if possible during these times. If you need to go outside at a time the Guide tells you to avoid light, wear appropriate light blocking glasses that are designed to reduce light to appropriate levels (normal sunglasses typically are not dark enough). Take care not to wear them in a situation where the light level is too low for them to be worn safely. Specially coated Light Control Glasses™ come with the Jetlag Combat Kit™. Using the Jetlag Combat Kit™ and the Trip Guide the traveler can adapt in 1 or 2 days instead of the usual week or more. For more details on the various products, visit the bodyclock.com web site."]
page[60]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0705.htm","How to 'survive' long-haul flights","Do you feel well and look good during a long night flight?","Do you feel well and look good during a long night flight? Does your skin feel dry on a plane? Are you having the 'right' beverage? Here you will find many tips that make flying just that little bit -or a lot - more comfortable and relaxing. In-flight Health Issues; The environment in the air is much different than on the ground. Do not fly soon after surgery. The change in atmospheric pressure may impede the healing process. When traveling with a broken arm, or toe, etc., make sure that your doctor has provided you with adequate pain medication. The compression in flight can make a broken bone feel excruciatingly painful. Try not to travel if you have a head cold, or sinus infection. The cabin pressure will make the symptoms worse. If you must travel, bring decongestants and coat the nasal area with petroleum jelly to avoid extra tenderness. Purchase travel insurance before you fly. The insurance offered at the airports is usually much more expensive. Keep all medications with you on board. Ask for your doctor to issue extra prescriptions if the medications are essential to your health. More than once, passengers have left their heart medications behind. Because the air is so dry when you fly, alcohol can be much more potent. Either compensate with more water, or reduce alcoholic intake. Try and drink as many non-alcoholic beverages as possible. Perhaps bring an extra bottle of water with you. Otherwise, headaches and bloating will arrive soon. Contact lens wearers should opt for glasses during the flight to avoid 'red rabbit eyes'. 'Liquid tears' eye drops relieve dryness. When the seatbelt light is off, stretch your legs by walking down the aisle of the aircraft with a bit more bend in your knees. Not only will it help to keep the blood flowing, but it will alleviate the cramping and pains that come from sitting for an extended period of time. Just wait until the flight-attendants have finished the meal-service. It's impossible to jump over those carts. Limber up swollen feet by slowly turning your feet at the ankle in circular patterns. Should help maintain good blood flow. A number of foods served in flight are laden with sugar, or have a “heavy” feeling to them. Because such foods can cause fluctuations in blood sugar and leave you feeling bloated and achy, be wary of them. Bring lots of chewing gum for changes in air pressure. Ears don't always pop just during take-off and landing times, but during the flight as well. Helps with the nerves as well! Always bring a summary of your medical history with you. If something should happen in flight, having a list of allergies, medications, contact lens prescriptions, etc., could prove to be invaluable. Wear loose fitting, slip on shoes. Feet swell, and if you take shoes off at any point in a flight, a shoe that just fits can be painful to put back on. You might want to take an extra pair of socks if you want to take your shoes off! Wear loose fitting clothes. In flight dining and drinking may leave you feeling bloated. If you are wearing pantyhose or tights make sure that you moisturize your legs well. The dryness in flight can make legs feel very itchy in tights or pantyhose if you don't. Try not to keep your hair in a ponytail, or use hair clips in the back of your head. These will dig into your head after a few hours of the rigid seat backs. Load up on the vitamins before you board. Fresh air is a foreign concept on long flights, and you may be susceptible to air-borne infections or diseases. Take some toiletries such as toothbrush, toothpaste etc. to freshen up before landing. Sugarless gum will do too, in case the toothbrush gets lost. Comfortably in an Economy Class Seat A long flight in an economy seat is one of the prospects that air travelers tend to dread. Place one of the provided pillows between your lower back and the seat. Helps ease back soreness. Pack your own neck pillow, or scrunch one provided by the airline to support your neck. Do periodic stretches. Place your hands on the armrests and slowly twist your torso to loosen your upper body. Moisturize hands and face with heavy/lasting creams or petroleum jelly. The air is very dry in flight and thin moisturizers wear or rub off. Keep the air vent above you open. Dampen a facecloth, place it over your face, and aim the air vent at the cloth. Helps with dryness. Beverages; Each day, a person loses around 2.5 liters (around 10 glasses) of water through our breath, sweat and evaporation. The World Health Organization recommends we drink at least 2 liters of water a day, depending on our size and activity. If you are flying, you need more! Don't rely on your thirst to tell you when you need water. By the time you're thirsty, you're already dehydrated. You may recognize the symptoms: lack of energy; constipation; poor skin; headaches; On long-haul flights, passengers are advised to drink two or three times their normal intake, preferably water or soft drinks. Drink as much plain mineral water as possible. Take your own bottle for easy access or even take two! To minimize bloating don't drink carbonated beverages avoid caffeine, it's dehydrating avoid alcohol, it's dehydrating, too acidic fruit juices will contribute to discomfort. Food; Less is more if you don't want to feel bloated by the end of your flight. Eat light. Most airlines offer a variety of light meals; you can even order special meals if you are a vegetarian. Avoid salty snacks, they'll make you thirsty! Specially for the traveling women; Taking good care of ones skin and looks during a long haul flight will make you feel and look good at arrival. Skin Care; The dry air in the cabin (which has a moisture content of only six to fifteen percent) sharply accelerates the loss of body fluid. So moisturize! Take moisturizer with you in your carry-on bag and apply frequently. Either take your make up off before moisturizing or do it like many flight-attendants (who have to keep their make up on) and apply moisturizer over make up! Just pat a little on dry patches, the skin will soak the cream up so fast that you won't look greasy long. Facial Sprays; Do not use mineral water sprays, since water dries the skin. We recommend facial sprays with essential oils. They are a refreshing pick-me-up on those red-eye flights. Always use a moisturizer after washing or spraying your face with water to seal in moisture. Face packs; Take some time for a face-pack after a flight to boost your skin's moisture content. Hands; Take a good hand-cream and apply frequently. Many flight-attendants use Vaseline, as doctors refer to it as “the best moisturizer available that the cosmetic companies don't want you to know about!” Make up; The artificial light in the cabin is not very flattering; it makes any complexion look yellowish and washed out. A good trick to counteract this effect is to use a lilac under make up base. Use cool make up colors and stay away from warm tones containing yellow and red. Use a good moisturizer as a base for your make up, as the low humidity on the plane will take lots of moisture from your skin. Use a light, liquid foundation. Powder; Loose, translucent powder is best to avoid the shiny look, as cabin air makes your face shiny in double time. Put powder and basic make up in your carry-on bag for touch ups. Lipstick; Use moisturizing lipstick. The more staying power a lipstick has, the less it moisturizes. Don’t forget the lip balm! Alternate the use of lipstick with lip balm to keep lips from cracking. Hair; Many women get 'static hair' as soon as they board an airplane. To combat static hair, use a leave-in conditioner, styling aids, or use hair spray (It's the most drying option for your hair, so only use in severe cases!). To combat dryness, gather long hair at the nape of the neck, tie in a ponytail, massage conditioner in the length of hair, twist up in a bun and secure it."]
page[61]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0706.htm","Your safe trip","You need to be aware of what you can do to insure a safe journey.","You need to be aware of what you can do to insure a safe journey, taking into account that anything can happen before, during and after the flight. In this section we made an attempt to provide you guidelines with a focus on safety. What to wear Wear sensible clothing to reduce your chances of serious injury in the unlikely event of an emergency. Wear clothes made of natural fabrics such as cotton, wool, denim or leather. Synthetics may melt when heated. Dress to cover as much skin as possible. Wear clothing that is roomy, avoiding restrictive clothing. Wear low-heeled, leather or canvas shoes. Carry-on baggage Think small, smart and safe. Check with airline on size and number of carry-on bags allowed. Keep essentials such as prescriptions, personal hygiene items, passports, important documents and valuables (jewelry or cameras) in your carry-on bag. Plan to check in more of your baggage and carry on less. Be safety conscious when stowing baggage. Stow heavy items under the seat in front of you, not overhead. Don’t stack items in the overhead bin. Don’t be a bin hog. Don’t overstuff the overhead bin. In case of an emergency evacuation leave your belongings behind. Passenger safety information Review the passenger safety card before takeoff and landing. Listen carefully to the safety briefing. Be able to locate emergency exits both in front and behind you. Count the rows between you and the nearest front and rear exits. Locate the flotation device. Make a mental plan of action in case of emergency. Exit row seating You must be physically capable and willing to perform emergency actions when seated in emergency or exit rows. If you are not, ask for another seat. Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the emergency evacuation techniques outlined on the written safety instructions. Ask questions if instructions are unclear. Cellular phones, computer games, scanners and laptops The Federal and National Aviation Associations ban cellular phones for airborne use because its signals could interfere with critical aircraft instruments. Radios, scanners and televisions are also prohibited. Laptops and other personal electronic devices, such as hand-held computer games and CD players, are also restricted to use above 10,000 feet owing to concerns they could interfere with aircraft instrumentation. In any case, all cellular phones, laptops and other electronic devices must be switched off during takeoff and landing, including the standby mode of these devices. Unruly passengers Interference with the duties of any crewmember is a violation of federal law. Any unruly passenger risks a fine that could range up to $25,000 per violation in addition to criminal penalties. The FBI, federal enforcement agencies, airlines, crewmembers and aviation associations have combined to vigorously pursue prosecution, which has resulted in imprisonment already. Fire or Smoke Use wet napkin or handkerchief over nose and mouth Move away from fire and smoke. Stay low. Evacuation Leave your possessions behind Stay low. Proceed to the nearest front or rear exit – count the rows between your seat and the exits. Follow floor lighting to exit. Jump feet first onto evacuation slide. Don’t sit down to slide. Place arms across your chest, elbows in, and legs and feet together. Remove high-heeled shoes. Exit the aircraft and clear the area. Remain alert for emergency vehicles. Never return to a burning aircraft."]

page[62]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo08.htm","At Arrival","You just arrived at your destination after a smooth, quite and enjoyable flight.","You just arrived at your destination after a smooth, quite and enjoyable flight. And, if it was one of those long haul international or intercontinental flights, I wouldn’t be surprised that you are glad to stretch your legs and are looking forward to meet your friends or relatives. The only thing left to do, is to collect your luggage. Claiming your bags There you are at the carousel, waiting for your luggage to pass by. You recognize what you believe is yours, but is it? To your surprise, one of the suitcases is unlocked, while you are certain you locked your baggage prior to check-in. Is everything still there? And, what if your luggage is damaged, or did not arrive at all? Delayed bags Luggage is passing by on the carousel, but yours are not among them. All other passengers picked up their bags and left, while you are still standing there. Well, don’t panic, your luggage may not have been on the same flight as yourself and will arrive on the next flight. However, make sure you take all necessary steps and report it to the airline. Damage Your luggage is passing by on the carousel and, while you take your belongings of the belt, you notice that your luggage is damaged, or that the cases are unlocked. If the latter is the case, immediately check the contents. Make sure to take the necessary steps and report it to the airline. Lost luggage All baggage passed by on the carousel, but yours are definitely not among them. You took all necessary steps and reported it to the airline, who suggested that your luggage may not have been on the same flight as yourself and will arrive on a next flight. But it doesn’t and has to be officially declared to be lost. How to protect your baggage Million of bags cruise through airport carousels each day, with only a small percentage of those being 'mishandled' or routed to the wrong airport. Theft is more rampant than the traveler would like to believe, particularly on longer flights. So, how to protect your baggage from getting lost? Claims No claim for loss, damage, or delay in delivery of baggage, or for personal injury or death passenger will be entertained by Carrier unless written notice of the claim is presented to an office of Carrier. Limits on liability The airline will probably invoke a ceiling per passenger on the amount of money they'll pay you. When your luggage and its contents are worth more than that, you should have considered purchasing 'excess valuation', or even a travel insurance. Ground transportation You have arrived at your destination and collected your luggage. You are now ready to either travel back home, travel to your (business) appointment, or to a temporary place to stay, such as a hotel. Will you use public transportation, a taxi, your own car, or will you ask a friend or relative to meet you at the airport?"]
page[63]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0801.htm","Claiming your bags","Many bags look alike.","Many bags look alike. After you pull what you think is your bag off the carousel, check the name tag or the bag tag number. If your bag arrives open, unlocked or visibly damaged, check right away to see if any of the contents are missing or damaged. Report any problems to the airline before leaving the airport. Insist on filling out a form. Open your suitcase immediately when you get to where you are staying. Any damage to the contents or any pilferage should be immediately reported to the airline by telephone. Make a note of the date and time of the call, and the name and telephone number of the person you spoke with. Follow up immediately with a certified letter to the airline."]
page[64]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0802.htm","Delayed bags","If you and your suitcase don't connect at your destination, don't panic.","If you and your suitcase don't connect at your destination, don't panic. The airlines have very sophisticated systems that track down about 98% of the bags they misplace and return them to their owners within hours. In many cases they will absorb reasonable expenses you incur while they look for your missing belongings. You and the airline may have different ideas of what's reasonable, however, and the amount they will pay is subject to negotiation. If your bags don't come off the conveyor belt, report this to the airline before you leave the airport. Insist that they fill out a form and give you a copy, even if they say the bag will be in on the next flight. If the form doesn't contain the name of the person who filled it out, ask for it. Get an appropriate phone number for following up (not the Reservations number). Don't assume that the airline will deliver the bag without charge when it is found. Ask them about this. Most carriers set guidelines for their airport employees that allow them to disburse some money at the airport for emergency purchases. The amount depends on whether or not you're away from home and how long it takes to track down your bags and return them to you. If the airline does not provide you a cash advance, it may still reimburse you later for the purchase of necessities. Discuss with the carrier the types of articles that would be reimbursable, and keep all receipts. If the airline misplaces sporting equipment, it will sometimes pay for the rental of replacements. For replacement clothing or other articles, the carrier might offer to absorb only a portion of the purchase cost, on the basis that you will be able to use the new items in the future. (The airline may agree to a higher reimbursement if you turn the articles over to them.) When you've checked in fresh foods or any other perishable goods and they are ruined because their delivery is delayed, the airline won't reimburse you. Carriers may be liable if they lose or damage perishable items, but they won't accept responsibility for spoilage caused by a delay in delivery. Airlines are liable for provable consequential damages up to the amount of their liability limit in connection with the delay. If you can't resolve the claim with the airline's airport staff, keep a record of the names of the employees with whom you dealt, and hold on to all travel documents and receipts for any money you spent in connection with the mishandling. (It's okay to surrender your baggage claim tags to the airline when you fill out a form at the airport, as long as you get a copy of the form and it notes that you gave up the tags.) Call or write the airline's consumer office when you get home."]
page[65]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0803.htm","Damage","If your suitcase arrives smashed or torn, the airline will usually pay for repairs.","If your suitcase arrives smashed or torn, the airline will usually pay for repairs. If it can't be fixed, they will negotiate a settlement to pay you its depreciated value. The same holds true for belongings packed inside. Airlines may decline to pay for damage caused by the fragile nature of the broken item or inadequate packing, rather than the airline's rough handling. Carriers may also refuse to give you money for your damaged items inside the bag when there's no evidence of external damage to the suitcase. But airlines generally don't disclaim liability for fragile merchandise packed in its original factory sealed carton, a cardboard mailing tube, or other container designed for shipping and packed with protective padding material. When you checked in, airline personnel should have let you know if they think your suitcase or package may not survive the trip intact. Before accepting a questionable item, they should have asked you to sign a statement in which you agree to check it at your own risk. But even if you do sign this form, the airline might be liable for damage if it is caused by its own negligence shown by external injury to the suitcase or package."]
page[66]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0804.htm","Lost luggage","Once your bag is declared officially lost, you will have to submit a claim.","Once your bag is declared officially lost, you will have to submit a claim. This usually means you have to fill out a second, more detailed form. Check on this, as failure to complete the second form when required could delay your claim. Missing the deadline for filing it could invalidate your claim altogether. The airline will usually refer your claim form to a central office, and the negotiations between you and the airline will begin. If your flight was a connection involving two carriers, the final carrier is normally the one responsible for processing your claim even if it appears that the first airline lost the bag. Airlines don't automatically pay the full amount of every claim they receive. First, they will use the information on your form to estimate the value of your lost belongings. Like insurance companies, airlines consider the depreciated value of your possessions, not their original price or the replacement costs. If you're tempted to exaggerate your claim, don't. Airlines may completely deny claims they feel are inflated or fraudulent. They often ask for sales receipts and other documentation to back up claims, especially if a large amount of money is involved. If you don't keep extensive records, you can expect to dicker with the airline over the value of your goods. Generally, it takes an airline anywhere from six weeks to three months to pay you for your lost luggage. When they tender a settlement, they may offer you the option of free tickets on future flights in a higher amount than the cash payment. Ask about all restrictions on these tickets, such as 'blackout' periods and how far before departure you are permitted to make a reservation."]
page[67]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0805.htm","Ground Transportation","How to get to and from the airport.","It is difficult to give you advice on how to get home or to your final destination, as there are many aspects to take into consideration, such as the distance between your home and the airport, the traffic, the length of your journey, the reason for travel, etc. You are the only one that, using common sense, has to consider the possibilities and risks, and take the appropriate decision. However, take into account that, after a long haul flight, you will be tired, may be even warn out, and that you would be better of not driving yourself. Instead of driving yourself, take public transportation, a cab, shuttle service, or have a friend pick you up. If you must drive and you need to rent a car, you will find various car rental companies at the airport. When renting a car, use a credit card to place a deposit or to pay, as most credit card providers include coverage on liability and even damage. Make a reservation for a rental car prior to your departure, as rental companies may have ran out of cars due to e.g. the holiday seasons or conferences in the neighborhood. Note that airlines do not assume any responsibility for the transportation of any passenger or his or her baggage between any airport used by the carrier and any city or other place in any area served through such airport. Ground transportation is at passenger's expense."]

page[68]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo09.htm","What about Safety","Air travel is still the safest way to travel.","Air travel is so safe you'll probably never have to use any of the advice we're about to give you. But you need to be aware of what you can do to insure a safe journey, taking into account that anything can happen before, during and after the flight. And it all starts with airport screening procedures, which have intensified since 9-11-2001. The information we provide in this section could save your life. Airline safety; Airline passengers usually take safety for granted when they board an airplane. They tune out the crew's pre-flight announcements or reach for a magazine instead of the cards that show how to open the emergency exit and what to do if the oxygen mask drops down. Because of this, people are needlessly hurt or killed in accidents they could have survived. Your safe trip; You need to be aware of what you can do to insure a safe journey, taking into account that anything can happen before, during and after the flight. In this section we made an attempt to provide you guidelines with a focus on safety. An approved child restraint system; Proper use of an approved child restraint system (CRS) on an aircraft enhances child safety in the event of turbulence or an accident. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) strongly recommends that all children who fly, regardless of their age, use the appropriate restraint based on their size and weight. Prepare for airport security screening; Passengers and their baggage are subject to inspection with an electronic detector with or without the passenger’s consent or knowledge. And, since 9-11-2001, airport screening procedures have intensified. Answers to questions concerning people who are or may appear to be of Arab, Middle Eastern or South Asian descent and/or Muslim or Sikh Since the tragic events of 9-11-2001, Federal Aviation Administrations have issued directives to strengthen security measures at airline checkpoints, passenger screening locations, and boarding gates. The Department of Transportation works to strengthen transportation security, but is also continuing its efforts to ensure that those new security requirements preserve and respect the civil rights of individuals and protect them from unlawful discrimination."]
page[69]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0901.htm","Airline Safety","Air travel is still the safest way to travel.","Air travel is so safe you'll probably never have to use any of the advice we're about to give you. But if you ever do need it, this information could save your life. Airline passengers usually take safety for granted when they board an airplane. They tune out the crew's pre-flight announcements or reach for a magazine instead of the cards that show how to open the emergency exit and what to do if the oxygen mask drops down. Because of this, people are needlessly hurt or killed in accidents they could have survived. Every time you board a plane, here are some things you should do: Be reasonable about the amount of carry-on luggage that you bring. FAA rules require airlines to limit the amount of carry-on baggage, and if you try to carry too much with you, the crew may insist that you check in some items. (There is no universal limit; it depends on the aircraft type and the passenger load.) A bag that is not properly stowed could turn into an unguided missile in an accident or block the aisles during an evacuation. Be careful about what you put into the storage bins over your seat. Their doors may pop open during an accident or even a hard landing, spilling their contents. Also, passengers in aisle seats have been injured by heavy items falling out of these compartments when people are stowing or retrieving belongings at the beginning or end of a flight. Please be considerate of others and put hard, heavy items under the seat in front of you; save the overhead bins for coats, hats, and small, soft bags. As soon as you sit down, fasten and unfasten your seat belt a couple of times. Watch how it works. There are several kinds of belts, and in an emergency you don't want to waste time fumbling with the buckle. Before take-off, there will be a briefing about safety procedures, pointing out emergency exits and explaining seat belts, life vests and oxygen masks. Listen carefully and if there's anything you don't understand ask the flight attendants for help. The plastic card in the seat pocket in front of you will review some of the safety information announced by the flight attendant. Read it. It also tells you about emergency exits and how to find and use emergency equipment such as oxygen masks. As you're reading the card look for your closest emergency exit, and count the number of rows between yourself and this exit. Remember, the closest exit may be behind you. Have a second escape route planned in case the nearest exit is blocked. This is important because people sometimes head for the door they used to board the plane, usually in the front of the first class cabin. This wastes time and blocks the aisles. Oxygen masks aren't the same on all planes. Sometimes they drop down in front of you. On some aircraft, however, you'll have to pull them out of a compartment in front of your seat. In either case, you must tug the plastic tube slightly to get the oxygen flowing. If you don't understand the instructions about how the mask works, ask a flight attendant to explain it to you. When the plane is safely in the air and has reached its cruising level, the pilot usually turns off the 'fasten seat belt' sign. He or she usually suggests that passengers keep their belts buckled anyway during the flight in case the plane hits rough air. Just as seat belts should always be worn in cars, they should always be fastened in airplanes. If you are ever in an air accident, you should remember these things: Stay calm. Listen to the crew members and do what they say. The cabin crew's most important job is to help you leave safely. Before you try to open any emergency exit yourself, look outside the window. If you see a fire outside the door, don't open it or the flames may spread into the cabin. Try to use your alternate escape route. Remember, smoke rises. So try to stay down if there's smoke in the cabin. Follow the track of emergency lights embedded in the floor; they lead to an exit. If you have a cloth, put it over your nose and mouth. After an air accident, National Transportation Safety Board always talks to survivors to try to learn why they were able to make it through safely. They've discovered that, as a rule, it does help to be prepared. Avoiding serious injury or surviving an air accident isn't just a matter of luck; it's also a matter of being informed and thinking ahead. Are you one of those people who jumps up as soon as the plane lands, gathers up coat, suitcase and briefcase, and gets ready to sprint while the plane is still moving? If so, resist the urge. Planes sometimes make sudden stops when they are taxiing to the airport gate, and passengers have been injured when they were thrown onto a seat back or the edge of a door to an overhead bin. Stay in your seat with your belt buckled until the plane comes to a complete halt and the 'fasten seat belt' sign is turned off. Never smoke in airplane restrooms. Smoking was banned on most if not all flights. There is a penalty of up to $2,000 for disabling a lavatory smoke detector."]
page[70]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo0902.htm","Answers to questions concerning people who are or may appear to be of Arab, Middle Eastern or South Asian descent and/or Muslim or Sikh","Since the terrorist hijackings and tragic events of September 11, Federal Aviation Administrations (FAA’s) have issued directives to strengthen security measures at airline checkpoints, passenger screening locations, and boarding gates.","Since the terrorist hijackings and tragic events of September 11, Federal Aviation Administrations (FAA’s) have issued directives to strengthen security measures at airline checkpoints, passenger screening locations, and boarding gates. As the Department of Transportation (DOT) works to strengthen transportation security in the aftermath of the horrific attacks, DOT is also continuing its efforts to ensure that those new security requirements preserve and respect the civil rights of individuals and protect them from unlawful discrimination. The DOT is committed to ensuring that all persons are provided equal protection of the laws and that no person is subject to unlawful discrimination when traveling in the Nation. Various Federal statutes prohibit unlawful discrimination against air travelers because of their race, color, religion, ethnicity, or national origin. The terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, have raised concerns about intimidation, harassment and bias directed at individuals who are, or are perceived to be, of Arab, Middle Eastern, or South Asian descent and/or Muslim or Sikh. This page provides information on how the strengthened security requirements better secure our air transportation system and how they still fully comply with the civil rights laws by providing examples of the types of actions that airline or airport personnel may and may not take when checking in and screening passengers. The Examples of Types of Actions in the form of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) listed below are not all-inclusive and are simply meant to provide answers to frequently asked questions since September 11 concerning the air travel of people who are or may appear to be of Arab, Middle Eastern or South Asian descent and/or Muslim or Sikh. Examples of Events and Actions: It is important that all available facts and circumstances be taken into account in identifying persons or property that may be a safety or security risk. Although actions may, at times, offend the person involved, security personnel in certain circumstances may be justified in conducting additional questioning, inspections or searches for safety or security reasons as noted below. The security personnel should use the “but for” test to help determine the justification for their actions: “But for a person’s perceived race, ethnic heritage or religious orientation, would I have subjected this individual to additional safety or security scrutiny?” If the answer is “no” then the action is likely to be unjustified and violate civil rights laws. FAQ: What are my rights when I fly on a commercial airliner? Individuals who may appear to be of Arab, Middle Eastern or South Asian descent and/or Muslim or Sikh have the right to be treated with the same respect as persons of other ethnicities and religions, and all persons should be treated in a polite, respectful and friendly manner. Persons or their property may not be subjected to inspection, search and/or detention solely because the persons appear to be Arab, Middle Eastern, Asian, and/or Muslim or Sikh; or solely because they speak Arabic, Farsi, or another foreign language; or solely because they speak with an accent that may lead another person to believe they are Arab, Middle Eastern, Asian, and/or Muslim or Sikh. Individuals may not be selected for additional screening based solely on appearance or mode of dress that is associated with a particular national origin or religion. For example, selecting a woman for additional screening solely because her hair is covered or she is wearing a veil, as some Muslim women do, is unlawful discrimination. Selecting a man for additional screening solely because he is wearing a long beard or hair covering, as some Muslim men do, is unlawful discrimination. Likewise, selecting a man for additional screening solely because he is wearing a turban, as some Sikh men and women do, is unlawful discrimination. Persons and their property may not be denied boarding or removed from an aircraft solely because the person appears to be Arab, Middle Eastern, Asian, and/or Muslim or Sikh; or solely because they speak Arabic, Farsi, or another foreign language; or solely because they speak with an accent that may lead airline or airport personnel to believe they are Arab, Middle Eastern, Asian, and/or Muslim or Sikh. Event: After successfully passing through a metal detector, a Sikh is ordered by security personnel to publicly take off his/her turban and asked to unwind his/her hair for inspection. Action: Sikhs view their turbans as an important connection to God that covers a very private and personal part of the body. Accordingly, removal of a turban is considered one of the most invasive acts imaginable. A Sikh turban is not like a hat; it is a long piece of cloth, usually several yards long that takes significant time to be retied. The request by the security personnel was unwarranted because the person did not trigger the metal detector, and there was no other reason or substantial suspicion to warrant the action. Consequently, asking a Sikh to remove his/her turban (or similarly to unwind his/her religiously required, uncut hair) in the absence of a similar requirement for all other passengers that have successfully passed through metal detectors to remove articles of clothing for inspection, is disparate treatment and must be discontinued. If search or inspection of a Sikh’s hair and/or turban is necessary for safety or security reasons (e.g., a Sikh sets off the metal detector and additional curity screening through the use of a handheld metal detector or a pat down search is insufficient to make a determination of whether a prohibited item may be carried), the Sikh should be provided a choice of public or private inspection, as public searches are often viewed as insulting and humiliating or may violate an individual’s religious tenants. Event: A woman is selected for an inspection solely because her hair is covered or she is wearing a veil; or a man is selected for inspection solely because he is has a long beard or is wearing a hair covering. Action: Discriminating on the basis of national origin or religion includes discriminating against someone based solely on an appearance or dress that is associated with a particular national origin or religion. Likewise, selection must not be based solely because a person speaks Arabic, Farsi, or another foreign language, or solely because they speak with an accent that may lead one to believe they are Arab, Middle Eastern, South Asian, and/or Muslim. Accordingly, these practices must not take place. FAQ: What new DOT/FAA security restrictions on carry-on items should I be aware of before I fly on a commercial airliner? In addition to other weapons, knives of any length, composition or description, including kirpans (A kirpan is a sheathed sword, usually sharp and 2-4 inches in length. It is a mandatory article of faith for initiated Sikhs and is almost always carried on the person. Some Sikhs wear mini-kirpans that are not knives on necklaces. These mini-kirpans are no more harmful than small crosses worn by some Christians and are permitted beyond screener checkpoints.), are prohibited beyond the screener checkpoints. Knives may be placed in checked luggage. Event: A Sikh is detected carrying a ceremonial sword or kirpan through a screening checkpoint and is respectfully told by the security personnel that FAA requirements forbid all persons from carrying any knife or other sharp object into an aircraft and informs the persons that they are permitted to place the kirpan in their checked baggage. Action: The action taken by the security personnel is proper. If the kirpan cannot be stored in checked baggage or removed from the airport by someone in their party not entering the secure area, the kirpan must be confiscated. (Note: A smaller kirpan may be worn as a necklace around the neck. Notwithstanding where it is carried on the body, if it looks like a knife, e.g., it has a sharp blade, it may be placed in checked baggage but should not be allowed past the screening checkpoint). The kirpan should be kept by the security personnel in a safe place until it can be retrieved. Most Sikhs are now aware of the FAA requirement that disallows all knives and sharp articles aboard aircraft, except in checked bags. FAQ: What can I expect as I go through the security screening process at the airport? During the check-in process, names of passengers may be compared to an FBI watch list to ensure the safety of the traveling public. Knives found during the security screening of persons and their carry-on luggage will be confiscated and a ground security officer and/or law enforcement coordinator may be notified. Kirpans that are found during security screening will also be confiscated if not placed in checked luggage or removed from the airport by someone not entering the secure area. Some passengers will be selected for additional screening on a random basis when crossing the screener checkpoints. (Besides screening on a random basis, a person will be subjected to additional screening if he/she exhibits suspicious behavior. For example, if security personnel see an individual placing a sharp object in his/her shoe and that individual proceeds to walk through the metal detector, then the security personnel must search the shoe even if the individual passes through the metal detector without setting it off.) The additional screening often consists of the use of a hand held metal detector in conjunction with a pat-down search, and the search may become more thorough if the initial search indicates that a prohibited item may be concealed. Individuals who pass through a metal detector without setting off the device may be subjected to additional screening if the individual is properly selected on a truly random basis. Similarly, where a turbaned Sikh passes through a metal detector without setting off the device, the Sikh may be subjected to additional screening if the Sikh is properly selected on a truly random basis. Passengers who pass through a metal detector and set off the device will be subjected to additional screening through the use of a hand held metal detector if they wish to go beyond the screening checkpoint. Where a hand held metal detector is not available, the passengers will be subjected to a manual pat down as a means of ensuring that a prohibited item is not being carried. Similarly, where a turbaned Sikh passes through a metal detector and the device is set off, the screener should, where available, use a hand held metal detector around the turban to determine if there is a risk of a prohibited item being concealed. Passengers whose heads trigger the hand held metal detector will be subjected to a manual pat down including probing of the hair if they wish to go beyond the screener checkpoint. Similarly, where a turbaned Sikh triggers the hand held metal detector when it is near or over his or her head, then a manual pat down including probing of the turban and hair is necessary if the Sikh wishes to go beyond the screener checkpoint. Screening personnel must request permission to touch a person and his/her clothing, particularly the hair or turban of a Sikh, prior to doing so. In instances where a manual pat down indicates that a prohibited item may be concealed or the pat down is insufficient to make such a determination, then the passenger will be more thoroughly searched if he/she wishes to go beyond the screening checkpoint. Similarly, where a manual pat down of a turbaned Sikh’s head indicates that the Sikh may be carrying a prohibited item in his/her hair or the pat down is not helpful in making such a determination, then the Sikh’s turban must be searched, if the Sikh wishes to go beyond the screening checkpoint. Again, screening personnel must request permission to touch a person and his/her clothing, particularly the hair or turban of a Sikh, prior to doing so. If a search or inspection involving the removal of clothing is necessary for safety or security reasons, screeners should provide the person involved a choice of a public or private inspection. Private searches may be perceived to be overly intimidating while public searches may be viewed as humiliating or may violate an individual’s religious tenants. For example, the removal of a Muslim woman’s veil in public or in the presence of a man, not her husband, will violate her religious beliefs. Likewise, a Sikh’s turban is a religious article of faith and a public search will likely create great embarrassment and fear for the Sikh. After a turban search in private, a Sikh should be provided a mirror to retie his or her turban. Passengers identified by the Computer Assisted Passenger Prescreening System (CAPPS) as selectees, including those selected by a computer at random, will be subjected to additional screening at the boarding gate in addition to having their checked baggage being subject to additional security requirements. The CAPPS selection criteria have been reviewed by the Department of Justice to ensure that the methods of passenger selection are non-discriminatory and do not constitute impermissible profiling of passengers on the basis of their race, color, religion, ethnicity, or national origin. The additional screening will consist of a search of carry-on items and the search of the person through the use of a hand held metal detector in conjunction with a pat-down search. The search may become more intrusive if the initial search indicates that a prohibited item may be concealed. FAQ: How do screeners determine when additional security screening is appropriate? All available facts and circumstances must be taken into account in identifying persons or property that may be a safety or security risk. Although the screeners’ actions could, at times, appear to be offensive to the person involved, screeners would continue to be justified in conducting additional questioning, inspections or searches, for safety or security reasons, in certain situations; for example: a person wearing a turban or head dress, while being searched at an airport security checkpoint, triggers the handheld metal detector when it is near his or her head; or a veiled woman shows photo identification to prove her identity but it is difficult to conclude that this woman is the same person as the woman in the photo without checking her face. When it is necessary to verify the identity of a veiled woman, her face should be checked by female safety or security personnel in private or only in the presence of other women so as not to violate her religious tenets. Event: A person wearing a turban or head dress, while being searched at a checkpoint, triggers the handheld metal detector near his head, and after exhausting other FAA-acceptable means for resolving the alarm (e.g., a pat down search), the person is asked to remove the turban for further inspection. Action: Since all persons are subjected to this screening, and the screeners are required to resolve each alarm to their satisfaction before allowing the person to proceed in to the sterile area, the screening personnel would be justified in politely requesting that the person remove the turban provided the person is treated with respect and given the option of a public or private inspection. Security personnel must provide the individual the opportunity to retie the turban in a private area or area outside the view of the general population. A mirror should be provided, if possible. Event: A veiled woman shows photo identification to prove her identity, but the screening personnel cannot conclude that the woman is the same person in the photo because the veil covers most of her face. She is politely asked to remove the veil by a woman and given the option of public or private inspection, but is obviously offended. The woman explains that removal of the veil violates her religious tenets. Action: Because verification of a person’s identification is a security requirement for all other passengers under the same circumstances, and the security requirement cannot be otherwise met, this action would be justified. Whenever possible, the veiled woman’s face should be checked by female security personnel in private or only in the presence of other women so as not to violate her religious tenets. Airline and airport personnel must use the “but/for” test to help determine the justification for their actions. But for this person’s perceived race, ethnic heritage or religious orientation, would I have subjected this individual to additional safety or security scrutiny? If the answer is “no,” then the action may violate civil rights laws. FAQ: What can I do if I believe that my rights have been violated? Members of the public, who feel they have been the subject of discriminatory actions or treatment by air carriers, may file a complaint by sending an email, a letter, or a completed complaint form. See details on how to file complaints."]

page[71]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo10.htm","How to file Complaints","What if the service provided by the airline does not meet your expectations?","The service provided by the airline does not meet your expectations. Your flight was delayed or even cancelled. And, sure, you would like to have a refund. Or, your luggage did not arrive with you or was even damaged. Can you submit a claim? What limits are there on liability? Even worth, you feel to be intimidated or even discriminated by the flight attendant or the airport clerk. How do you go about to file a complaint? Refunds; In many cases the Carrier is a non-refund airline. However, requests for refunds may be considered in exceptional circumstances such as bereavements and on medical grounds. Claims; No claim for loss, damage, or delay in delivery of baggage, or for personal injury or death passenger will be entertained by Carrier unless written notice of the claim is presented to an office of Carrier. Limits on liability; The airline will probably invoke a ceiling per passenger on the amount of money they'll pay you. When your luggage and its contents are worth more than that, you may consider purchasing 'excess valuation', or even a travel insurance. Non Discrimination on the basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex or Creed The information provided here is intended to address questions and concerns about the travel of persons and potential discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or creed as it relates to airports and airlines. Complaining; Most airlines do listen to passenger’s comments on airline service and they also try to resolve individual complaints. While you do have some rights as a passenger, your demands for compensation will probably be subject to negotiation and the kind of action you get depends in large part on the way you go about complaining. Start with the airline, before you call or write to your local Department of Transportation (DOT) or some other agency for help with an air travel problem. Contract Terms; It is important to realize that each airline has specific rules that make up your contract of carriage. These rules may differ among carriers. They include provisions such as check-in deadlines, refund procedures, responsibility for delayed flights, and many other things."]
page[72]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1001.htm","Refunds","Generally carriers are non-refund airlines.","Generally carriers are non-refund airlines. However, requests for refunds may be considered in exceptional circumstances such as bereavements and on medical grounds. Requests for same-day refunds, within 24 hours of the original booking, are also accepted. A fee per passenger per leg may be charged (see Carrier for details). Otherwise, the Carrier reserves the right to refund in currency of ticket issuance or local currency. Requests for refunds on refundable tickets will not be honored after two (2) years from the date of original issue. Involuntary; When passage is involuntary cancelled or terminated before the passenger has reached final destination shown on his/her ticket because of flight cancellation, missed connections, flight delay, omission of a scheduled stop, or refusal or removal under conditions prescribed, Carrier will, upon surrender of the ticket, or unused portion thereof, make a refund upon one of the following bases: When no portion of the trip has been made, refund will be made in an amount equal to the fare paid; When a portion of the trip has been made, refund will be made in an amount equal to the applicable one-way fare (less the applicable discount, if any) via the routing specified on the ticket from the point of cancellation or termination either to the point at which air transportation is to be resumed or to the destination specified on the ticket. Voluntary; When passage is voluntarily cancelled or discontinued by a passenger of his/her own volition before reaching the final destination shown on his/her ticket or when passage is cancelled before scheduled departure time or discontinued for any other reason not defined, the following rules apply: When no portion of the trip has been made, the customer may exchange his/her wholly unused ticket for a non-refundable MCO for future travel on the airline to other destinations for a surcharge, or reissue for a new ticket for the same routing valid for one year from the date of original issue for a fee (see Carrier for details on amounts). When a portion of the trip has been made, any unused portion of a ticket has no value. Paying for and refunding airline tickets; If you plan to pay in person and with your own bank check, take at least two forms of identification with you like a driver's license, passport, major credit card, or employee I.D. card. Particularly when you purchase tickets far from your home town, airlines, travel agencies and other ticket outlets will want to confirm your identity. If you paid for your ticket with cash and you have a refundable fare, you can often get an immediate refund from the issuing airline or travel agency. If you paid by personal check, the refund will generally have to be mailed to you. NOTE: In some cases tickets purchased overseas in foreign currency can only be refunded in that same currency and country, due to foreign government monetary restrictions. Keep this in mind if you are considering buying a ticket in a foreign country. When you pay by credit card, your charge account is billed-whether you use your tickets or not. You won't receive credit unless the original unused tickets are returned to the airline. You usually can't get a cash refund for a credit card purchase. If you buy your tickets with a credit card and then change your flights, the ticket agent may want to credit the amount of the old tickets and issue another set with a second charge to your account. You may want to insist that the value of your old tickets be applied to the new ones, with the difference in price charged or credited to your account. While this creates a little extra work for the airlines, it prevents double-billing to your charge account. Payment by credit card provides certain protections under federal credit laws. When a refund is due, the airline must forward a credit to your card company within seven business days after receiving a complete refund application. If you paid by credit card for a refundable fare and you have trouble getting a refund that you are due, report this in writing to your credit card company. If you write to them within 60 days from the time that they mailed your first monthly statement showing the charge for the airline ticket, the card company should credit your account even if the airline doesn't. This procedure is particularly useful if your airline ceases operations before your flight."]
page[73]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1002.htm","Claims","A claim for loss, damage, or delay in delivery of baggage, or for personal injury or death passenger will be entertained in certain cases.","No claim for loss, damage, or delay in delivery of baggage, or for personal injury or death passenger will be entertained by Carrier unless written notice of the claim is presented to an office of Carrier generally within twenty-one (21) days after occurrence of the event giving rise to the claim. Further, in the case of allegedly lost, damaged, or delayed baggage, no claim will be entertained unless preliminary written notice of the claim is presented generally within four (4) hours after arrival of the flight on which the loss, damage, or delay is alleged to have occurred. The preliminary notice may be amended within the 21-day limit. Failure to give notice within these time limits will not bar the claim if the claimant establishes to the satisfaction of Carrier that he/she was unable to give such notice. No legal action on any claim described above may be maintained against Carrier unless commenced within one (1) year of Carrier's written denial of the claim in whole or in part."]
page[74]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1003.htm","Limits on liability","Keep in mind that the liability is limited.","If your bags are delayed, lost or damaged on a domestic trip, the airline can invoke a ceiling per passenger on the amount of money they'll pay you (check with the airline for details). When your luggage and its contents are worth more than that, you may want to purchase 'excess valuation,' if available, from the airline as you check in. This is not insurance, but it will increase the carrier's potential liability. The airline may refuse to sell excess valuation on some items that are especially valuable or breakable, such as antiques, musical instruments, jewelry, manuscripts, negotiable securities and cash. On international trips, the liability limit is set by a treaty called the Warsaw Convention. Unless you buy excess valuation, the liability limit is about $20 per kilo. In order to limit its liability to this amount, the airline must use one of the following procedures: The carrier weighs your bags at check-in and records this weight on your ticket. The airline's maximum liability to you is that weight multiplied by $20, assuming the weight was recorded in kilos. Instead of weighing your luggage, the carrier assumes that each of your bags weighs the maximum that it agrees to accept as checked baggage, usually 70 pounds (32 kilos). This yields a liability limit of about $640 per bag. This international limit also applies to domestic segments of an international journey. This is the case even if the domestic and international flights are on separate tickets and you claim and re-check your bag between the two flights. Keep in mind that the liability limits are maximums. If the depreciated value of your property is worth less than the liability limit, this lower amount is what you will be offered. If the airline's settlement doesn't fully reimburse your loss, check your homeowner's or renter's insurance; it sometimes covers losses away from the residence. Some credit card companies and travel agencies offer optional or even automatic supplemental baggage coverage. And, don’t forget, you can always purchase a travel insurance."]
page[75]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1004.htm","Non Discrimination on the Basis of Race, Color, National Origin, Sex or Creed","While safety and security are the highest priorities, of equal importance is a smooth, and safe experience for all individuals as their journey takes them through the aviation system.","In the aftermath of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, security measures have been heightened for the safety of all. While safety and security are the highest priorities, of equal importance is a smooth, and safe experience for all individuals as their journey takes them through the aviation system. Protecting the constitutional and civil rights of country’s citizens remains one of the government’s highest priorities. None of the new security measures decrease the responsibility of airports and airlines to enforce the Civil Rights Act and the regulations regarding discrimination. Federal civil rights laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of a person’s race color, national origin, religion, and sex. However, everyone may experience some inconveniences and delays while the nation adjusts to the new security reality. You may be asked to exhibit an increased level of cooperation in security searches with today’s new security regulations. Please assist the security staff in accomplishing their required tasks. Private security screenings requests should be accommodated when possible. Just as there can be no discrimination against people on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or creed, there can be no compromise to the commitment and enforcement of safety and security standards in the aviation community. For general information and inquiries on the air traveler with respect to a discrimination complaint, contact: the Customer Relations or Consumer Affairs office of the airline or airport for airline or airport problems; your local Department of Transportation (DAT) to register your concern about airline service when experiencing air travel service problems regarding discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation; your local Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for general information for the air traveler on equal opportunity matters; the country’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), who helps employers and labor unions guard against unlawful discrimination and investigates incidents regarding workplace discrimination against innocent individuals because of their religion, ethnicity, or country of origin the Department of Justice’ Civil Rights Division, who combats discrimination by receiving reports of violations, conducting outreach to vulnerable communities to provide information, and working with other Department of Justice components and agencies. While we are certain that contacting and coordinating with the airline and/or airport in advance will make your trip a smooth one, we realize that things do not always go as planned. As an air traveler, if you feel that you have been treated in a discriminatory manner and in a way inconsistent with the safe carriage of all passengers, you may file a complaint against the airline or airport owner. Complaints on discrimination matters regarding race, color, national origin, sex or creed should be filed with the following: Complaints and concerns against airlines in providing air transportation regarding discrimination against persons based on race, color or national origin, should be directed to DOT’s Aviation Consumer Protection Division. Complaints and concerns against 1) businesses serving the public on the airport property regarding discrimination, or 2) against an airport operator/owner in providing services at the airport or in airport programs regarding discrimination against persons, should be directed to your local FAA’s Office of Civil Rights. Complaints and concerns regarding discrimination based on race, color, national origin or sex in programs or activities of federally assisted entities or in the provision of public accommodations, should be directed to the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division."]
page[76]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1005.htm","Complaining","Generally when passengers comment on airline service, most airlines do listen.","Generally when passengers comment on airline service, most airlines do listen. They analyze and keep track of the complaints and compliments they receive and use the information to determine what the public wants and to identify problem areas that need special attention. They also try to resolve individual complaints. Like other businesses, airlines have a lot of discretion in how they respond to problems. While you do have some rights as a passenger, your demands for compensation will probably be subject to negotiation and the kind of action you get depends in large part on the way you go about complaining. Start with the airline. Before you call or write to your local Department of Transportation (DOT) or some other agency for help with an air travel problem, you should give the airline a chance to resolve it. As a rule, airlines have trouble-shooters at the airports (they're usually called Customer Service Representatives) who can take care of many problems on the spot. They can arrange meals and hotel rooms for stranded passengers, write checks for denied boarding compensation, arrange luggage repairs and settle other routine claims or complaints. If you can't resolve the problem at the airport and want to file a complaint, it's best to call or write the airline's consumer office at its corporate headquarters. Take notes at the time the incident occurs and write down the names of the carrier employees with whom you dealt. Keep all of your travel documents (ticket receipts, baggage check stubs, boarding passes, etc.) as well as receipts for any out-of-pocket expenses that were incurred as a result of the mishandling. Here are some helpful tips should you choose to write a letter. Type the letter and, if at all possible, limit it to one page in length. Include your daytime telephone number (with country/area code). Keep your letter business like in tone, no matter how angry you might be, and don't exaggerate on what happened. If the complaint sounds very fiercely or sarcastic, wait a day and then rewrite it. Describe what happened as clear and objective as possible, and give dates, cities, and flight numbers or flight times. Include the names of any employees who were rude or made things worse, as well as anyone who might have been especially helpful. Let the airline know if you've suffered any special inconvenience or monetary losses. Say just what you expect from the carrier. An airline may offer to settle your claim with a check or some other kind of compensation, possibly free transportation. You might want a written apology from a rude employee or reimbursement for some loss you incurred-but the airline needs to know what you want before it can decide what action to take. Be reasonable. If your demands are way out of line, your letter might earn you a polite apology and a place in the airline's crank files. Send copies (never the originals) of tickets and receipts or other documents that can back up your claim. Follow these guidelines and the airlines will probably treat your complaint seriously. Your complaint will help them to determine what caused your problem, as well as to suggest actions the company can take to keep the same thing from happening to other people. Contacting the Department of Transportation; If you want to put your complaint about an airline on record with your local Department of Transportation (DOT), ask the airline or at the airport for the address and telephone number of you local DOT. If you write, please be sure to include your address and a daytime telephone number, with area code. Letters from consumers help them spot problem areas and trends in the airline industry. They use your complaint files to document the need for changes in DOT's consumer protection regulations and, where warranted, as the basis for enforcement action. In addition, every month they publish a report with information about the number of complaints received about each airline and what problems people are having, with statistics on flight delays, over sales and mishandled baggage (data from recent reports may be available online). If your complaint is about something you feel is a safety or security hazard, write to the Federal Aviation Administration in your country of residence. Your last resort; If nothing else works, a “small claims” court might be the best way for you to help yourself. These courts assist to settle disputes involving relatively small amounts of money and to reduce the red tape and expense that people generally fear when they sue someone. An airline can generally be sued in “small claims” court in any jurisdiction where it operates flights or does business. You can usually get the details of how to use these courts in your community by contacting your city or county office of consumer affairs, or the clerk of the court. As a rule, “small claims” court costs are low, you don't need a lawyer, and the procedures are much less formal and intimidating than they are in most other types of courts."]
page[77]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1006.htm","Contract Terms","Each airline has specific rules that make up your contract of carriage.","Throughout our web site, we have tried to provide you general information about airline travel. It is important to realize, however, that each airline has specific rules that make up your contract of carriage. These rules may differ among carriers. They include provisions such as check-in deadlines, refund procedures, responsibility for delayed flights, and many other things. Domestic Travel; For domestic travel, an airline may provide all of its contract terms on or with your ticket at the time you buy it. Many small 'commuter' carriers use this system. Other airlines may elect to 'incorporate terms by reference.' This means that you are not given all the airline's rules with your ticket-most of them are contained in a separate document which you can inspect on request. If an airline elects to 'incorporate by reference' it must provide conspicuous written notice with each ticket that: 1) it incorporates terms by reference, and 2) these terms may include liability limitations, claim-filing deadlines, check-in deadlines, and certain other key terms. The airline must also: Ensure that passengers can receive an explanation of key terms identified on the ticket from any location where the carrier's tickets are sold, including travel agencies; Make available for inspection the full text of its contract of carriage at each of its own airport and city ticket offices; Mail a free copy of the full text of its contract of carriage upon request. There are additional notice requirements for contract terms that affect your air fare. Airlines must provide a conspicuous written notice on or with the ticket concerning any 'incorporated' contract terms that: Restrict refunds; Impose monetary penalties; or Permit the airline to raise the price after you've bought the ticket. If an airline incorporates contract terms by reference and fails to provide the required notice about a particular rule, the passenger will not be bound by that rule. International Travel; Not all of the detailed requirements for disclosing domestic contract terms apply to international travel. Airlines file 'tariff rules' with the government for this transportation. Passengers are generally bound by these rules whether or not they receive actual notice about them. Every international airline must keep a copy of its tariff rules at its airport and city ticket offices. You have a right to examine these rules. The airline agents must answer your questions about information in the tariff, and they must help you locate specific tariff rules, if necessary. If the airline keeps its tariff in a computer rather than on paper, there are additional disclosure requirements which are similar to those for domestic contract terms. The most important point to remember, whether your travel is domestic or international, is that you should not be afraid to ask questions about a carrier's rules. You have a right to know the terms of your contract of carriage. It is in your best interest, as well as that of the airline, for you to ask in advance about any matters of uncertainty."]

page[78]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo11.htm","Any other information that may be useful","We covered many aspects we feel are important to the @-traveler, but there are still topics we could not classify as part of the 10 chapters with information.","Although we may have covered all possible aspects we feel are important to the @-traveler, there are various topics we could not classify as part of the 10 chapters with information, such as flexibility, nasty surprises, fares, booking, packing, day of departure, during the flight, etc. Therefore, we have gathered here some other aspects that we might be useful or interesting to you. Contract terms; Throughout our web site, we have tried to provide you detailed information on air travel. It is important to realize, however, that each airline has specific rules that make up your contract of carriage. These rules may differ among carriers. They include provisions such as check-in deadlines, refund procedures, responsibility for delayed flights, and many other things. Creating a Travel Journal; Most of us bring along cameras when we travel and certainly when we travel to places we haven’t been before. We take pictures, buy postcards and we buy souvenirs. And what do we do with it. We look at them when we are home to conclude our vacation and then? How many of us have shoeboxes of pictures in a closet somewhere? Share your trip - create a travel journal. Definitions; Planning your flight(s) and booking an airline ticket is easier than it seems, but it requires a basic understanding of the terminology used in air travel. First of all, one should familiarize themselves with the various carriers, airports, codes, abbreviations, classes and much more, used in timetables and other flight information. Frequent Flyer Programs; Most airlines have a frequent-flyer plan, which allow you to earn free trips, upgrades or other awards based on how often you fly on that airline. Some airlines also offer 'elite' programs which provide check-in and boarding priorities, and 'affinity' credit cards which earn mileage credits when you use them for purchases. It doesn't cost anything to join a program, but is there a catch? Tourist information; We have tried to gather some links to web sites we feel could provide interesting information for tourists planning to pay a visit to that continent, country or state. Tourism offices worldwide; We made an attempt to gather a list of the National (per State, where appropriate) Tourism Offices in the world. Quite a extensive list of tourism offices worldwide, but not all of them have a web site, or some countries may be missing or have multiple offices. Therefore, we welcome you to add information to this list by sending us an e-mail to support@pr-aviation.com with all the necessary information, including the URL of the office. Airlines of the world; An attempt has been made to gather all the airlines in the world, where possible including their logo, a link to their web site or to an unofficial web site, if the airline has no site of its own. If you can’t find the airline you’re looking for and you’re sure it exists, please let us know, so that we can constantly improve our information. Travel scams; Some travel packages turn out to be very different from what was presented or what the consumer expected. Some don't materialize at all! If you receive an offer by phone or mail for a free or extremely low-priced vacation trip to a popular destination, there are a few things you should look for. Employment in Aviation; Looking for a job in the aviation industry? Have a look at some links to interesting web sites that we have put together for you. Next to jobs offered in one of the listed links, visit the airline’s web site, as most of them publish their job vacancies, or have a look at our web pages on job vacancies, specifically focused at the low cost airlines. Travel related Humor; Next to a large amount of “serious” information for business and pleasure travelers, we decided to include some of the “funnier” side of Air Travel. What’s life without some humor! We have included some jokes/stories we thought are funny and some links to some appropriate website."]
page[79]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1101.htm","Contract terms","Each airline has specific rules that make up your contract of carriage.","It is important to realize that each airline has specific rules that make up your contract of carriage. These rules may differ among carriers. They include provisions such as check-in deadlines, refund procedures, responsibility for delayed flights, and many other things. Domestic Travel; For domestic travel, an airline may provide all of its contract terms on or with your ticket at the time you buy it. Many small 'commuter' carriers use this system. Other airlines may elect to 'incorporate terms by reference.' This means that you are not given all the airline's rules with your ticket-most of them are contained in a separate document which you can inspect on request. If an airline elects to 'incorporate by reference' it must provide conspicuous written notice with each ticket that: 1) it incorporates terms by reference, and 2) these terms may include liability limitations, claim-filing deadlines, check-in deadlines, and certain other key terms. The airline must also: Ensure that passengers can receive an explanation of key terms identified on the ticket from any location where the carrier's tickets are sold, including travel agencies; Make available for inspection the full text of its contract of carriage at each of its own airport and city ticket offices; Mail a free copy of the full text of its contract of carriage upon request. There are additional notice requirements for contract terms that affect your air fare. Airlines must provide a conspicuous written notice on or with the ticket concerning any 'incorporated' contract terms that: Restrict refunds; Impose monetary penalties; or Permit the airline to raise the price after you've bought the ticket. If an airline incorporates contract terms by reference and fails to provide the required notice about a particular rule, the passenger will not be bound by that rule. International Travel; Not all of the detailed requirements for disclosing domestic contract terms apply to international travel. Airlines file 'tariff rules' with the government for this transportation. Passengers are generally bound by these rules whether or not they receive actual notice about them. Every international airline must keep a copy of its tariff rules at its airport and city ticket offices. You have a right to examine these rules. The airline agents must answer your questions about information in the tariff, and they must help you locate specific tariff rules, if necessary. If the airline keeps its tariff in a computer rather than on paper, there are additional disclosure requirements which are similar to those for domestic contract terms. In the event that any passenger purchasing transportation on Carrier may be determined to be in international transportation under the Warsaw Convention, Carrier waives all limitations of liability contained in that Convention and agrees not to limit its liability for death or injury to such passenger. Domestic or international; The most important point to remember, whether your travel is domestic or international, is that you should not be afraid to ask questions about a carrier's rules. You have a right to know the terms of your contract of carriage. It is in your best interest, as well as that of the airline, for you to ask in advance about any matters of uncertainty. Carrier reserves the right, to the extent not prohibited by federal law, to change, delete, or add to any of the terms of this Contract without prior notice. All changes must be in writing and must be available for public inspection at each of the Carrier's ticket offices."]
page[80]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1102.htm","Creating a Travel Journal","Share your trip with relatives and friends, or even with everyone in the world.","Most of us take pictures, buy postcards and souvenirs while we are on vacation, enjoying places we haven’t been before. And what do we do with it. They end up in shoeboxes in a closet somewhere? Share your trip with relatives and friends, or even with everyone in the world. Create a travel journal. Decide in advance how detailed you want your travel journal to be. Research your trip so that you optimize any photo or film opportunities (a trip to Vegas isn't complete without a side trip to the Hoover Dam or even the Grand Canyon). If your camera is able to record the date, use it on the first picture or film of the day. It will make the end result easier to organize. Carry a small amount of file folder labels with you in your camera bag. As you load another roll or film, write a brief summary on the label and place on the film container, or the memory-stick (-card) holder, if you use a digital camera. If you have to download the pictures from your digital camera to a PC, store them in a directory with clear and recognizable names. Once home, take the label off the film container and place it on the outside of the processing envelope. When your pictures come back, you're still organized. Find a theme and keep up with it throughout your trip. Ideas could be humorous signs, sunsets, people, etc. Insert 'Kodak' type moments into your theme. A small notebook in your camera case, or the “notepad” on your PC (laptop, notebook) is great for keeping up with the dates and brief notes of the day. It's also a great memory-jogger for the journal later. Collect little things along the way that add personality to your journal (a flower you picked, stamps from different countries, coins, ticket stubs, postcards, etc.). Once you're arrived back home, make it a stop along the way back from the airport to get your film dropped off for developing. When you have your film developed and printed, consider to have your pictures digitized on Photo-CD as well, because the quality will be much better than scanning the pictures yourself, in case you want to set-up a picture album on your PC. Place all the small personal tidbits you've collected in one central place. Gather the items you'll need for your travel journal in the next few days on your travels. Be prepared with everything else, for your photos to come back. If your intention is to create a “paper” journal, consider visiting a craft store, as they now have all kinds of interesting and creative papers to use for any kind of travel journal. A three-ring binder with a protective sheet covering makes a great travel journal. Have your favorite photo of your trip blown up and put in the front sleeve. If your intention is to create an “electronic” journal, don’t just organize the pictures for easy viewing, use editing tools to give some of your pictures a personal touch. You can also create a journal which you can share with everybody in the world over the WEB. Once the photos (or Photo-CD’s) have arrived, take your first free morning and arrange all the ingredients of your journal on a convenient desk or table. Now create! Note that the hardest thing about a travel journal is staying organized - make a promise to yourself to tend do it before you forget all those great things you saw and experienced. Remember, out of sight is out of mind."]
page[81]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1103.htm","Definitions","Travelers should have a basic understanding of the terminology used in air travel.","@-Travelers should have a basic understanding of the terminology used in air travel. Familiarize yourself with the various carriers, airports, codes, abbreviations, classes and much more, used in timetables and other flight information. A summary of terms that we believe can be important to @-travelers can be found in our glossary of terms below. 'Accident Insurance' exists in order to make a payment to next of kin in case of death or to the beneficiary in case of a long term disability. 'Agreed Stopping Places' means those places, except places of departure and the place of destination, set forth in the Ticket of shown in Carrier's timetables as places at which the aircraft is scheduled to stop en route. 'Aircamping' means that if you are only booking a flight with a charter airline, the travel agent is not allowed to only sell you the airline ticket for that rate. To comply with the rate for a charter flight, the travel agent must include the accommodation as well. You will notice that your ticket will include the camping accommodation, which is why it’s called 'aircamping', or 'camping flights'. The term 'Flight Only' is commonly used now.  'Airpass' means several tickets that will allow you to take a certain number of domestic flights. 'Airport' means the airport from/at which the direct or connecting flight on which the Passenger holds confirmed space is planned to depart/arrive, or some other airport serving the same metropolitan area, provided that the Passenger accepts the transportation to the other airport. 'All Inclusive' or 'all-in' basically means that all meals and drinks are included in the price, even in between snacks. However, certain restrictions may apply, such as imported liquors or the fact that it is only valid until 23:00 o’clock. Always read the small prints! 'Alternate Transportation' means comparable air transportation, or other transportation used by the Passenger at no extra cost, that at the time such arrangements are made is planned to arrive at the airport of the Passenger's next stopover, or if none, at the airport of the Passenger's destination, not later than two (2) hours after the planned arrival of the Passenger's original flight. 'APEX – PEX – Excursions' are cheap air fares that are applied under certain conditions, such as paid up-front and non-refundable, or the fact that the length of stay must include a weekend, etc…. Always ask your travel agent what the conditions are associated with the fare offered. The cheaper the ticket, the more conditions. 'Baggage' means all luggage’s, including suitcases, garment bags, tote bags, packages, camera and electronic bags, computer and equipment cases, briefcases, personal computers, and similar articles, whether carried by the passenger in the cabin or carried in the cargo compartments. Coats and wraps, when carried by the passenger in the passenger cabin, will not be considered as baggage. 'Baggage Check' means those portions of the ticket which provide for the carriage of passenger's checked baggage and which are issued by Carrier as a receipt for the passenger's checked baggage. 'Baggage Insurance' is only available to cover for loss or violent theft of your luggage and, if applicable, to cover for the initial purchase abroad. 'Baggage (Identification) Tag' means a document issued by Carrier solely for identification of check baggage, the baggage (strap) tag portion of which is attached by Carrier to a particular article of checked baggage and the baggage (claim) tag portion of which is given to the passenger. 'Boarding Pass' is a kind of permit to board the aircraft when told and is obtained at check-in. On regular airlines, the boarding pass has also your seat assignment printed. On so called low cost airlines you are not assigned a seat, but you may take any seat that is vacant at the time you board the aircraft. 'Broker' is an intermediary between the airline and the travel agent or tour operator. Using a broker, the travel agent avoids having to deal with thirty or more airline ticket suppliers. Often brokers also offer very cheap tickets. The consumer can not buy airline tickets from a broker. 'Business Class' -> see 'Class'. 'Camping Flight' means that if you are only booking a flight with a charter airline, the travel agent is not allowed to only sell you the airline ticket for that rate. To comply with the rate for a charter flight, the travel agent must include the accommodation as well. You will notice that your ticket will include the camping accommodation, which is why it’s called 'aircamping', or 'camping flights'. The term 'Flight Only' is commonly used now. 'Cancellation Insurance' means an insurance policy that will cover the costs associated with the cancellation of a trip/flight in case of certain urgent reasons. 'Cancellation Fees' are the fees a travel agent, tour operator, hotel, or airline will charge you in case of a cancellation. 'Car Camping' is often the name the travel agent gives to a booking of a charter ticket in combination with a rental car. 'Carriage' means the transportation of passengers and/or baggage by air, gratuitously or for hire, and all services of Carrier incidental thereto. 'Carrier' means the airline on which a flight has been booked. 'Carrier's Regulations' means rules, other than these Conditions of Carriage, published by the Carrier and in effect on the date of booking governing carriage of Passengers and/or Baggage and shall include applicable Tariffs in force and are available at Carrier's offices, check-in and on Carrier's Website. 'Charter flights' are generally part of a complete package, which includes flight and accommodation. Normally passengers would not be allowed on such flights if they did not book a hotel accommodation as well. However, the only exceptions to this are so called 'camping flights'. Cheap charter flights may be offered. Refunds of paid airfares are normally not or only partly possible when e.g. canceling a charter flight, unless the reason for cancellation was covered through a cancellation insurance. Also, charter flights do not have fixed or scheduled departure times, which means that the date & time can change up to the last minute without prior notice, nor the ability to recover the delay. 'Check-in' is in principle the procedure in which you report yourself to the clerk at the airline’s check-in counter, identify yourself as a passenger, present a prove of having purchased a ticket for the flight and, if necessary, check your luggage for transportation in the cargo haul. As a proof of having checked in, you receive your boarding pass and you can proceed to the gate, where you will be informed when the boarding procedure commences. 'Checked Baggage' means baggage of which Carrier takes sole custody and for which Carrier has issued a Baggage Check and Baggage (claim) Tag(s). 'Class' refers to a possible seating class on board of an airplane. Airlines may separate the rows of seats on the aircraft into different classes, with a different type of comfort and service. The number of classes may differ depending on the type of flight (domestic, international, intercontinental), the distance, the type of aircraft and the airline’s service strategy. First Class is the most comfortable, most luxury and most expensive class. Business Class is the second highest class and is generally used by business travelers. Economy Class is the most common class on board of an aircraft. Low cost airlines only have one class, namely Economy Class. First and Business Class travellers also have the benefit of a special lounge at the airport, where they can relax, have a drink and a snack before they board the airplane. 'Codes' that appear on e.g. internet booking systems are as follows: Y followed by a number, e.g. Y24: reserved to holders of a so called Youth ID-card (such as a CJP-card) that are younger than 24 years of age. 4/3M: the first number indicates that one has to stay at their destination for at least 4 days and a maximum of 3 months. The 'M' in the code means month and 'YR' would mean year. SU: means that a so called Sunday Rule is applicable. In other words, your stay at your destination must include an overnight stay from Saterday to Sunday. DUO: means that the rate id only valid if booked for at least 2 people/passengers. MAX60D: indicates that the return flight will be within 60 days after your departing flight. 15oct: means in this case that the last return date will be the 15th of October. 'Code Share' means that two or more carriers are selling tickets for the same flight and you don’t know which carrier is actually operating the flight. 'Comparable air transportation' means transportation provided by air carriers holding certificates of public convenience and necessity, or foreign air carriers holding foreign permits, issued by the Department of Transportation and authorizing the transportation of persons. 'Condition of Carriage' means these Conditions of Carriage for Passengers and Baggage. 'Confirmation' means confirming or re-confirming your reservation. It is well possible that you made a reservation for a flight and that the agency or airline would like you to (re-)confirm your reservation within e.g. 24 hours prior to departure, in order for the airline to properly assess the load and number of passengers on that flight. 'Confirmation Number' means the number the Passenger is given by the Carrier to identify each flight reservation made by the Passenger and confirmed by the Carrier. 'Confirmed Reserved Space' means space on a specific date and on a specific flight of Carrier which has been requested by a Passenger and which Carrier or its Authorized Travel Agent has verified, by appropriate notation on the ticket or in any other manner provided by this Contract of Carriage, as being reserved for the accommodation o the Passenger. 'C.R.S.' is the abreviation for Central Reservation System, which is used by travel agents or tour operators to book flights, hotels, rental cars, etc. 'Damage' includes death, wounding or bodily injury to a Passenger and loss, partial loss, theft or other damage to Baggage of whatsoever nature arising out of or in connection with carriage or other services incidental thereto performed by the Carrier. 'Days' means full calendar days, including Sundays and legal holidays; provided that, for the purpose of notification, the balance of the day upon which notice is dispatched shall not be counted and when the last day falls on Sunday or a legal holiday such Sunday or legal holiday will not be counted. 'Direct flight' means 'same plane' service between the origin and destination points with scheduled stops at one or more intermediate points. With the exception of unexpected ground delays or other unforeseen flight disruptions, passengers on direct flights are not required to disembark the aircraft at any intermediate stop. 'Document or Registration Fees' are administrative fees charged for changing or canceling a flight and are often in addition to the cancellation fees, with a maximum amount as documented in the company’s general conditions. 'Economy Class' -> see 'Class'. 'First Class' -> see 'Class'. 'Flight Coupon' means the portion of the passenger ticket which is good for carriage. 'Flight Number' consists of a combination of letters and numbers, and is printed on your ticket. The letters represent the airline and the numbers the actual flight number. 'Flight Only' means that if you are only booking a flight with a charter airline, the travel agent is not allowed to only sell you the airline ticket for that rate. To comply with the rate for a charter flight, the travel agent must include the accommodation as well. You will notice that your ticket will include the camping accommodation, which is why it’s called 'Flight Only'. The term 'aircamping' or 'camping flights' may be used as well. 'Fly and Drive' are airline tickets which are sold including the use of a rental car as one packaged deal. The car is picked up from and returned to either the airport of arrival or departure. 'Full Fare' is an expensive (the most expensive) fare you pay for an airline tick, but there are no restrictions to the ticket, it is fully refundable and the ticket can be changed without at any time without additional costs. This rate is generally used by business travellers that require the flexibility of being able to change or even cancel their flight at any time. 'Gate' is the entry point where passengers need to be to board an airplane, or where arriving passengers will enter the airport terminal. At every airport, gates are identified by a combination of letters and numbers, whereby the letter refers to the building or terminal, and the numbers refer to the entry/exit point in that building or terminal. Generally the airplane will be parked at the gate, but there may be circumstances whereby the passengers will be taken to the airplane by bus. Passengers are advised to be at the gate 20 minutes prior to departure! 'G.D.S.' is the abbreviation for General Distribution System. They maintain the databases on hotel accommodations, car rentals, flight availabilities and much more. These systems are used by the search engines on travel web sites. 'Handicapped Individual' means a person who: has a physical or mental impairment that, on a permanent or temporary basis, substantially limits one or more major life activities; has a record of such an impairment, or is regarded as having such an impairment, as further defined in the Department of Transportation regulations. 'I.A.T.A.', the International Air Transport Association, is an international association for airlines, which, among others, regulate the rates on air travel, mainly on regular flights. 'Infant Fare' means the fare charged for an infant between the age of 1 day to under two years of age occupying a seat with an country's Federal Aviation Association approved car seat. 'Involuntary Refund' means a refund made to a passenger who is prevented from using the carriage provided for by his ticket because of cancellation of his flight, inability of Carrier to provide previously confirmed space, postponement or delay of flight or refusal of carriage. 'Last Minute' bookings are flight booked at the very last minute, certainly not earlier than fourteen days before the date of departure. The advantage of last minute bookings are often the cheap fares you can get, if there are enough seats unsold. The risk of waiting until the last minute is, of course, the fact that no seats may be available anymore. 'Long Haul' flights are flights of more than four (4) hours and are generally intercontinental flights. 'No Show' is the term used for passengers that do not show up at the date and time of their departure. You will find this term normally in the contract terms and conditions of the airline or of the ticket you bought. 'Nonstop flight' means a flight scheduled to operate between the origin and destination points without intermediate stops. 'One Way' means travel from one point to another. 'Open Jaw' is a type of ticket arrangement which is used in case the airport of arrival is not the same as the airport of departure on the return flight or the next phase of your journey. One could arrive from New York at Phoenix (Arizona) and then drive to Los Angeles (California) with a rental car in order to take a return flight to New York. 'Open Return' is used for return tickets whereby the return date has been left open. 'Package' is a term used for a combination of different services bundled together. This can be a flight and a hotel arrangement, a hotel arrangement with a guided tour and a rental car, etc. The most common packages are flights with hotel arrangements, such as the ones we book when we go on a vacation for two weeks to sunny destinations. 'Pack and Go' is a last-minute formula. You book a package for a fixed fare, you only know your flight destination and the type or class of your hotel accommodation. At arrival to your destination, a host/hostess will take you to the hotel. 'Passenger' means any person, except members of the crew, carried or to be carried in an aircraft with the consent of Carrier. 'Passenger Coupon' means that portion of the passenger ticket constituting the passenger's written evidence of the Contract of Carriage. 'Passenger Ticket' means that document issued by Carrier or authorized travel agent which provides for the carriage of the passenger occupying a single seat. 'PAX' is an abbreviation (code) for persons, e.g. 3 pax means 3 persons. 'Prepaid Ticket Advice (PTA)' means the notification between offices of Carrier that a person in one location has purchased and requested issuance of prepaid transportation as described in the authority to another person in another location. 'Promotion' or special offers may include discounts, additional nights, special meals, excursions, etc. Generally you are better off with promotions than with last minute bookings. 'Qualified Handicapped Individual' means an individual with a disability who: with respect to accompanying or meeting a traveler, use of ground transportation, using terminal facilities or obtaining information about schedules, fares or policies, takes those actions necessary to avail himself or herself of facilities or services offered by Carrier to the general public, with reasonable accommodations, as needed, provided by Carrier; with respect to obtaining a ticket for air transportation on Carrier, offers or makes a good faith attempt to offer to purchase or otherwise to validly obtain a ticket; or with respect to obtaining air transportation on other services or accommodations required by the Department of Transportation regulations: purchases or possesses a valid ticket for air transportation on Carrier and presents himself or herself at the airport for the purpose of traveling on the flight for which the ticket has been purchased or obtained; meets reasonable, nondiscriminatory Contract of Carriage requirements applicable to all passengers; and whose carriage will not violate the requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulations or, in the reasonable expectation of Carrier personnel, jeopardize the safe completion of the flight or the health or safety of other persons. 'Regular flights' stand midway between a scheduled flight and a charter flight. Regular flights are operated with a fixed schedule, but the fares are certainly not the same as for scheduled flights. Low cost carriers, such as Southwest, easyJet, Ryanair, Virgin Express, AirTran and Freedom Air, are good examples of airlines offering regular flights. Each of the airline’s website will provide information on their flight schedules, however, only this www.flylowcost.com provides timetable information on all the low cost carriers. 'Round Trip' means travel from one point to another and return to the first point on Carrier's Scheduled Air Service assigned for travel between the two points. 'Scheduled Air Service' means any flight scheduled in the current edition of the Official Airlines Guide, Carrier's published schedule or the computer reservation system used by Carrier. 'Scheduled flights' operate in accordance with a fixed schedule (timetable) and are bound to airfares imposed by the IATA. However, the airlines may promote special offers, which generally can be obtained through either a travel agent or the airline direct. 'Schengen Countries' are countries within the European Community, which have signed a treaty on 'open borders' policies. When traveling between Schengen Countries, you do not need to pass emigrations anymore and you don’t need to show your ID or passport, just your boarding pass at the airport of departure. 'Seating' is the term used for the arrangement of the seats in the airplane. At check-in you get a seat assigned (except with low cost carriers). Pre-Seating means that you can request for a seating assignment or indicate a seat preference days, or even weeks, in advance. However, the latter is usually only possible on regular flights and mostly when you travel first or business class. 'Station' means any airport in which Carrier provides Scheduled Air Service. 'Stopover' means a break in Passenger's journey at an Agreed Stopping Place, which break has been agreed to in advance by the Carrier. 'Sunday Rule' is a term to indicate that your (cheap) fare requires an overnight stay at your destination from Saturday to Sunday (see also APEX). 'Supplementary Benefits Insurance' exists to cover illness, accidents, death and other urgent matters abroad. 'Tariff' means the fares, charges and conditions applicable thereto. Any reference to Tariff shall be deemed to be a reference to the Contract of Carriage - Passenger. 'Ticket' means 'Passenger Ticket and Baggage Check' including all flight, passenger and other coupons therein issued by Carrier, which provides for the carriage of the Passenger and his baggage. 'Ticketless travel authorization' means the electronically recorded information in Carrier's computer reservation system that provides for the carriage of the passenger and his or her baggage. 'Unchecked Baggage' which is equivalent to hand luggage is baggage other than checked baggage. 'Upgrading' means that you are being moved up one class. This can be on your own request, but you will have to pay for the price difference. It is possible, however, that e.g. the economy class seats are overbooked and that you’re being offered an alternative seat in business class, or that the hotel is overbooked, in which case you should be offered an alternative hotel of the same class or up. 'Visa' is a document or a stamp in your passport that permits you to enter a certain country for a given period. Not all countries require a visa. It depends on the country you’re visiting and the country of your residence. Check with e.g. the embassy in your neighbourhood (or on the web) of the country you’re going to visit whether a visa is required and what the conditions are for obtaining a visa. 'Voucher' is a document with which you can demand certain services, while the person/company that wrote and signed the voucher committed him/her-self to reimburse the costs to the supplier of the services. 'We', 'our', 'ourselves' and 'us' means 'Carrier' (see above). 'Website' means the internet site provided by the Carrier for the purpose of Passengers making online reservations. 'You', 'your' and 'yourself' means 'Passenger' (see above)."]
page[82]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1104.htm","Frequent Flyer Programs","Virtually all major airlines have a frequent-flyer plan.","Virtually all major airlines have a frequent-flyer plan, which allow you to earn free trips, upgrades (e.g., from Coach to First Class) or other awards based on how often you fly on that airline. In some programs you can earn credit by using specified hotels, rental car companies, credit cards, etc. Some airlines also offer 'elite' programs which provide check-in and boarding priorities, and 'affinity' credit cards which earn mileage credits when you use them for purchases. It doesn't cost anything to join a program, and you can enroll in the programs of any number of different airlines. All travelers benefit by being members of a carrier's frequent flyer - leisure or business travelers alike. However, it may not be to your advantage to 'put all your eggs in one basket' with one plan by accumulating a high mileage balance only to find out later that another carrier's program suits your needs better. Before deciding which program(s) to join, compare them carefully. You don’t want to get 'hooked' on one program by accumulating a high mileage balance, only to learn that another program offers superior benefits for your particular situation. In making your decision you should consider: the rate at which credits are earned; minimum credits earned per flight (e.g. you are only going 200 miles but the airline always credits at least 500); whether you are most interested in free tickets for yourself, 'companion tickets,' or upgrades; how much credit is needed for the awards you are interested in; deadlines for using accumulated credits (e.g., in some programs miles expire after three years); whether the airline serves the cities you would like to travel to, and whether it has tie-ins to other airlines (especially foreign carriers) and to hotels and car rental companies you would use; whether awards are transferable or for the member’s use only; whether the carrier’s program ties in with other carriers, especially those with international routes, and you can earn credits and use awards on those other airlines; whether some of the airline's service is provided by commuter-carrier 'partners' and can you earn credits and use awards on those other airlines. Each airline’s program carries certain conditions and limitations. You should carefully read the promotional material and the 'fine print' booklet that the airline should give you when you become a member. Also, pay attention to notices that you receive in the mail after you enroll; they sometimes describe changes in the program. Carefully examine the number and length of any 'blackout periods' during which awards cannot be used. On some carriers, the Christmas blackout may last a week. If you are planning a big trip and are thinking about joining that airline's frequent-flyer program, enroll before you travel. Airlines usually won't credit mileage that was flown before you became a member. After you join a program, there are other things that you should know: Airlines reserve the right to make changes, often on short notice. This can include changes to the conditions and limitations and also to the awards and the rate at which awards are earned. The number of miles required for particular awards might be raised, requiring you to use your old mileage (i.e., your current balance) under the more restrictive new rules. The airline may cease service on a route that you were particularly interested in-or it may drop the city you live in! If the airline adds a new route after you enroll, especially an international one, you may be able to earn mileage on that route but not use awards there. The carrier may eliminate attractive frequent-flyer tie-ins with particular airlines or hotel chains. Cashing in your mileage frequently will limit your losses in case the carrier changes the rules, merges, or goes out of business. (Some private companies sell insurance covering some of these eventualities.) Accumulating a larger mileage balance will entitle you to bigger awards, however. Carriers often limit the number of seats on each flight for which frequent-flyer awards can be used, in the same manner with many of the same conditions as deeply discounted air fares. This could include advance reservation requirements, blackout periods, length-of-stay limits, and limits on the number of frequent flyer seats on many flights (to as few as zero on some flights). You may not be able to get reservations on your first- or second-choice dates or flights. Awards can often be issued in the name of immediate family members. However, if you sell or give an award to someone not named on the award or the travel document and the airline finds out, the recipient could have his or her ticket confiscated, and the carrier may penalize the program member's account balance. So, always check with the airline whether you can give an award ticket to someone not named on the award. If your award flight is canceled or greatly delayed, can you travel on another airline? If your own plans change after an award ticket is issued, can the ticket be used on another flight, or can the trip be canceled and the mileage re-credited to your account? Ask the airline how mileage is registered; you will probably have to identify yourself as a program member when you book your flight or when you check in. Keep track of the mileage you have earned, and check it against the statement that the airline mails you. Keep your boarding pass and the 'passenger coupon' portion of your ticket. If a problem arises, get the names of the people you speak with and keep notes of your conversations. One special reminder: airlines often restrict the transferability of mileage earnings. Almost without exception, the sale (or even attempted sale) of credits or awards violates the provisions of the program and may result in the revocation of all accumulated mileage and/or termination of your participation in the program. However, awards can usually be given to others as gifts. Persons who buy coupons also run a risk. If the airline suspects that the bearer of a coupon or ticket is not the party designated to use the travel document, the airline may refuse to honor it and may even confiscate it. In such cases, the airline invariably disclaims any obligation to the bearer of the coupon or ticket; the purchaser’s recourse, if any, would be with the seller of the travel document. Here are general tips on Frequent Flyer Programs: Business travelers: If you are just starting your traveling career, enroll in all of the major domestic carriers or international alliances. The latter gives you the benefit of earning bonus miles on all carriers that are member of the alliance and, in many cases, on all of their partners. Should your itinerary change for a delayed or cancelled flight quickly, it's better to already be a member of the second carrier's program. Most carriers offer bonus miles for enrollment initially. If you making your reservation directly over the phone with the carrier, you can make both the reservation and join in their frequent flyer program at the same time. Loyalty builds respect and recognition with the airlines. If you travel twice a month or more, it's important to limit your carrier preferences to one or two carriers at the most. As a member of a carrier's frequent flyer program - you'll always get better seating than a non-member in heavily booked flights. Check the credit card you use to see if they offer bonus miles for specific carriers, or for travel vendors. New entry into a market by a carrier generally brings bonus miles. Be aware of them. Don’t plan to use an award immediately after earning enough credit for it. The airline needs time to credit the most recent mileage and then issue an award certificate or ticket. Note that the Department of Transportation does not regulate airline frequent flyer programs. These are matters of individual company policy. If you are dissatisfied with the way a program is administered, changes which may take place, or the basic terms of the agreement, you should complain directly to the company. If such informal efforts to resolve the problem are unsuccessful, you may wish to consider legal action through the appropriate civil court."]
page[83]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1105.htm","Tourist information","We gathered some links to web sites that could provide interesting information for tourists.","We have tried to gather some links to web sites we feel could provide interesting information for tourists planning to pay a visit to that continent, country or state. We would like to expand our Tourist Information page with other useful links, so, if you would like to recommend interesting tourist information web sites, feel free to send an e-mail to support@pr-aviation.com with the URL and a brief explanation why you believe we should add this site. U.S. Travel - some information and history; The U.S.50 website provides a good overview of what each of the United States has to offer, including a brief history. Visit Europe; Lots of facts and stats about the countries of Europe. This site is filled with useful travel information. The Africa Guide; The Africa Guide provides lots of useful information about all of the countries in Africa. Embassies, and International Affairs; This website contains resources from different global perspectives, links and contacts for Embassies and Diplomatic Offices. Foreign Language Tips; Over 200 languages have been gathered together in one place! Arm yourself with words in a foreign language with this invaluable travel tool."]
page[84]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1106.htm","Travel scams","Unlike most products, travel services usually have to be paid for before they are delivered.","Unlike most products, travel services usually have to be paid for before they are delivered. This creates opportunities for disreputable individuals and companies. Some travel packages turn out to be very different from what was presented or what the consumer expected. Some don't materialize at all! If you receive an offer by phone or mail for a free or extremely low-priced vacation trip to a popular destination, there are a few things you should look for: Does the price seem too good to be true? If so, it probably is. Are you asked to give your credit card number over the phone? Are you pressured to make an immediate decision? Is the carrier simply identified as 'a major airline,' or does the representative offer a collection of airlines without being able to say which one you will be on? Is the representative unable or unwilling to give you a street address for the company? Are you told you can't leave for at least two months? (The deadline for disputing a credit card charge is 60 days, and most scam artists know this.) If you encounter any of these symptoms, proceed cautiously. Ask for written information to be sent to you; any legitimate travel company will be happy to oblige. If they don't have a brochure, ask for a day or two to think it over; most bona fide deals that are good today will still be good two days from now. If they say no to both requests, this probably isn't the trip for you. Some other advice: If you are told that you've won a free vacation, ask if you have to buy something else in order to get it. Some packages have promoted free air fare, as long as you buy expensive hotel arrangements. Others include a free hotel stay, but no air fare. If you are seriously considering the vacation offer and are confident you have established the full price you will pay, compare the offer to what you might obtain elsewhere. Frequently, the appeal of free air fare or free accommodations disguises the fact that the total price is still higher than that of a regular package tour. Get a confirmed departure date, in writing, before you pay anything. Eye skeptically any promises that an acceptable date will be arranged later. If the package involves standby or waitlist travel, or a reservation that can only be provided much later, ask if your payment is refundable if you want to cancel, and don't pay any money you can't afford to lose. If the destination is a beach resort, ask the seller how far the hotel is from the beach. Then ask the hotel. Determine the complete cost of the trip in dollars, including all service charges, taxes, processing fees, etc. If you decide to buy the trip after checking it out, paying by credit card gives you certain legal rights to pursue a chargeback (credit) if promised services aren't delivered."]
page[85]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1107.htm","Employment in Aviation","Interested in working for an Airline?","Interested in working for an Airline? For those that are interested in working as Pilots, Flight Attendants, Airline Representatives, Ground Crew, or other types of jobs in the aviation industry, we have listed a number of interesting sites. But also for those already in the Industry, keep up to date on issues that may affect you. Next to jobs offered in one of these web sites, visit the airline’s web site as well, because most of them publish their job vacancies on their web site. Finally, have a look at our web pages on job vacancies, specifically focused at the low cost carriers. Aviation Career advice; There is more than one path to an aviation career. NationJob - Careers in Aviation; Lots of Aviation Careers to wade through. You can easily narrow down your search by specifying what you are looking for. Aviation Employment; JS Firm has lots of listings for Airline Employment opportunities. AviationNow - Jobs; Aviation Now's job listings for careers in aviation. Jobs in Travel and Tourism; A great job site that includes postings for work within Travel and Tourism. U.S., U.K., Canada, and the Caribbean are the geographic areas that are covered. Aviation Careers; Plane Jobs has career postings for various aspects of the aviation industry. Primarily listings for the U.S. Aviation Job Seekers; AvCrew has job postings for pilots, flight attendants and dispatchers."]
page[86]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCtinfo1108.htm","Travel related Humor","The “funnier” side of Air Travel.","Next to publishing a large amount of “serious” information for business and pleasure travelers on our web site, we decided to include some of the “funnier” side of Air Travel. What’s life without some humor! We have included some jokes/stories we thought are funny and would like to share with you. But, we also added some links to some appropriate website. If you have a nice story or funny joke to share, mail us at support@pr-aviation.com and we might add it ? Here are some we like......A DC-10 had an exceedingly long roll out after landing with his approach speed just a little too high. San Jose Tower: 'American 751 heavy, turn right at the end if able. If not able, take the Guadeloupe exit off of Highway 101 and make a right at the light to return to the airport.' A Southwest Airlines stewardess explains the procedures: 'Welcome aboard Southwest Flight 555 to Destination City. To operate your seatbelts, insert the metal tab into the buckle and pull tight. It works just like every other seatbelts and if you don't know how to operate one you probably shouldn't be out in public unsupervised. In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure margarine cups will descend from the ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask and pull it over your face. If you have a small child traveling with you secure your mask before assisting with theirs. If you are traveling with more than one small child...pick your favorite”. During the final approach of an American Airlines flight into Amarillo Texas on a particularly windy and bumpy day the Captain really had to fight it. After an extremely hard landing the flight Attendant came on the PA and announced: 'Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Amarillo. Please remain in your seats with your seatbelts fastened while the Captain taxis what's left of our airplane to the gate!' An American West flight attendant's comment on a less than perfect landing: 'We ask you to please remain seated as Captain Kangaroo bounces us to the terminal.' The Singapore Airlines pilot during his welcome message: 'We are pleased to have some of the best flight attendants in the industry... Unfortunately none of them are on this flight...!' The passengers were leaving the plane after landing, and one smiling, satisfied passenger paused to congratulate the flight attendant. 'Stewardess,' he said happily, 'I want to compliment you and the crew and especially the captain for getting here right on time. It's not often that an airline gets to where it's going exactly when they claim it will. I'm going to call your home office and let them know how pleased I am.' 'Why, thank you, sir,' the flight attendant answered, 'but I think you should know--this is yesterday's flight.' The German air controllers at Frankfurt Airport are a short-tempered lot. They not only expect one to know one's gate parking location but how to get there without any assistance from them. So it was with some amusement that we (a PanAm 747) listened to the following exchange between Frankfurt ground control and a British Airways 747 (call sign 'Speedbird 206') after landing: Speedbird 206: 'Top of the morning Frankfurt, Speedbird 206 clear of the runway.' Ground: 'Guten morgen! You vill taxi to your gate!' The big British Airways 747 pulled onto the main taxiway and slowed to a stop. Ground: 'Speedbird, do you not know vare you are going?' Speedbird 206: 'Stand by a moment ground, I'm looking up our gate location now.' Ground (with some arrogant impatience): 'Speedbird 206, haff you never flown to Frankfurt before?!?' Speedbird 206 (cooly): 'Yes I have, in 1944. In another type of Boeing. I didn't stop.' O'Hare Approach Control: 'United 329 Heavy, your traffic is a Fokker, one o'clock, 3 miles, eastbound. United 329: 'Approach, I've always wanted to say this...I've got that Fokker in sight.' It's always better to be down here wishing you were up there than up there wishing you were down here. The propeller is just a big fan in front of the plane used to keep the pilot cool. When it stops, you can actually watch the pilot start sweating. A 'good' landing is one from which you can walk away. A 'great' landing is one after which they can use the plane again. No flight ever leaves on time unless you are running late and need the delay to make the flight. If you are running late for a flight, it will depart from the farthest gate within the terminal. If you arrive very early for a flight, it inevitably will be delayed. Flights never leave from Gate #1 at any terminal in the world. Here are some links to enjoyable sites. Aviation Humor; Funny photos and stories. Aviation Jokes; An amusing collection of Air Travel Humor. Aviation Quotes; A nice collection of Aviation related quotes. Flying Toys; A very funny collection of Aviation Humor."]

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page[88]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCaboutUP.htm","About Us and our Partners","Who we are, what our site presents and who our partners are.","PR Aviation is an independent organization, who’s objective it is to provide airline & air travel information to business and pleasure travelers, as well as aviation enthusiasts. Our target market is business-to-consumers, fulfilling a liaison function between e.g. airlines and consumers. The main method to achieve this, in our opinion, is by providing the information over the Web. One of PR Aviation’s first projects is the development of this Website 'Fly Low Cost', providing information on low cost airlines world wide, in order to create global awareness and encourage business and pleasure travelers in flying with these airlines. PR Aviation has registered most of its domain names with Register.com. The current domain names include, among others, pr-aviation.com, flylowbudgets.com, flylowcosts.com, flylowcost. com and flynothrills.com. We have selected Register.com for various reasons - continuity, service levels, product ranges, pricing and support. If you do not have a domain name yet, or you want to register additional domain names, consider Register.com. Just enter a domain name and press search. Also consider Register.com for other web and email services. PR Aviation has signed a partnership agreement with Holiday Cars, an independent organization which aims to provide rental cars world wide, with a powerful marketing tool. Their latest Internet technology offers car rental organizations an inexpensive and effective way to reach today's leisure and business travelers. Holiday Cars offers a comprehensive car rental fleet world wide with the best car rental rates. All rates include all mandatory items such as unlimited mileage, CDW, theft and liablity insurance, tax and in many locations airport or premium location or other fees. The average age of the cars are about four to eight months, and each car is well maintained to ensure safe, trouble-free driving. Their mission is to serve you best and our special service never ends. Currently one can choose from one of the 2.100 locations in more than 20 different countries. The car rental groups are sorted from the cheapest to the most luxurious. PR Aviation has signed a partnership agreement with BOOKINGS, an independent organization which aims to provide any hotel in the World with a powerful worldwide marketing tool. Their latest Internet technology offers hotels (and chain hotels) an inexpensive and effective way to reach today's leisure and business travelers. BOOKINGS originated in the Netherlands, where the company is market leader in on-line hotel reservations. Their database consists of more than 16,000 independent hotels and chain-hotels. Their global website receives over 25,000 visitors per day and the system currently covers over 80 countries worldwide. The BOOKINGS head office is situated in Amsterdam, was founded in 1996 and is rapidly expanding. Click on any of the following links to access further information. BOOKINGS aims to offer leisure and business travelers the easiest way to select and book a hotel room world wide. Travelers have direct access to a range of hotels, complete with up-to-date availability information. PR Aviation obtains the Southwest Airlines timetable from OAG, the world's leading independent provider of travel information products and services, offering business travelers, corporations and the global travel industry the information necessary to make effective travel-planning decisions. Acknowledgement: This Website also came about with the technical assistance of Dave Brown, who specifically assisted in the development of the mailing tool, various Java scripts and database access routines; and of Steven van Helsdingen, who assisted in updating various timetables. Thank you all for your cooperation. 'Fly Low Cost' focuses on providing information about low cost airlines only, around the world, to business as well as pleasure travelers, whereby we would like to offer the following services: To select on a per continent basis routes operated by low cost airlines. Selecting a city from which to depart will show the possible destinations. When selecting the latter, the low cost carrier(s) and timetable(s) for that selected route is presented. Also, the lowest “as of” fare is provided when available. From this timetable page the internet user can select the departing and/or arriving city to obtain general information on how to get to and from the airport by car, taxi, train or bus. More importantly is the possibility for the user to select (click on) the airline’s logo, which will link directly to the airline’s Reservation page on the airline’s Website. This will allow for the internet booking to take place. For the aviation enthusiasts we offer a brief portrait of the airline with some pictures of their aircrafts. Several pages are dedicated to providing travelers general Travel Information & Conditions, as well as Travel Tips. In order to provide the traveler a complete package of services, we have included global world wide car rental, hotel reservation and travel insurance services as well. The “news” page will keep the customers informed about the latest promotions published by the airlines. Even better, the customers can subscribe to a mailing service, which will keep them updated on new promotions on a per continent basis. For this, we ask the customers to enter and submit a questionnaire, which will give us a better insight on their travel expectations, travel backgrounds, knowledge of low cost carriers and experiences. A somewhat strange addition to the Website is the job vacancies information for those that are interested in an employment with a low cost airline. Millions of people are traveling from country to country, from continent to continent, many of which are business travelers, but most of them are pleasure travelers. The majority of travelers have been using travel agents or regular airline service desks for their travel arrangements. However, the travel arrangement booked through the internet is growing and travelers have become more and more costs conscious. Travelers within a certain country or continent are reasonably aware of the existence of low cost airlines in their country/continent, because of, among others, the local advertising that takes place. However, travelers visiting other continents are not at all familiar with the low cost airlines that exist, the services they provide and thus the advantages they could offer budget conscious travelers. We believe therefore that the main advantages of our Fly Low Cost Website for the low cost airlines are: The creation of global awareness throughout the world of the existence of and services provided by low cost airlines, as well as offering the possibility to make reservations with these airlines. The promotion of the low cost airlines through PR in national newspapers in continents outside the scope and reach of the airline’s marketing perspective. As a result of this liaison role our Website will have, the low cost airline see an improvement of their average load factor, thanks to the increase of passengers visiting from other continents. The mailing service we provide will also help in ensuring that promotions reach potential travelers in many continents. Finally, we believe that the information we gather from our questionnaires will help the airlines in reviewing their services and in their marketing activities."]

page[89]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLCaboutFLC.htm","What is Low Cost","The site focuses on those travelers that consciously control their travel costs and on the airlines that characterize themselves as being 'Low Cost' airlines, because of their pricing concept.","This site has been called 'Fly Low Cost' because it focuses on those business and/or pleasure travelers that consciously control their travel costs and on the airlines that characterize themselves as being 'Low Cost' or 'Low Fares' airlines, because of their pricing concept. In this section, we address the following subjects: A bit of History of the low cost concept. Some answers to the many questions asked. How they can offer such low fares. Cost comparison between the 'regular' and 'low cost' carriers. What they spend their money on. Who travels with these low cost airlines. How low cost fares are structured. Would one recommend such an airline to a friend. Do low cost airlines offer the cheapest deals. At the end of this section you will find a few tips. However, for comprehensive and detailed travel information, in order to assist the @-Travelers in e.g. properly prepare for their journey, finding the lowest fare, obtaining the right flight information, booking the flight, packing and what to do when things go wrong, please visit out Travel Information pages. A bit of History Twenty-nine years ago, Rollin King and Herb Kelleher got together and decided to start a different kind of airline. They began with one simple notion: If you get your passengers to their destinations when they want to get there, on time, at the lowest possible fares and make darn sure they have a good time in doing so, people will fly your airline. And you know what? They were right. Within 28 years, Southwest Airlines became the fifth largest major airline in America, flying more than 57 million passengers a year to 57 great cities (58 airports) all over the Southwest and beyond. And they do it over 2,600 times a day. Southwest has more than 330 of the newest jets in the nation, with an average age of 8.4 years. In May 1988, Southwest were the first airline to win the coveted Triple Crown for a month - Best On-time Record, Best Baggage Handling, and Fewest Customer Complaints. Since then they've won it more than thirty times, as well as five annual Triple Crowns for 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, and 1996. Southwest has become the classical example for the later low costs airlines to be founded and for some of the low costs – low fares spin offs of various major airlines. Currently low cost airlines can be found in North America, Europe, Africa, Australia (Oceania) and Asia, and new low budget airlines are still being established. As far as we know now, no low cost airlines are being operated in Central America, South America, the Caribbean and the Middle East. The main countries currently operating low cost airlines are Canada, the USA, Australia, Japan, Thailand, South Africa, the UK, the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany. The reason for the success of the new low cost carriers is very simple – they move the maximum number of passengers at the minimum of cost. Traditionally, airlines have concentrated on selling expensive first or business class tickets. The new carriers have a different business model. They have done way with first/business and economy class. Instead, all passengers are free to sit where they choose. Also done away with is the traditional in-flight catering. Passengers are most welcome to buy a snack or a drink from the selection available from the cabin crew. I am even assured that you are free to take your own sandwiches on board! Also revolutionized to keep costs to a minimum is the way in which flights are booked. Gone are the traditional travel agent and printed ticket. Instead our operators rely on a high tech system based on Internet and telephone booking. All airlines have proved to be very adept at pioneering on-line booking on their websites. Using the net, the customer has access to a vast array of timetabling and fare information. They are then free to select the most appropriate flight at the cost that suits her or him most. Questions asked When talking about low cost airlines, first reactions and questions often are: “How can they do it?” “Do I have to stay through Sunday?” “Are they flying old planes?” “Do they have well trained and qualified personnel?” “Do they maintain their fleet sufficiently?” “What service can one expect?” “Do they fly on time?” “Would you recommend such an airline to a friend?” “Do they really offer the cheapest deals?” Such misconceptions are not surprising, given the fact that scheduled, low-fare flights are a relatively new phenomenon in the world. Low cost airlines are based on the idea that people would fly a lot more often if it were more affordable. The airline’s main mission is to make air travel the most simple, convenient and inexpensive form of transportation in the world. How can they offer such low fares? Low cost airlines offer great value fares, which can only be achieved by keeping costs to a minimum by e.g. cutting out unnecessary 'frills'. Ticketless airlines. Less hassle for the customer, who doesn't have to worry about collecting tickets before traveling, and cost-effective for the airlines (paper, printing, distributing). No free meals. Passengers are given the choice as to whether they wish to buy themselves drinks or snacks on board. Customer feedback illustrates that passengers do not want a meal on board a short-haul flight. They prefer to pay less for the flight and have a choice to purchase snacks on board if desired. No newspapers. There is no table, nor a hanging newspaper bag by the aircraft's door with a choice of various local and foreign newspapers. Travelers will have to bring their own newspaper. One type of aircraft. Pilots, flight attendants, mechanics and operations personnel are specialized in a single type of aircraft, which means, among others, that there is no need for costly re-training of staff, for maintaining a stock with parts for different types of aircraft, for knowledge and skills in order to operate and maintain different types of aircraft with their own characteristics, or for new work requirements. Internet or Call Center booking. Mostly bookings of flights can only be done via the airline’s call center or via the internet, whereby the fares are paid using a credit card. Only a very few of these low cost airlines have the possibility to book a flight through a travel agent (e.g. Virgin Express, Southwest Airlines). This means that the airlines do not pay any commission to a travel agent, which would otherwise have been reflected in the fares. Also, as they do not use travel agents, they do not use, nor participate in the world wide reservation systems and thus save costs, which again are reflected in their pricing. Appropriate Airports. Low cost carriers mostly fly to and from airports that are not necessarily the busiest, for example, London - Stanstead rather than London - Heathrow. These are often referred to as secondary airports, though this rather disparaging title can be something of a misnomer as they can often be far more convenient. Operating from so called secondary airports is cheaper than from the bigger major airports and they are also a lot less congested and “turnaround times” for aircraft are a lot shorter. For instance, to minimize fees Ryanair fly into Bromma airport 15km from Stockholm. The airport deemed to be the primary one in the Swedish capital, Arlanda, is a far less accessible 35kms from the city. Airline Connectivity. No arrangements have been made with other airline companies on connecting flights, on possibilities of flight transfers, nor on having the luggage labeled and passed through from one flight to another. Check-in. Generally, there will be no seats reserved nor allocated. Passengers receive a generic boarding pass and they will have to take any of the available seats. Only luggage is checked-in to be taken on board. Cost Comparison The operational costs between a regular airliner and a low cost airline flying the same type of aircraft are similar for the following cost centers: Telesales staff Advertising Cabin crew economy class Pilots Ground handling Insurance Airport landing and parking fees Aircraft ownership costs Air traffic control fees Maintenance Fuel The main difference in costs between the two types of airliners can be found in the additional overhead a regular airline has for: The loss of a number of seats because of their first and/or business class configuration In flight catering Additional cabin crew to attend first and/or business class passengers Commissions to travel agents (some low cost airlines do pay commissions as well) Ticketing costs Computer reservation fees Use of more expensive airports Lower aircraft utilization because of delays at congested airports So, what do they spend their money on? Low cost airlines invest in the most essentials: Aircrafts (currently one of the youngest fleet in the world). Experienced pilots. Qualified ground personnel. Top aircraft maintenance. Who flies low cost? Basically everybody, business, pleasure and other cost-conscious travelers. How are low budget fares structured? Unlike other airlines, low cost fares are not based on complicated restrictions. All fares are quoted one way to allow customers the flexibility to choose where and when they would like to fly. Also, where most traditional airlines will only offer cheap flights if the customer stays a Saturday night, or even a Sunday night, and therefore cheap fares will not be available for a one-way or a day-return business or shopping trip. Such a condition does not apply to low cost airlines. So, generally speaking, the earlier you book the cheaper the fare will be. Would one recommend such an airline to a friend? According to a survey on the best and worst airlines carried out in the UK in 2000 by Holiday Which, low cost airlines are winning over consumer and soaring ahead of charter services and short haul scheduled airlines. Using the question 'Would you recommend this airline to a friend?' as a starting point, airlines were also assessed on; cabin air quality, cabin crew, catering, check-in staff, cleanliness, entertainment, leg room, seat allocation, seat comfort and value for money. Readers rate budget airlines so highly that over half of those who have flown with one recently, would definitely recommend it to a friend. In order from best to worst, where easyJet made it into the top rated group, the top scores were for: easyJet Ryanair British Midland British European Go British Airways Manx Airline Do low cost airlines offer the cheapest deals? No, not always. Ryanair, one of Europe's largest and most profitable low cost airline, claims it sells 70% of its seats at its two lowest fares. easyJet says that up to 50% of passengers could have paid the lowest fare.' That might be as little as $25 for a flight from Amsterdam to Geneva on easyJet or $32 from Brussels to Dublin on Ryanair, excluding taxes and handling fees. What low cost airlines are less eager to talk about is how many seats they sell at fares that are markedly higher than their cheapest offerings. Ryanair has about eight price categories; easyJet around 10. It doesn't take a math genius to work out that between 30% and 50% of their passengers could be at the higher end, paying $300-plus per ticket. Suddenly, the so called budget airlines no longer look cheap. Nearly all airlines nowadays use a complicated system called yield management to juggle prices up and down according to demand as a means of maximizing revenue. So the more seats that have been booked on a flight, the higher the remaining ticket prices rise. Unlike traditional airlines, low-cost carriers can't rely on first- or business-class travelers to boost profits, so their yield-management systems tend to be more finely tuned. Certain times of the day or the year call for more yield management. For example, now that business travelers have discovered budget airlines, an early morning flight from London to Paris or Amsterdam is likely to be more expensive than a midmorning one. A weekend flight to Geneva in winter will probably be more expensive than in summer. A few tips .......These days there are no hard-and-fast rules to landing a bargain fare. But here are some tips that might help. Book via the Internet or a Call Center. Since an online order cuts out the commission airlines have to pay travel agents, you should save. Some of the lowest fares are available only on the website and some airlines offer an additional saving on every return ticket booked online. Be flexible about when you can travel. This will maximize the number of flight and fare options available and enable you to choose the one that suits you most. Reserve as far in advance as possible. The closer you get to your desired departure date, the fewer cheap options you will find. Look out for promotional offers. They are real but apply only to flights on which there are still lots of empty seats. Book immediately - they usually last for as little as 48 hours. Welcome new routes. Low cost airlines expand and introduce new routes. Until new routes become embedded in public consciousness, both demand and fares are likely to remain low. Transportation to and from the airport. If you are intending to use public transport to and from the departure airport, where possible book it with your flight reservation as many of the airlines have negotiated discounted rates to get their passengers to the airport. Remember that some low cost airlines keep costs low and turnaround times high by flying in and out of secondary airports that are often a long way from city centers. So factor in the cost and inconvenience of a long bus, train or taxi ride if necessary. And don't forget that there's no such thing as a free lunch on a low cost airline. If you bag what seems like a bargain, leave it at that. Don't ask the passenger next to you what he paid for his seat. He may have got that $7 ticket you thought should be yours."]

page[90]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_AA.asp","Air Asia","Brief portrait Asian low cost airline Air Asia","Air Asia, as the second National Airlines, provides a totally different type of service in line with the nation's aspirations to benefit all citizens and worldwide travellers. Such service takes the form of a no frills - low airfares flight offering, 40%-60% lower than what is currently offered in this part of Asia. Their vision is 'Now Everyone Can Fly' and their mission is to provide 'Affordable Airfares' without any compromise to Flight Safety Standards. Air Asia’s fleet of 3 leased Boeing 737-300 aircraft are amongst the youngest in the region with an average age of 6 years old. This five-model 737 Classic family was introduced 30 years ago and has one of the industry's best safety records (transported nearly 6 billion passengers - equal to the world's entire population, executed 77 million flights, span more than 32 billion miles - approximately 175 trips to the sun and back, has posted more than 91 million hours of service for airlines - equivalent to flying 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for about 10,390 consecutive years). Air Asia’s engineering standards on maintenance is either equivalent to or even better than those of major airlines operating in the region. This is controlled by Malaysian Civil Aviation Authorities. Air Asia’s flight crew are subjected through a rigorous training programme, not only approved, but also monitored by our national regulatory body namely the Department of Civil Aviation Malaysia."]
page[91]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_AB.asp","Air Berlin","Brief portrait European low cost airline Air Berlin","The 'Air Berlin Inc.' was founded in 1978 in Oregon, USA, by former PanAm captain Kim Lundgren from Portland, because only aircraft from the Allied powers were allowed to land in Berlin after the Second World War. Air Berlin commenced its services on 28th April 1979 with a leased Boeing 707 on a flight from Berlin to Palma de Mallorca, and thereafter with flights to the USA. The 'Kerosene guzzler' was soon replaced by two smaller Boeing 737 machines. With the end of the status of occupation, the Allies forfeited their privileges in the German capital and Lundgren had to seek German majority shareholders. In former LTU manager Joachim Hunold he found a partner who launched the German 'Air Berlin GmbH & Co. Luftverkehrs KG' on 16th April 1991, and found further shareholders for the company. On 28th April 1979, the first Air Berlin flight started from Berlin-Tegel to Palma de Mallorca. With more than 160 connections per week (in summer), the 'German's Favourite Island' today is still the most important destination in Air Berlin's network of routes. The Mallorca Shuttle starts daily from 11 German airports. But Air Berlin also serves all other important holiday destinations on the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands, Portugal and North Africa on a regular basis. For example, in the winter of 1998/1999 the Spanish Peninsular experienced a renaissance. Alicante, Almeria, Malaga and Jerez de la Frontera are long since an integral part of the flight schedule. The same applies to all of the Canary Islands, Greece, with its many islands, the south of Italy, Turkey, Faro in Portugal, Madeira, Tunisia, Morocco and Egypt. Since 30 September 2002 Air Berlin is offering a new product to its customers: The City Shuttle. The first connection between London-Stansted and the German cities of Berlin-Tegel, Dortmund, Paderborn/Lippstadt and Münster/Osnabrück started on that last September day. Now the City Shuttle connects eight German cities with the European hotspots such as London, Milan, Vienna and Barcelona. Berlin-Tegel is the home airport of Air Berlin, but is no longer the only starting point in Germany. Even in the early days, the company strove towards a 'blanket coverage', and to be closer to its customers. In 1992, at the time still simply a holiday airline, Air Berlin took the risk of deploying a jet at the airport of Münster/Osnabrück (FMO). With the result that the once quiet, cosy airfield developed into a proper airport - because other airlines followed suit. But, the early bird catches the worm: Air Berlin remains the market leader in Münster/Osnabrück, it has since then based its third aircraft there and has, at the same time, created more than one hundred jobs. Air Berlin was, and still is, the number one amongst the holiday airlines in Paderborn/Lippstadt, in Nürnberg and Dortmund. Passengers from Westphalia no longer have to go on a long journey to Düsseldorf or Hannover - and the Franconians don't have to travel to München when they wish to jet south into the sun. Naturally, Air Berlin is present in the former East German states: with its own bases in Dresden, Leipzig and Erfurt. Further starting points are Altenburg, Berlin-Schönefeld, Bremen, Düsseldorf, Friedrichshafen, Hamburg, Hannover, Frankfurt, Köln/Bonn and Rostock-Laage. The Mallorca Shuttle has become a great success: daily flights from Berlin, Dortmund, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hannover, Köln, Münster, München, Nürnberg and Paderborn. Additional connections to the island also exist from other airports. Everyone flies to huge airports such as Frankfurt, München or Düsseldorf. But Air Berlin was the first holiday airline to also open up bases in 'fringe airports' such as Münster/Osnabrück, Nürnberg, Paderborn, Dresden or Dortmund. Air Berlin pursued a course of 'blanket coverage' to be closer to the passenger. Originally, flights were only available to tour operators. Once the network of flight connections was big enough and flight frequencies were high, 'flight-only' tickets were sold directly to the public, for example, for the daily Mallorca Shuttle that starts from 11 German airports. Flight-only tickets can now be purchased for all Air Berlin routes. At prices that are reasonable in every respect, especially families with children receive a good deal. Air Berlin is the only airline that offers a 40 percent discount for children under 14 years of age; and a discount for young persons up to the age of 21! Bookings are made simple. Either through travel agencies, or at local call costs by calling the service number U.K.: 0870-73 88880, Germany: 01801 737-800, All others: 0049 1801 737 800 which is available 24 hours a day. Or via the Internet (www.airberlin.com). All that is required is a credit card or account number. Booking alterations are possible at any time - even from the destinations. Added to this is the good service on board delivered by friendly cabin crews, for which Air Berlin has already received multiple awards. The icing on the cake of course, is the young fleet. On average, the jets are less than two years old and thus always quiet and economical."]
page[92]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_AD.asp","AirDo","Brief portrait Asian low cost airline AirDo","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[93]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_AE.asp","AlpiEagles","Brief portrait European low cost airline AlpiEagles","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[94]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_AL.asp","AirLib Express","Brief portrait European low cost airline AirLib Express","The French air transport industry experienced major changes in the summer of 2001, when AOM and Air Liberté merged to become a new airline called AirLib. With a view to making its short-haul services meet market demand, AirLib has launched AirLib Express. Both AirLib and AirLib Express are the concrete expression of the company’s vision of their business, namely: • Putting new life into air travel with an innovative approach. • Our values, proximity and quality service • Safety combined with speed and punctuality AirLib Express has become the symbol of a new travel concept on the French market since the 5th March 2002. Their concept is “The skies are for everybody” and their ambition is to offer really attractive prices on the main French and French West Indian routes, whether from Paris (Orly) to Nice, Marseille, Figari, Toulouse, Toulon, Perpignan, Tarbes Lourdes, Lannion, Annecy, Metz/Nancy, Fort-De-France, Pointe-A-Pitre, Rome, Venice, Pisa, Milan and Biarritz, from Metz to Nice and Toulouse, from Lille to Nice and Marseille, or from Nice to Toulouse. AirLib has achieved this with a single fare starting at 29 euros (France Metropolitan and Italy) and at 99 euros (The French West Indies). But the revolutionary aspect of their concept is that anyone can benefit from these keen prices, without length-of-stay restrictions (compulsory Saturday night stopover), age restrictions (under 18s or over 60's) and requirement to travel as a couple. They can offer low prices because they have cut costs by improving aircraft productivity and by doing away with unnecessary services while preserving the most important thing, namely punctuality. Simplified on-board services mean that AirLib can concentrate on what passengers really expect to get from an airline - take you from one place to another on schedule and at the lowest cost possible. Nothing is more important than the safety of the passengers and of the airline staff. Safety remains a priority for both the crews and passengers at AirLib. AirLib Express offers you affordable, simple and practical air travel that meets your needs: • Your trip is easy too organize • You travel when you want at low cost • Our services match your requirements • A New Concept, a New Cost Structure AirLib Express puts your satisfaction first and focuses its services (on the ground and in-flight) on your expectations. In-flight meals are not a priority on short-haul flights (France Metropolitan and Italy). They do however sell a range of hot, cold and alcoholic drinks, snacks and sandwiches (cash payments only). On long-haul flights (The French West Indies) they serve one (1) hot meal and one (1) collation or snack bar are proposed to you free of charge, like water, coffee, tea or chocolate. Each supplement is paying. Going by the same principle, on short-haul flights they do not provide newspapers and magazines on board, nor do they have their own lounge in the passenger terminal. On long-haul flights AirLib Express provides newspapers, presents a film and offers music to listen for your entertainment. AirLib went bankrupt in Frebuary 2003."]
page[95]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_AS.asp","Air Scotland","Brief portrait European low cost airline Air Scotland","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[96]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_AT.asp","AirTran","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline AirTran Airways","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]

page[97]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_BA.asp","Basiq Air","Brief portrait European low cost airline Basiq Air","On BASIQ AIR flights safety has top priority, as Transavia's quality and safety standards also apply to these flights. Transavia airlines was the first airline in the Netherlands to receive international recognition from the Civil Aviation Authority, on behalf of the Joint Aviation Authorities, for its overall airline operation. This recognition, the JAR-OPS 1 certificate, is a mark of quality for standards relating to flight preparation, performance and maintenance. Furthermore, Transavia was the first to be awarded the European JAR 145 certificate: the quality certificate for aircraft maintenance in conformance with the latest European legislation. Your BASIQ AIR flight takes you directly to and from Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Barcelona, Nice and Malaga, and for a fair price to. What's special is that you decide yourself which services you want to use on board. During your flight BASIQ AIR offers you à la carte service, so you can order sandwiches, snacks and various other refreshments. Naturally you can also buy soft drinks and alcoholic drinks. In addition, BASIQ AIR's cabin crew will offer a variety of duty-free products at attractive prices. For example jewelry, perfumes and make-up, as well as electrical appliances. Just as on regular Transavia flights, BASIQ AIR absorbs the VAT (19%) on flights within Europe. So, despite the changed legislation on duty-free shopping, you can still enjoy in-flight shopping at bargain prices, saving 20% on average. On top of that there are special offers every month. Only liquor and cigarettes can no longer be bought. The range offered on board can be found in the brochure which will be given to you at the check-in counters. BASIQ AIR's website has been up and running since the end of November 2000. One can check the availability of flights and book tickets directly online. In addition, the site offers information about what one can expect from a BASIQ AIR flight, as well as interesting facts about their destinations. BASIQ AIR also answers questions that passengers most often ask their Call Center staff."]
page[98]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_BB.asp","BMIbaby","Brief portrait European low cost airline BMIbaby","From 31 March 2002, BMI baby (regional) will offer an additional 62 flights a week from East Midlands. These increased frequencies will allow BMI baby to offer a more comprehensive service to both business and leisure travellers, who need the flexibility and frequency to travel within the UK and Europe. BMI baby is also introducing an attractive new pricing structure to help give real value for money fares, designed at attracting both the business and leisure traveller. The new structure gives customers the flexibility to book outbound and return flights at the lowest available fare level, with all bookings now based on an each way fare. Customers now have the opportunity to benefit from the lowest fare available on both their outbound and return flight. BMI baby has also simplified the booking terms and conditions offering greater flexibility to the customer if changes need to be made after a booking has been made. Austin Reid, chief executive officer, BMI said: “We have been working on a new business model for some months now, to help ensure that we can maintain a competitive edge in a challenging market. This massive increase in flights yet again reinforces our long standing and very clear commitment to the region and our continued drive to provide customers with a wide range of destinations, coupled with a high level of frequency and of course at an attractive price.” BMI regional will operate a total of 290 services a week to and from East Midlands Airport from 31 March 2002. From 20 March 2002, bmibaby (the new no frills airline of bmi) will operate an additional 60 flights a week from East Midlands Airport to Barcelona, Dublin, Faro, Malaga, Murcia (Alicante), Nice, Palma and Prague. Fares quoted are internet based fares, which are £5.00 less than booking via reservations. All fares quoted include tax, passenger service charge and surcharge."]
page[99]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_BE.asp","British European (flybe)","Brief portrait European low cost airline British European (flybe)","It all began back in 1979 when Jersey European was formed from the merger of Jersey-based Intra Airways and Bournemouth-based Express Air Services. In 1983 the company was taken over by the Walkersteel group, already the parent company of Blackpool-based charter airline, Spacegrand. The two companies were initially run separately until 1985 when they were amalgamated and Exeter became the airline's headquarters and base for Technical Services. The Jersey European livery was adopted to provide a uniform appearance. Over the next few years the services provided were enhanced and new, larger aircraft were introduced into the fleet including three new Shorts SD360 aircraft in 1986 and three British Aerospace HS748s shortly afterwards. Success and growth continued into the 1990s with the acquisition of six Fokker F27s as passenger numbers continued to increase. A new appearance was launched in 1990, including a new livery and new uniforms. Jersey European gained its first London route in 1991 from Guernsey to London Gatwick and shortly afterwards the route from Jersey to London Gatwick began operation. The growth in the company continued and in 1993, three British Aerospace 146 Whisper Jets were introduced to operate routes from London to Belfast City and the Channel Islands. This proved such a success that a fourth jet was acquired later in the year to operate Belfast City to Birmingham. Our Business Class service was launched, making Jersey European the first domestic airline to offer two classes of service. The industry began to recognise Jersey European as a major regional airline when it won the 'Best UK Regional Airline' award for 1993 and 1994 at the Northern Ireland Travel and Tourism awards. Jet maintenance was brought to Exeter in 1994 which expanded the scope for third-party customer services. 1995 saw more BAe 146 jets joining the fleet, bringing the total number of jets to seven. Three new Business lounges were opened at Belfast City, Jersey and Guernsey, as well as the launch of the innovative Ticket to Freedom frequent flyer scheme to reward the loyal business customer. The network expanded into Europe with a code-share agreement with Air Inter, offering flights between London Stansted and Marseilles. In 1996 the first franchise routes in conjunction with Air France began from London Heathrow to Toulouse and Lyons. Change to our appearance came about with the introduction of a new uniform which complemented Jersey European's new corporate business image. The new Business Class upgrade included leather seats on all BAe 146 aircraft, advance seat selection, dedicated check-in and priority baggage handling. These emphasise the Airline's continued commitment to business passengers. The franchise partnership with Air France continued to expand in 1997 to include Birmingham International to Paris Charles de Gaulle and Glasgow. The acquisition of five BAe 146s allowed further route expansion. Jersey European's commitment to regional direct services continued in 1999 with the purchase of 11 Bombardier Dash 8s and four Canadair Regional Jets. A major new base at London City was established in the autumn, with the launch of services to Dublin and Edinburgh. The new millenium has seen a period of evolution for the airline. Following a change of brand to British European, the next stage of the development came on 18th July 2002, with the launch of a the new airline name Flybe. Along with the new image came a raft of fundamental changes to the business, with new deals for both the customer and the travel trade. Flybe has blended the innovative style of the new breed of airlines yet retained the service values customers have a right to expect."]
page[100]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_BG.asp","BudgetAir","Brief portrait virtual European low cost airline BudgetAir","BudgetAir offers low fare tickets for flights within and outside of Europe. BudgetAir does not operate airplanes of their own, but buys seats on available flights from well established scheduled airlines fly out of Amsterdam. Low fare economy class, but with the quality service one may expects from a known airline. BudgetAir makes cheap flights simple, because the same conditions apply on all destinations offered by them. They make cheap flights available to everyone, as their low air fares are not only offered via the internet, but also through local travel agents in the Netherlands. BudgetAir means flying “Smart Class”, because it’s cheap, tickets can be obtained online as well as via a travel agent, there are less restrictions and because one can book one way tickets. BudgetAir is an activity of Airtrade Holding bv, known, among others, from Vliegwinkel.nl (Flightshop), the largest booking site for airline tickets in the Netherlands. Airtrade Holding bv in Haarlem (the Netherlands) – part of the international travel organization BCD Holdings NV – was established in 1989 as an mediator between international airlines and Dutch travel agents. As supplier of tourist tickets on scheduled flights to over 1.100 travel agents, Airtrade is the biggest consolidator on the Dutch travel market. Airtrade has 250 employees and sold more than 400.000 tickets in 2002! One at five passengers departing Schiphol airport use a ticket delivered by Airtrade. BCD Holdings N.V. is a Dutch family business, established in 1975, which is active in the travel market and financial services. BCD Holdings has 9.000 employees in 11 countries in North and South America, as well as Europe. The company expects a 4.75 billion US Dollar turnover in 2003. WorldTravel International is the travel organization of BCD Holdings, which owns WorldTravel BTI, one of the leading business travel companies in the USA and the Netherlands; TRX, a major supplier of booking and quality control software for the travel market and market leader in online travel bookings; Park ’N Fly, operator of 13 parking places at large airports; Rottink Reisburo, with 114 travel agents one of the biggest chains of tourist travel agents in the Netherlands; Airtrade, supplier of airline tickets for scheduled flights to more than 1.100 travel agents and provider of internet sites for travel bookings in the Netherlands."]
page[101]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_BJ.asp","BerlinJet","Brief portrait European low cost airline BerlinJet","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[102]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_BU.asp","Buzz away","Brief portrait European low cost airline Buzz away","Buzz is a simple idea: a low cost airline that believes in making a flyer's experience simple, enjoyable and affordable. The fare quoted will get travelers from A to B. buzz then offers a great range of extra services on a 'pay-as-you-go' basis which gives the option to tailor the journey to ones needs. At buzz they are committed to giving flyers ticketless travel (saving time and costs), favorable rates on car hire, accommodation and insurance, 'pay-as-you-go' options which include access to business class lounges at most airports, a superb offering of food and drink on board with Café buzz, convenient airports at all their European destinations, as well as exciting seasonal destinations. buzz flies to 21 destinations across Europe and to make sure flyers get the most out of them, the buzz website provides an insight into each and every destination. From 'must sees', to the best restaurants and bars, their innovative overviews give the perfect starting point when planning a trip. Even those paying a flying visit will find something in their '2 hours to spare' section. They have teamed up with WhatsonWhen to provide relevant information on what is happening in each of their destinations throughout the year. Check it out – you never know what you might be missing. Buzz has been bought by Ryanair in January 2003."]

page[103]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_CF.asp","Ciao Fly","Brief portrait European low cost airline Ciao Fly","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[104]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_CJ.asp","CanJet","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline CanJet","CanJet Airlines is Eastern Canada’s original low cost discount airline and is owned by IMP. For 40 years the IMP Group of Companies has been a world-class leader in aviation and aerospace. With aviation facilities coast to coast in Canada and solid airline experience, the re-launch of CanJet Airlines confirms the IMP Group’s desire and commitment to expand its presence in this industry. Following the success of American companies such as Southwest and JetBlue, and Canada's Calgary-based WestJet, CanJet returned to the Atlantic market mid 2002. It had been sold in 2001 to Canada 3000, which went bankrupt six months later, caught in the post-September 11 air travel downturn. The sale followed CanJet's pricing battle with Air Canada, which it accused of trying to undermine the upstart airline with prices below Air Canada's costs. The revived version of CanJet is currently serving six (6) major airports in Eastern and Central Canada. They link the major centres in the four Atlantic Provinces with Ontario and Quebec with a fleet of Boeing 737’s, the world’s largest selling and most popular commercial airliner. CanJet’s Guest Service Agents, Pilots and Flight Attendants are experienced and intimately familiar with the routes they fly and the customers they serve. CanJet is a friendly airline with everyday low unrestricted one-way fares and personnel who will always make you feel welcome. IMP Corporate Information IMP Group International Inc. is a privately-owned, diversified company established in 1967, and is headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Through three core operating divisions (Aerospace, Aviation and Commercial), as well as a corporate investment portfolio, the IMP Group pursues a growth-oriented international strategy, employing 3,500 people located across Canada, the United States and Russia. Customers and suppliers circle the globe. The Aerospace Core Group is located at three sites within Nova Scotia where it provides engineering, depot level maintenance and many ancillary services to military aircraft, as well as avionics production, and the manufacture and assembly of metal and composite components for aircraft manufacturers. The Innotech-Execaire Aviation Group offers a full range of airline and corporate aircraft maintenance, modification, avionics, sales, interior refurbishment, flight management, and ground support including refuelling. The group operates from eleven airports across Canada. The Commercial Core Group encompasses IMP's extensive industrial marine supply operations in Atlantic Canada and the Eastern Seaboard of the U.S.A., as well as Can-Med Surgical Supplies, Aerospace Machining Centre, foundry and other manufacturing operations. IMP's corporate portfolio includes CanJet Airlines, the Moscow Aerostar Hotel in Russia, the Holiday Inn Select Halifax Centre, Nova Scotia, and the Oak Island Resort & Spa located on Nova Scotia's South Shore. IMP Solutions is a also a division of IMP Group Ltd., providing network infrastructure, advanced development and integration, application hosting and product procurement."]
page[105]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_CL.asp","Citilink","Brief portrait Asian low cost airline Citilink","Citilink is a brand new service from Garuda Indonesia, that connects some cities point-to-point using Fokker F-28 Aircraft. Citilink primarily serves some routes that have not been served by Garuda Indonesia. The nature of the service provided by Citilink is quite different if compared with regular Garuda Indonesia Flight, because it's intended to optimized the F-28 operations and to perform a low cost operation system. The result of this program could be enjoy by end user in terms of lower Airfare. Citilink provides a simple, easy, and affordable booking and confirmation service that can be accessed through a toll-free call center number or via their website. The simplicity of Citilink also reflected on the way customer can pay with, either using the Citilink Prepaid Card (will be available soon) or via the Internet using a Credit Card. Garuda Indonesia itself is the national airline of the Republic of Indonesia and is currently one hundred per cent owned by the Indonesian Government. Garuda Indonesia has played a vital role in this success story and still regards itself as an agent of development. The airline is fully committed to helping Indonesia achieve “Tinggal Landas” or take-off point in its drive towards First-World status. Specially, Garuda is actively supporting the Indonesian government’s policy of lessening reliance on oil revenues by the promotion and development of tourism and export air freight. Garuda has long been a driving force behind the remarkable development of tourism in Indonesia; providing access from major overseas markets to all parts of the archipelago; simulating travel through vigorous promotion; and pioneering development of tourist facilities, through its sister company, Aerowisata, througout the country."]
page[106]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_CS.asp","City-Shuttle","Brief portrait European low cost airline City-Shuttle","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]

page[107]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_DB.asp","Deutsche BA","Brief portrait European low cost airline Deutsche BA","The Deutsche BA (Deutsche BA Luftfahrtgesellschaft mbH) was founded in Friedrichtshafen in 1992. The following year the company started charter flights to Greece, Spain, Ireland and Turkey for German travel organizations. Deutsche BA moved their headquarters and the “Jet Technik” maintenance shop to the new airport of München in 1994. At that time, the airline employed 655 people and transported 1.8 million passengers yearly. During the initial years, the airline mainly operated Boeing 737-300 aircrafts. In 1995, however, they received the first Saab 2000 airplane, which they operated on the new München – London Gatwick route as of March 26th. Their 737 fleet was increased to nine (9) in 1996. Deutsche BA introduced a new service concept in 1997 and simplified their fares structure. At the same time they presented their new corporate identity. DBA’s new concept was well received and was selected as “the product of the year” by the DM magazine. In the mean time the company employed more than 700 people and showed an increase of passengers to 2.8 million a year. DBA was growing fast and by the end of the 20th century their fleet consisted of 18 Boeing 737-300 aircrafts, of which the last two were flown in from Seattle in 1999. With an average age of 1.5, DBA had one of the most modern fleet in the world. The number of employees exceeded the 800 marker and more than 3 million passengers were flown each year. Also a new pilot and crew training centre was opened and a frequent flyer program was introduced. The airline was elected for the second time in a row by the readers of the Capital magazine as the cheapest, the timeliest airline with the best service. In 2000, the DBA expended their flights to and from Spain. The “Kundenmonitor Deutschland 1999” rated the DBA as the airline with the best price-service service, the magazine Business Traveller rated them as the best German airline and the readers of the Wirtschaftswoche selected the Deutsche BA as the best German airline of the year. The DBA renewed their official “partnership” with the Government in 2001 for the transportation of government officials, about 2000 a week. A newly designed website (www.deutsche-ba.de) was rolled out in that same year and DBA’s on-board magazine appeared with an increased circulation, while it was renamed to “on time”. With an ‘on time’ record of 99.9% in 2002, the Deutsche BA showed their ability to operate their flights according to schedule. With the start of the new financial year, the DBA changed their corporate strategy by introducing their “Low Fare Airline” concept, with even lower fare structures and without restrictions, while maintaining their current service level. With 130 flights a day, the DBA focuses itself on the German domestic market."]

page[108]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_EA.asp","Express Airways","Brief portrait European low cost airline Express Airways","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[109]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_EJ.asp","easyJet","Brief portrait European low cost airline easyJet","easyJet is one of Europe's leading low-cost airlines. Since its first flight in November 1995, the airline has grown from a Luton base offering two routes from Luton to Glasgow and Edinburgh, served by two Boeing 737 aircraft, to an airline offering 40 routes from 16 European destinations and flying 26 737 series aircraft. easyJet is majority owned by the Haji-Ioannou family. Stelios Haji-Ioannou also controls other separate easyGroup companies such as easyInternetCafe, easyCar.com, easyMoney, and easyValue. There are no 'cross-shareholdings' between easyJet and these other easyGroup companies, although some 'cross-marketing' agreements do exist. The airline is based at easyLand, a bright orange building adjacent to the main taxiway at Luton Airport. In an industry where corporate HQs are generally considered to be the ultimate status symbol, it is the very embodiment of the easyJet low-cost ethos. easyJet keeps costs low by eliminating the unnecessary costs and 'frills' which characterise 'traditional' airlines. This is done in a number of ways, namely by use of the Internet to reduce distribution costs, maximise the utilisation of the substantial assets, direct sell only, ticketless travel, no free lunch, use the most appropriate airports, one kind of aircraft and through paperless operations. easyJet currently has four main operating bases - London Luton, Liverpool, Geneva, and Amsterdam. It is a truly European operation and was one of the few airlines to take advantage of the reforms offered by the single European aviation market. easyJet, which employs almost 1,600 people, currently has 18 Boeing 737-300 aircraft and seven Boeing Next Generation 737-700s. In March 2000, easyJet placed an order for 17 brand new Boeing 737-700 aircraft for delivery by the end of 2004. This was in addition to an existing order for 15 of the same kind of aircraft. The first aircraft of this type was delivered in October 2000. By 2004, allowing for some retirements, the airline will have a total of 48 aircraft and price protection rights on a further 30. By this time the average age of the aircraft in the fleet will be less than four years, making it one of the youngest in the world. easyJet favours an informal company culture with a very flat management structure, which eliminates unnecessary and wasteful layers of management. All office-based employees are encouraged to dress casually. Ties are banned - except for pilots! Remote working and 'hot-desking' have been characteristics of easyJet since the beginning."]

page[110]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_FA.asp","Freedom Air","Brief portrait Australian low cost airline Freedom Air","Freedom Air is a 'value-based' airline with the idea to provide a safe, reliable, no frills air service, of offering competitively priced airfares. They give savings to the end user - the traveler, and have worked hard to reduce the cost charged by all their suppliers. An example is that Freedom Air does not provide a meal and has also reduced the cost of travel documentation, by providing ticketless travel - keeping documentation to a minimum and the travel process simple. Freedom Air's philosophy is to offer everyone the freedom to travel to exciting destinations at a price within their reach, to make travel more affordable for more people. They offer both international and domestic flight schedules. Current offerings include direct flights between Auckland and the Gold Coast, the Hunter Region, Wellington and Christchurch. Their international flight schedule also services the 'heartland' cities of New Zealand offering regular flights between Hamilton, Palmerston North and Dunedin to Australia's great cities - Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and the Gold Coast. While Freedom Air's prices are turning the dream of air travel into reality for thousands of people, it is not at the expense of efficient and friendly service. Their crew are one of the best in the business - trained professionals who understand just how important a friendly, smiling face and a helping hand can be."]
page[111]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_FL.asp","Fair Link","Brief portrait Asian low cost airline Fair Link","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[112]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_FR.asp","Frontier Airlines","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline Frontier Airlines","Frontier Airlines commenced operations on July 5, 1994. The new airline took advantage of three unique windows of opportunity: A major airline's dramatic downsizing of its Denver operations, leaving service gaps in various major markets; The construction of Denver International Airport, which replaced Denver's heavily congested Stapleton Airport; The availability of several key executives from the former Frontier Airlines, who created a senior management team with long-term experience in the Denver market. Frontier is an affordable fare airline that provides service to 37 cities from its Denver hub. The airline is the second largest jet carrier of Denver International Airport with an average of 170 daily system-wide departures and arrivals. Service features include advanced seat assignments, electronic ticketing, curb side check-in and “EarlyReturns”, Frontier's frequent flyer plan. Frontier currently operates a fleet of 34 aircraft including 17 136-passenger Boeing 737-300 jets, five smaller 737-200s and 12 132-passenger Airbus 319 jets. Frontier's schedules, fares and seat availability are displayed in all four of the global distribution systems (GDS). The airline offers e-ticketing services via these distribution systems, including Worldspan, Amadeus, Galileo and Sabre. Frontier utilizes other means of electronic distribution, including on-line travel agencies, traditional travel agencies and its own Web site. Frontier offers all its seats at various discount fares, and unlike most other airlines, passengers are not required to stay over a Saturday night prior to their return trip in order to receive most of Frontier's low fares. The lowest available fares for the airline are always offered on the airline's web site. EarlyReturns Frontier recently announced its own frequent flyer program, EarlyReturns, which offers one of the fastest reward programs in the industry. EarlyReturns award redemptions include a free round-trip flight anywhere on Frontier's route system at just 15,000 miles. Members earn one mile for every mile flown on Frontier, plus additional mileage with program partners including other airlines, hotels, credit card and car rental agencies. The program also features two tier levels of benefits that include bonus mileage, priority boarding and special on-board amenities. FlyAways Frontier FlyAways is a new vacation package program developed by Denver-based Frontier Airlines and Tempe-based Planet Earth Exploration, LLC. FlyAways packages are customized for the individual and include air, car rental or ground transportation and a selection of hotels. The packages range from fly/drive packages in most Frontier cities to complete vacation packages in select Frontier cities. Corporate Business Frontier offers a corporate discount program to small, medium and large businesses and recently signed its 8,000th corporate account. Small and medium sized businesses can receive on-line access to corporate rebates, direct booking capabilities and reporting information about their company's travel and accounting history with Frontier. Spirit of the West An adaptation of Frontier's marketing theme - 'The Spirit of the West' - is seen in the 21-foot-high decals of wildlife on the tails of its jets. Bobcats, elk, moose, pelicans and wolves are just a few examples of the animals that adorn the tails of Frontier's aircraft."]

page[113]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_GJ.asp","GoodJet","Brief portrait European low cost airline GoodJet","Goodjet is a small Swedish low-cost and efficient airline, whose whole structure is aimed at being able to offer their customers the lowest possible air fares. This means, among others, that customers book tickets via the Internet, they have fewer employees and your tickets are cheaper. As a low-fare company, they are, of course, continually trying to keep their prices down wherever they can. But one thing is for certain, Goodjet will never make any compromises when it comes to safety. With Goodjet, you only pay for what everyone wants. Anything else costs a bit extra. That means you have to pay for food and drink, which lots of people really don't consider to be so important on short flights. But that also keeps down the cost of our tickets. Goodjet flies to various destinations every day of the week and several times a day. You can find cheap flights at any time, whatever time of year you want to travel. You don't even need to think about having to be away on a Saturday night. Goodjet domestic! Goodjet will start to fly domestic routes in Sweden as of the 25th of October 2002 and nothing will be the same in the Swedish airspace! To start with, one will fly for Goodjet-prices which are completely new to the Swedish traveller, business or pleasure. The service and security is of course at highest standards as usual with Goodjet. Since April 2002, Goodjet has been flying passengers to France at ticket prices that are well 50-60% below the ordinary airlines prices. And now - Goodjet starts to compete on the domestic market as well. They will operate domestic flights at least five times on Monday through Friday and during weekends a bit fewer due to lower demand. Prices are extremely competitive and may be compared to other transportation means and if you're a frequent flyer - go for one of their punch cards or annual passes - Goodcard. More information can be found on Goodjet’s website. GoodJet went bankrupt at the end of 2002."]
page[114]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_GL.asp","GOL","Brief portrait S. American low cost airline GOL","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[115]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_GM.asp","Germania","Brief portrait European low cost airline Germania","With the acquisition of the new Boeing 737-700 models in the summer of 1995, it became apparent that, with the delivery of the 12 new airplanes in 1998, Germania Fluggesellschaft mbH would operate the youngest and most modern fleet on the market. Germania – started on the German holiday charter market in 1978 with Caravelle aircraft and has obtained much experienced on the vacation charter market since. Their main offices were located in Cologne(Köln)-Bonn in Germany. The original three Caravelle’s were replaced with two Boeing 727-100’s in the winter of 1983. With the delivery of the first Boeing 737-300’s in 1986/1987 a new business philosophy was introduced, which also led to a new company image. The planned move of Germania’s main office to Berlin Schönefeld did not take place because of the interference of and the constant flow of new rules and conditions from the local Brandenburger Government. With the move of Germania’s aircraft maintenance division from Cologne-Bonn to Berlin-Tegel in 1991, Berlin-Tegel became the company’s main base in 1993. Major technical maintenance activities are performed in close co-operation with British Airways in London and Lufthansa’s technical division in Berlin-Schönefeld. Already since 1993 Germania flies the so called 'Beamten-Shuttle' (Government Shuttle) between Cologne(Köln)-Bonn and Berlin-Tegel, of which the first 3 years by themselves and, since 1996 together with the Deutsche BA. Currently the destination for the “Beamten-Shuttle” is Berlin-Schönefeld and is the shuttle operated in co-operation with other German airlines between the old and the new Capital city. In order to set Berlin up as the main home base, meetings/discussions had to be conducted with the employees: Are the employees in Cologne moving with the company to Berlin, or does Germania has to start “new” with new employees? The decision was to start from scratch, both for Cockpit- and Cabin-crew as well as the administration section. Germania was without any doubt one of the first companies that employed very motivated people from the eastern part of Berlin, while it has its offices and main operations on the western part of Berlin. For both sides, the first view years were certainly a learning and challenging experience, which neither parties wanted to miss. The number of airline passengers in Berlin increased and, next to Cologne (Köln) and Berlin, Germania inaugurated new bases in Leipzig, Erfurt, Dresden, Münster, Hamburg, Stuttgart and Nürnberg. After the 12 brand new Boeing 737-700’s aircraft were ordered in the summer of 1995, new opportunities in the co-operation between the travel organizations and the airline came within reach. The arrival of the first new airplane on March 16th 1998 in Berlin-Tegel caused some commotion. First of all because the delivery of this first machine was delayed with five months and all concerned were glad to see that Boeing apparently solved there production problems. Secondly because the aircraft carrying production number 28099 set a world record in the 60-80 tons aircraft category, when it arrived at 10:53AM in Berlin by flying non-stop from Seattle (USA) to Berlin-Tegel in 9 hours and 27 minutes effective flying-time, covering a distance of 8345 kilometer. On top of that, the airplane was wearing the new “TUI color scheme” instead of the standard Germania color scheme, which attracted many spotters. During 1998 another two new aircraft from the same production line were bought, so that the fleet exists out of 14 B737-700’s. Three of these airplanes are flying in the so called 'TUI color scheme' and, in the mean time, another six aircraft carry color schemes of various travel organizations. The latter six aircraft are rented out to LTU, but are flying with a Germania crew and are maintained by Germania. Five more aircraft are flying the white-green Germania color scheme for the Berliner Flug Ring (BFR) and for TUI. The thirteen Boeing 737-300s were replaced with the new aircraft in 1998. Two of them were sold, nine were rented out to an Irish leasing company and the remaining two just left the fleet recently."]
page[116]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_GO.asp","Go fly","Brief portrait European low cost airline Go fly","Go was born when growth in budget European airlines prompted British Airways to start its own low-cost, no frills operator. Wolff Olins developed the strategy, name and brand for the new company. With 24 European destinations, and up to eight flights a day, Go has exceeded its plans for both routes and passengers. 92% of Go customers recommend the airline to friends, family and colleagues. When, in June 2001, British Airways sold the airline to 3i, it brought a return of £100 million on a £25 million investment in only three years. At that time, Go showed a pre-tax profit of £4 million, having broken even in three years, one year less than expected. In under two years in the mid 90s the market share of budget airlines grew from nothing to 5%. No frills operators based in the UK and Ireland built businesses proving that a formula based on low costs and no extras could work. These included names such as easyJet, Ryanair, Virgin Express and Debonair. Recognizing the potential of this market, British Airways decided to set up a business to compete with the budget operators. The new airline would be a separate company with its own name, identity, management and employees. Go was based on a proposition that was basic but fun. In place of the corporate and national dignity common to high-end airlines, Go was to have the chic retail appeal of a high street innovator. Wolff Olins was appointed to create the name and identity for the airline in association with HHCL, a leading UK advertising agency. They determined the elements that would communicate the personality and values needed to enter the market in line with their strategic advice. The new airline’s name and brand reflect its objectives and values – to save travelers time and money so that they can just ‘Go’ wherever they want, without fuss or bother. The brand is fresh, simple and direct but not crudely cost-conscious or down market like some of its competitors. Cost airlines need to inspire confidence and enthusiasm to a higher degree even than high-end airlines. Other factors that were kept in mind were that the name should be pronounceable and understood throughout Europe and that it should encapsulate the attitude of economy and should emphasize the company’s core offer through clear, unfussy typography. Like Orange and First Direct before it, Go is another Wolff Olins brand that has transformed its market, forcing a higher quality customer offer onto a complacent and poorly differentiated sector. Go has been bought by easyJet during the second half of 2002."]
page[117]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_GS.asp","Globespan","Brief portrait European low cost airline Globespan","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[118]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_GW.asp","German Wings","Brief portrait European low cost airline German Wings","Germanwings is a subsidiary of Eurowings Luftverkehrs AG. Germanwings is the first German economy airline, located in an attractive area at Cologne/Bonn Airport. They have their own area in Terminal 1/Gate C at the resident airport Cologne/Bonn. The airline goes to the start with a young fleet of state-of-the-art aircraft and a team of employees with excellent qualifications promise to lift you off your feet. There are five A319 Airbuses awaiting you. They are all equipped with the latest technology has to offer – not only in terms of safety, but also as regards fuel consumption and noise levels. By economising drastically in all administrative and accounting processes and thanks to a rigid, efficient execution of all operations on the ground and on board Germanwings was able to offer their passengers flights at extremely attractive economy prices while retaining guaranteed high safety standards. Their philosophy is that it must be possible to offer flights designed to bring passengers directly and punctually to the heart of the European metropolis and still be economical. Germanwings is a product of this concept, being economical, reliable, honest and transparent. Their pricing philosophy is to fly all over Europe for as little as €19, including tax and surcharges. This means without the trimmings (no standard refreshments included in the price of the ticket, no First and Business Class categories, no travel agency fees, no costs for reservation systems, etc.), and you pay for the flight only. Germanwings introduced a sales kiosk on board, where one can purchase beverages and snacks at reasonable prices. All passengers fly at the same reasonable rates and in the same comfort. Passengers book their flights themselves, quickly and simply via the Internet, by telephone or directly over the counter. Efficient planning ensures that their aircraft are booked up to full capacity. Passengers contribute to this success by means of the early booking savings system: you are rewarded with particularly attractive economy prices for committing yourself to an early booking on a certain flight. Germanwings does not compromise on their high standards in all areas of safety: on their staff’s qualifications, the equipment of their modern fleet and the technical monitoring system."]

page[119]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_HL.asp","Hapag-Lloyd Express","Brief portrait European low cost airline Hapag-Lloyd Express","Hapag-Lloyd Express is wholly owned by TUI AG, the world's largest travel and tourism business. TUI has a long history of quality service to travellers in Europe: it operates 88 aircraft of its own, has 22 million customers, 81 tour operator brands, 285 hotels and 150,000 beds. Hapag-Lloyd Express is therefore no ordinary new business - it is backed by a major global company with substantial experience in the aviation and tourism industries. Hapag-Lloyd Express offers point-to-point, high frequency, scheduled flights (Note that Hapag-Lloyd Flug is a charter airline, flying routes mainly to leisure destinations. The only link between these two businesses is the name, and a common ownership. They are run by different management teams and serve different consumer groups and markets.). The headquarters of Hapag-Lloyd Express are currently at Hanover Airport. Their main operational hub is at the modern and convenient airport Cologne/Bonn, where Hapag-Lloyd Express operates from Terminal 2. TUI AG, a group undergoing dynamic change The change undergone by Preussag AG in becoming the world's largest tourism Group was completed on 26 June 2002 with its change of name to TUI AG. The vision of the former commodity oriented company to build up the tourism growth market into its core business activity has thus been realised in a remarkably short time. The vision to provide 'holidays from a single source' arose in the middle of the Nineties along with the will to create an integrated Group from the best tourism companies in Europe. Today, through the acquisition of strong brands and collaboration with strategic partners, TUI covers over 90 per cent of the European tourism market. Their World of TUI master brand is the strategic link for all of the companies and an identifier for customers, employees, business partners and shareholders. The companies in TUI AG cover all stages of the tourism value chain. From travel agencies to tour operators and airlines, right through to hotels and incoming agencies, customers can rely on a commitment to quality inspiring the whole TUI Group throughout the world with great success. In addition to TUI, the best known brands in TUI AG include the brands of the former Thomson Travel Group in the UK, now called TUI UK (Thomson, Crystal, Lunn Poly), the former Scandinavian Fritidsresor group, now called TUI Nordic (Fritidsresor, Star Tour, TEMA), and the airlines Hapag–Lloyd Flug and Britannia. The Group portfolio is complemented by the logistics division operated by Hapag–Lloyd AG and the energy division with its oil and gas production business."]

page[120]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_IE.asp","Island Express","Brief portrait European low cost airline Island Express","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[121]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_IJ.asp","I-Jet (Interstate Jet)","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline I-Jet (Interstate Jet)","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[122]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_IS.asp","InterSky","Brief portrait European low cost airline InterSky","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]

page[123]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_JB.asp","JetBlue Airways","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline JetBlue Airways","David Neeleman, the founder of jetBlue , is well known in airline circles. In a few years Morris Air was taken to such a considerable success that it was bought by a mighty competitor, Southwest Airlines. After his time at Morris Air, Neelman continued to be a success at Southwest, where he developed a reservations system. He has also been helping the Canadian airline West Jet in setting up their operation. However, the ambition of having his own airline stayed with him and in 1998 his dream became reality. First he needed to find investors willing to come up with the sum of $130 million, an amount which had never been raised before for starting up an airline. Another phase in the plan was the choice of aircraft: only factory-fresh aircraft were to be considered, and the choice fell in favor of Airbus. jetBlue Airways took to the air on February 11, 2000 with the inauguration of services between New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Fort Lauderdale (FL). Days later, services to Buffalo were added. Tampa was added soon afterwards and as further aircraft were delivered, services were being built up. The airline now serves 17 cities around the USA with a fleet of 17 brand new, environmentally friendly, Airbus A320 aircraft, fitted with roomy all-leather seats, each equipped with a television offering 24 channels of DIRECTV programming."]
page[124]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_JG.asp","JetsGo Airlines","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline JetsGo Airlines","Canada's new discount airline Jetsgo, offering consumers low cost, no frills domestic travel, was launched on June 12th 2002. Jetsgo offers consumers in Eastern Canada simple, discount air travel between Toronto, Montreal, Halifax, Winnipeg and Vancouver. They are offering no frills domestic service in Eastern Canada - a market where there is no true discount carrier on any high volume routes. Jetsgo believes that all consumers, including people traveling on business, are looking for a simple, economical way to travel. Similar to the Southwest Airlines model, Jetsgo operates one type of aircraft to reduce costs. The Jetsgo fleet features three Boeing MD-83 aircraft, with a capacity of 160 seats per plane. The airline plans to add a fourth plane in the fall of 2002. Jetsgo offers travelers value, savings and convenience. It has no lounges, no tickets, and no complimentary food and beverage service. Consumers book their tickets online, by phone or through a travel agent, and receive a confirmation number that they use to check-in at the airport. Food and beverages are sold on the aircraft, allowing passengers to select and pay for the services they want. Jetsgo is a smiling airline with a can-do attitude. They are a simple airline to book, to board and to fly. And they will have the lowest fare in the marketplace - no matter where we fly. 'If we go there, we will be the lowest'."]
page[125]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_JT.asp","Jet2","Brief portrait European low cost airline Jet2","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[126]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_JX.asp","JEX (JAL Express)","Brief portrait Asian low cost airline JEX (JAL Express)","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[127]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_JZ.asp","Jazz","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline Jazz","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]

page[128]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_KU.asp","Kulula","Brief portrait African low cost airline Kulula","Kulula is South Africa's new 'no frills' airline bringing a new era of affordable air travel for all. 'kulula' means 'Easy' in Zulu - the perfect name for a frills-free airline that is easy to afford, easy to book and easy to fly. Launched August 2001, Kulula is the fuss-free alternative to conventional travel. With exceptionally low fares, online booking and easy check-in, Kulula is flying made easy for everyone. Kulula is a Comair Limited company. Kulula offers frequent flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town and between Johannesburg and Durban. Travelers always get the friendliest service and a total commitment to quality, safety and punctuality."]

page[129]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_LF.asp","Low Fare Jet","Brief portrait European low cost airline Low Fare Jet","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]

page[130]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_MA.asp","Mama Air","Brief portrait European low cost airline Mama Air","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[131]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_MR.asp","Meridiana","Brief portrait European low cost airline Meridiana","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[132]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_MS.asp","Monarch Scheduled","Brief portrait European low cost airline Monarch Scheduled","The Monarch group is one of the best established names in British aviation. When our businesses were founded in 1967, they had only 146 staff; today they employ over 2,800 highly-trained personnel. Probably the best-known part of the Monarch group is Monarch Airlines - with its fleet of 21 modern aircraft. The company has two divisions: 1. Monarch - the largest independent charter airline in the UK 2. Monarch Scheduled - providing low cost, convenient flights with direct online booking. Monarch is all about giving quality, value and choice - the hallmarks of the Monarch group. Together, the two divisions of Monarch Airlines carry around five million passengers to nearly 100 leading destinations every year. Monarch Airlines was launched in 1967. In 1968 the maiden flight, on a Bristol 175 Britannia, flew from Luton, the new airline's base. Monarch Scheduled started in 1986 and gives you low cost, convenient flights that you can book direct - either here on the website, by telephone, or alternatively by contacting your travel agent. Their affordable prices aren't the only benefit. Monarch Scheduled is committed to providing a quality service, with experienced, professional staff who are amongst the best trained and most courteous in the industry. You'll enjoy delicious hot food - there's a four course meal with specially selected wine or a Bucks Fizz on breakfast flights, complimentary drinks and excellent in-flight shopping, as well as the latest film releases, newspapers and refreshing hot towels. What's more, you can be safe in the knowledge that you're flying with the latest aircraft, cared for by highly-qualified technical staff. Monarch Scheduled flights depart from London Luton and Manchester airports with a range of destinations, such as Alicante, Faro, Gibraltar, Malaga, Menorca, Tenerife and Palma. Monarch has been running scheduled flights for nearly 17 years. They've got more experience than almost any of the other 'low cost' operators - no wonder we do things rather differently! Their success is all about responding to customer needs - realising that people want to fly at the times most convenient to them, and be free to organise their own accommodation. For nearly 17 years, they've met those requirements - and added value, quality and customer service."]
page[133]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_MT.asp","My Travel Lite","Brief portrait European low cost airline My Travel Lite","MyTravel Group plc launched MyTravelLite as the new name for its low fares airline on August 7th 2002, with Birmingham International Airport as its operating base. MyTravelLite will offer the lowest fares to the most popular destinations, on comfortable aircraft, from the region's largest and most convenient airport - a winning formula with the biggest winner being air passengers in the Midlands. The first scheduled flights started on October 1st with prices as low as £19 one-way, inclusive of taxes. MyTravelLite initially operates two Airbus 320 aircraft to five destinations from Birmingham International Airport: Two more Airbus 320 aircraft will arrive in April 2003. Aircraft and crews are supplied by MyTravel Airways - one of the UK's largest leisure airline. MyTravelLite has taken their highly efficient operation and created a high utilisation flying programme which delivers lower costs than either easyJet or go. Looking for a wider choice of holidays? MyTravelLite offers you the cheapest way to get away, but if you’re looking for the ultimate range of holidays brought to you by the UK’s leading brands, then look no further than MyTravel.com. This site offers an exciting range of holidays from many of MyTravel Group’s tour operators and includes everything from city breaks to ski holidays, Caribbean cruises to self catering family breaks in the Mediterranean. About our parent company MyTravelLite is a trading division of Airtours international Airways Ltd (t/a MyTravel Airways), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of MyTravel Group plc, one of the world's leading holiday and leisure groups."]
page[134]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_MW.asp","Midwest Express","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline Midwest Express","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]

page[135]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_NO.asp","Norwegian Air Shuttle","Brief portrait European low cost airline Norwegian Air Shuttle","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]

page[136]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_RA.asp","Ryanair","Brief portrait European low cost airline Ryanair","Founded in May 1985, Ryanair quickly became a competitor to Air Lingus on its regional services and flights to Great Britain when it began operations back in 1985 with the launch of a daily flight on a 15 seats turbo-prop Bandeirante aircraft between Waterford Airport in the South East of Ireland and London Gatwick. Now, no airline has served more points in Ireland, nine airports in all at one time, than Ryanair. The company has a commitment to low fare air travel and making air travel affordable for everybody, not just rich people. The Dublin-London route had stagnated at about 1 million passengers per annum between 1975 and 1985, and was then characterized by some of the highest air fares in Europe. Prior to Ryanair, the normal airfare between Dublin and London in 1985 was £209 for a return flight. Ryanair began services on the 23rd of May 1986, with two turbo-prop BA 748 aircraft and an introductory launch fare of £94.99 for a return flight. Air travel between Dublin and London would never be the same again. Ryanair was the first European airline specifically set up to offer low fares on short-haul intra-European routes. Over the next three years ('87 to '89) Ryanair expanded rapidly, opening many new routes between Ireland and the UK, increasing the fleet by adding BAC 1-11 jets, and ATR 42 turbo-prop aircraft. Whilst customers continue to flock to Ryanair for the low airfares, costs were not controlled, and the company continued to make losses. Under new management, a major overhaul of the airline was undertaken in 1990/91 and Ryanair was to be repositioned as the very first new breed of 'low fares/no frills' airlines, adapting the formula so successfully pioneered by Southwest Airlines in the USA. Non profitable routes were eliminated, the network was cut back from 19 to just 5 routes, the turbo-prop aircraft were disposed of, and airfares across the remaining network were substantially reduced with 70% for all seats offered at the two lowest fares. On Dublin-London for example, a new promotional fare of just £69 return was launched, which stimulated a whole new era of growth for Ryanair. Starting from March 1994 the fleet was completely changed over from BAC one-elevens to Boeing 737s. Ryanair UK was set up in 1995 as a wholly-owned subsidiary and operates from Stansted as a low cost airline. It had put established British airlines under pressure. Despite this success, Ryanair remained committed to driving down airfares, increasing frequencies and maximizing the number of low fare seats available to both business and leisure passengers. Ryanair was competing head to head with many of Europe's biggest airlines including British Airways, SAS, Alitalia, Lufthansa, Air France, and Aer Lingus, but by offering an unbeatable package of low fares, on-time flights, high frequencies, and friendly in-flight services, Ryanair was continuing to succeed and win increasing public and customer support. Secondary airports in the general area of business centers are the main destinations; this helps to keep operating cost as low as possible, and allows the ticket prices to be particularly attractive to passengers. The continued expansion of Ryanair's routes will reinforce Ryanair's position as the second largest airline in the UK, and by far and away Europe's largest low fares airline, bringing the total network to over 45 destinations across 11 countries, served with a fleet of 31 aircraft and with 1,400 people. In the coming 12 months Ryanair expects to carry over 7 million passengers, many of whom will profit from the lowest airfares in Europe by booking them directly at www.Ryanair.com. Over the years the fleet of secondhand 737-200 has been built up, but a switch to factory fresh 737-800s began in march 1999."]

page[137]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_SA.asp","SkyNet Asia Airways","Brief portrait Asian low cost airline SkyNet Asia Airways","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[138]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_SE.asp","Sky Europe","Brief portrait European low cost airline Sky Europe","SkyEurope Airlines is the first low-cost, low-fare airline in Central Europe based on the successful models of low-cost carriers in the US and the EU. The mission of SkyEurope Airlines is to provide affordable, low-priced and safe air transportation to everyone as an alternative to other airlines and ground transportation. Low-fare flying can compete not only with the traditional airlines, but with railways, buses and cars as well. The concept of a low-cost carrier may be well adapted to Central and Eastern Europe, where the fares are still high. This has been just one of the several reasons why EU investors have decided to develop the first central European low-cost airline in Slovakia. The airline will fight in the same manner for the pleasure of its passengers as its investors did to be first in the market. The permanent low fares are what makes SkyEurope so unique, with fares 30% cheaper on average than the traditional airlines, with simple and flexible tariffs and minimum restrictions. SkyEurope Airlines can provide the same quality of air transportation as traditional airlines, however for very competitive fares, because of lower operational costs. Only required services are being paid by the passenger, and the airline invests in the really important items - modern aircraft and their regular maintenance, experienced pilots and cabin crew, high profile ground staff, modern IT solutions for simple reservations, flight safety and effective company organization. SkyEurope Airlines intends to offer direct flights to important destinations in European Union countries in addition to their domestic flights. Therefore, flight operations are being launched with scheduled flights between Bratislava and Košice, Bratislava and Zurich, and other routes to Western Europe, such as Paris, London or Brussels, are to be opened during 2003. SkyEurope Airlines shall provide its passengers with detailed information on new services in advance to maintain their ability to make a proper and reliable schedule for their trips."]
page[139]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_SJ.asp","Scandjet","Brief portrait European low cost airline Scandjet","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[140]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_SK.asp","Snalskjutsen","Brief portrait European low cost airline Snalskjutsen","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[141]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_SM.asp","SkyMark","Brief portrait Asian low cost airline SkyMark","Brief portrait on this low cost carrier still to be provided."]
page[142]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_SP.asp","Spirit Airlines","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline Spirit Airlines","Spirit Airlines, currently based in Eastpointe, Michigan, just outside Detroit was founded in 1980 as a tour operator under the name Charter One, whose first flights were daytrips from Chicago's O'Hare Airport to gaming capital Atlantic City. Charter One began offering Atlantic City daytrips from Boston soon after and gradually increased the frequency of service, eventually adding daily service from Detroit and Providence. In 1984 Charter One inaugurated popular daytrip flights to the Bahamas. The initial flights operated from Boston, but additional flights from Chicago and Detroit were soon added. In 1986 and 1987 shopping daytrips to Bermuda and two night stays in San Juan, Puerto Rico from Boston, as well as twice weekly trips to Las Vegas, Nevada were added. Charter One purchased two Convair Turboprops in 1990 and received its operating certificate on September 8, 1990, operating for the first time as a scheduled air carrier. Faced with the inability to find reliable jet carriers for its Detroit and Boston to Atlantic City flights, Charter One leased four DC-9 aircraft from Midway Airlines and began operating all its own flights on June 1, 1992. The Convair Turboprops were retired and Charter One officially changed its name to Spirit Airlines. Since 1992, Spirit has continually added and upgraded its aircraft from DC-9's to newer and larger MD-80 aircraft, in order to keep up with increasing demand for its low cost flights. Spirit operates 20 aircraft, offering service to 14 cities. During 1993 Spirit Airlines added service from Atlantic City and Detroit to several Florida vacation destinations including Ft. Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Orlando and Tampa. Seeing another opportunity especially geared to the golf market, Spirit began service to Myrtle Beach from Detroit in 1996. In 1997 flights to Myrtle Beach from, Cleveland, Boston, Atlantic City and Newark were also added. Although some of these cities are served seasonally, they have become some of Spirit's most popular flights. Spirit Airlines broke into the competitive New York market in 1998, adding service from New York's La Guardia Airport, Newark and Long Island, Islip to Myrtle Beach and several Florida destinations. Spirit moved its headquarters from Eastpointe, Michigan to Miramar, Florida after its new 56,000 square foot, state-of-the-art building was completed in November of 1999. Spirit continues its mission of targeted growth, continued success and its mission to offer low cost air travel, even while experiencing high prices for jet fuel purchases. During summer 2000, Spirit began service between Detroit and New York's LaGuardia Airport. Also in late 2000, Spirit expanded with service at Chicago's O'Hare Airport as well as Washington D.C.'s Ronald Reagan National Airport both with service to Florida destinations. In June, Spirit began heading west, by offering non-stop service from Detroit to Los Angeles. During summer, 2001, Spirit increased its East-West flying by adding non-stop between Detroit and Oakland, CA. serving the San Francisco Bay Area as well as adding flights between Chicago/O’Hare and Los Angeles. Spirit also added one-stop coast-to coast service between Ft. Lauderdale and Los Angeles, Ft. Lauderdale and Oakland, and Atlantic City and Los Angeles. Spirit grew its all jet fleet up to 24 aircraft. New nonstop service was offered in the Detroit - New York, La Guardia market during July. In November 2001, Spirit added non-stop service to San Juan, Puerto Rico from Ft. Lauderdale and one-stop from NY/LaGuardia. Spirit also added connecting service to San Juan from both Atlantic City and Detroit. Along with the new service to San Juan, Spirit also instituted a customer service plan in Spanish including a Spanish website, a Spanish language dedicated reservation line, as well as Spanish speaking flight attendants."]
page[143]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_ST.asp","Sterling Ticket","Brief portrait European low cost airline Sterling Ticket","The history dates back to the 1960's and Sterling Airways. The new Sterling was founded in 1994. Today, Sterling is a modern airline company with 450 employees and a total of 6 aircrafts. The company is owned by the two Oslo listed companies Ganger Rolf ASA and Bonheur ASA. Sterling’s mission is to operate commercial airline business on the Scandinavian market at competitive prices and frequencies to destinations in Europe with non-commercial and commercial air traffic. It is Sterling's vision to maintain a solid business ground via development and encouragement of employees and optimisation of the production facilities. Sterling wishes to be an internationally renowned airline company who guarantees a safe, reliable and quality conscious product. Sterling also wishes to accumulate financial results sufficient to secure continued development as well as secure a reasonable return on the net capital. Through the years, Sterling has developed an expertise in special flights operations, when the customer leases an entire aircraft and it is also the customer who decides destination, departure and return times as well as service on board."]
page[144]=["http://www.flylowbudgets.com/FLB_airlines/FLC_SW.asp","Southwest Airlines","Brief portrait N. American low cost airline Southwest Airlines","This famous low-cost pioneer came on the scene on 15 March 1967 under the name Air Southwest, but it