But then we get an announcement about a delay - this pilot is much more clear. He's Australian I think, so easier English to understand, and no static in the speaker which also helps. Not weather related which is what I had though, given that its duper hazy out and visibility seems low, Apparently it's very common for this part of China, and especially the Beijing airport, to issue last minute air traffic restrictions, so flights end up stopped. You only get told at the last second when you ask for your final clearance. I really really hope we leave soon, as missing my Tokyo connection would really suck.
On the plus side, it's a Cathay plane, so personal entertainment system. And, now that it's august, it means a new selection of movies for me to enjoy. Though the attendants look like dragon air staff, so maybe code share?
Kinda hoping for food service soon though - just had a bottle of tea and a frappucino so far.
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Cleared for takeoff in time to catch my connection! Mainly because our flight time is due to be like an hour faster than expected. Still sitting on the tarmac though - because of the delays affecting everyone, there are like 10 planes ahead of us waiting for takeoff. Traffic jam, airport style.
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More delays taking off. Will get in to hK just as my flight or Tokyo is due to board. Apparently the next flight into Tokyo is one hour later, which would normally be fine, but now will screw up my transfer from Narita into Tokyo. Will send this asap after landing, before raising hell at the airport to fix this.
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