Aviation & Airports - Page 12

Fusionist · February 28th, 2007, 10:05 PM

BIA might not be the biggest or the most modern airport, but it certainly is adding a classy flair to it. Rather than going for quantity, it is adding quality. An ayurvedic massage parlour, trendy speciality coffee bar etc way to go !

Fusionist · February 28th, 2007, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by phil.froelich

Great the Air Asia is planning to operate to BIA and perhaps Weerawila in the future. Might also increase the number of sri lanka expatriates going to Malaysia...

imagine opening up a tourism corridor between Goa/Kerala to the west and Thailand/Malaysia to the east via Colombo/Weearawila ? That would be fantastic. The more air connection ( preferably budget airlines ) to touristic destinations the better. Srilankan Airlines and perhaps Mihin Air need to plan expanding more on such routes to attract more tourists.

Fusionist · February 28th, 2007, 10:29 PM

btw, we are also discussing other air routes/airlines plying to Sri Lanka in this thread. And with the launch of Mihin air we might be discussing more of that aswell. And I see this thread going on for a while, so how about a rename for this thread title which says 'The Srilankan Airlines Thread ' at the moment ?? something that is more inclusive of other airlines aswell ?? any suggestions ?

PCK · March 1st, 2007, 12:08 PM

lankan aviation thread??

sjinadasa · March 1st, 2007, 01:04 PM

Space is really scarce for BIA so they must go for quality. Any suggestions on what would be a nice addition to BIA ? Rooftop Garden like Changi Maybe :P (I can dream can't I ?)

PCK · March 1st, 2007, 02:18 PM

i heard that the toronto airport has walls made of fish tanks??? how cool is that??? wht i would really lyk to see at BIA is a much better outside...i mean the outside looks like some kinda railway station...it should be more grander..more classy!!!

phil.froelich · March 1st, 2007, 03:16 PM

They are surely not gonna improve the existing exterior of buildings...

phil.froelich · March 1st, 2007, 03:19 PM

Yeah that is adequate...

sjinadasa · March 1st, 2007, 03:45 PM

Yeah that is more suitable and maybe make this a sticky or something ?

sjinadasa · March 1st, 2007, 03:48 PM

Since This was built during the Communist eras of 60s and early 70s it looks very cheap and worn out IMO. But IIRC they said they were going to work on the Exterior Facades and a new Access road to the upper areas or something like that.

cbeboy · March 1st, 2007, 04:59 PM

Here is Mihin Lanka's website

http://www.mihinlanka.com/

The site is under construction

cbeboy · March 1st, 2007, 05:03 PM

Does anyone know about Deccan Lanka's plans... Will they fly???

lordvader · March 2nd, 2007, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by cbeboy

Does anyone know about Deccan Lanka's plans... Will they fly???

Dont think so at this stage, unfortunantly.

BTW this thread could be renamed "The Sri Lankan Aviation thread" as suggested a while back

saraprobe · March 3rd, 2007, 01:14 AM

Where is the "Paradise Road"?
Have a look, Day 1
http://www.srilankan-holidays.com/sh...TNO=SI37&IID=6

Is it like orchid road?

Fusionist · March 3rd, 2007, 01:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sjinadasa

Space is really scarce for BIA so they must go for quality. Any suggestions on what would be a nice addition to BIA ? Rooftop Garden like Changi Maybe :P (I can dream can't I ?)

Yes you can dream indeed

.. but I think a way has to be found to add another runway soon. Investing in better terminal wont get much returns unless a way can be found to increase usage. This means more flights, so a second runway. THen who knows, an all new terminal.

sjinadasa · March 3rd, 2007, 02:45 AM

Yeah, But the problem is again space if i recall correctly. Since the Airport is right in the middle of an suburb and a FTZ people don't want to give up their land, and that means not enough space for a parallel runway and with the Air force base its a near impossibility without moving the base. There was a article a while back on this.

HasanB · March 3rd, 2007, 11:32 PM

I had a question regarding sri lankan airlines, any cabin pics that ive seen show a cabin which is completely identical of Emirates older cabins, like the Emirates ageing 777-200s for example. However Emirates have moved on to much newer and better cabins like the ones they use on their A340-500s and their 777-300ERs, these include flatbed seats in business and much better seats and bigger PTVs in economy. On top of this Emirates have moved on to the new ICE entertainment system, whereby as far as i know Sri lankan still has the older system.

So does sri lankan have any plans of bringing their aircraft upto standard with Emirates?

By the way just live the livery of Srilan airlines planes...its absolutely brilliant!

lordvader · March 4th, 2007, 01:08 AM

Not sure if this is what your looking for but this article does say that they are looking at new aircraft and modernizing its fleet:

http://www.flug-revue.rotor.com/frhe...06/FR0606b.htm

Amal · March 4th, 2007, 03:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by HasanB

I had a question regarding sri lankan airlines, any cabin pics that ive seen show a cabin which is completely identical of Emirates older cabins, like the Emirates ageing 777-200s for example. However Emirates have moved on to much newer and better cabins like the ones they use on their A340-500s and their 777-300ERs, these include flatbed seats in business and much better seats and bigger PTVs in economy. On top of this Emirates have moved on to the new ICE entertainment system, whereby as far as i know Sri lankan still has the older system.

So does sri lankan have any plans of bringing their aircraft upto standard with Emirates?

By the way just live the livery of Srilan airlines planes...its absolutely brilliant!

Hasan, I think it's because SriLankan Airlines and Emirates are in a partnership and the contract is due to run out in 2008 (which is really close in airline terms). Since Emirates have the managing stake in SriLankan Airlines they are waiting for the contract to be renewed before they give the go ahead for any new purchases or refurbishments. Apparently one of the reasons the extension of the contract is being delayed is because some folks at SriLankan Airlines think that Emirates has too much control over the airline.

As for the livery, I wasn't too keen on it when it first came out, but its grown on me - I really like it now

TallBox · March 4th, 2007, 03:33 AM

UL should definitely be offering services to North America (Toronto, New York, LA) and Australia.

The expat communities there are huge... it's definitely worth the investment.

Anyway, the Government needs to upgrade CMB!! The new pier is great and all, but still a bit small and cheap-looking.

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PCK Street Soldier!! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Colombo Posts: 529 Likes (Received): 1	i heard that the toronto airport has walls made of fish tanks??? how cool is that??? wht i would really lyk to see at BIA is a much better outside...i mean the outside looks like some kinda railway station...it should be more grander..more classy!!! __________________ You Ain't Famous Until My Mother Has Heard Of You...

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saraprobe Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Sri Lanka 2011/ Melbourne Posts: 2,925 Likes (Received): 40	Sri lankan Shopping Tour Where is the "Paradise Road"? Have a look, Day 1 http://www.srilankan-holidays.com/sh...TNO=SI37&IID=6 Is it like orchid road?

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HasanB Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: London, UK Posts: 649 Likes (Received): 3	I had a question regarding sri lankan airlines, any cabin pics that ive seen show a cabin which is completely identical of Emirates older cabins, like the Emirates ageing 777-200s for example. However Emirates have moved on to much newer and better cabins like the ones they use on their A340-500s and their 777-300ERs, these include flatbed seats in business and much better seats and bigger PTVs in economy. On top of this Emirates have moved on to the new ICE entertainment system, whereby as far as i know Sri lankan still has the older system. So does sri lankan have any plans of bringing their aircraft upto standard with Emirates? By the way just live the livery of Srilan airlines planes...its absolutely brilliant! __________________ MEHFIL PAKISTAN

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February 28th, 2007, 10:05 PM	#221
Fusionist unBANNED Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 4,621 Likes (Received): 1	BIA might not be the biggest or the most modern airport, but it certainly is adding a classy flair to it. Rather than going for quantity, it is adding quality. An ayurvedic massage parlour, trendy speciality coffee bar etc way to go !

February 28th, 2007, 10:29 PM	#223
Fusionist unBANNED Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 4,621 Likes (Received): 1	btw, we are also discussing other air routes/airlines plying to Sri Lanka in this thread. And with the launch of Mihin air we might be discussing more of that aswell. And I see this thread going on for a while, so how about a rename for this thread title which says 'The Srilankan Airlines Thread ' at the moment ?? something that is more inclusive of other airlines aswell ?? any suggestions ?

March 1st, 2007, 01:04 PM	#225
sjinadasa SL Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Colombo Posts: 980 Likes (Received): 11	Space is really scarce for BIA so they must go for quality. Any suggestions on what would be a nice addition to BIA ? Rooftop Garden like Changi Maybe :P (I can dream can't I ?)

March 1st, 2007, 03:16 PM	#227
phil.froelich Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Colombo Posts: 1,789 Likes (Received): 0	They are surely not gonna improve the existing exterior of buildings...

March 1st, 2007, 03:19 PM	#228
phil.froelich Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Colombo Posts: 1,789 Likes (Received): 0	Yeah that is adequate...

March 1st, 2007, 03:45 PM	#229
sjinadasa SL Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Colombo Posts: 980 Likes (Received): 11	Yeah that is more suitable and maybe make this a sticky or something ?

March 1st, 2007, 03:48 PM	#230
sjinadasa SL Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Colombo Posts: 980 Likes (Received): 11	Since This was built during the Communist eras of 60s and early 70s it looks very cheap and worn out IMO. But IIRC they said they were going to work on the Exterior Facades and a new Access road to the upper areas or something like that.

March 1st, 2007, 04:59 PM	#231
cbeboy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,220 Likes (Received): 5	Here is Mihin Lanka's website http://www.mihinlanka.com/ The site is under construction

March 1st, 2007, 05:03 PM	#232
cbeboy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,220 Likes (Received): 5	Does anyone know about Deccan Lanka's plans... Will they fly???

March 3rd, 2007, 02:45 AM	#236
sjinadasa SL Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Colombo Posts: 980 Likes (Received): 11	Yeah, But the problem is again space if i recall correctly. Since the Airport is right in the middle of an suburb and a FTZ people don't want to give up their land, and that means not enough space for a parallel runway and with the Air force base its a near impossibility without moving the base. There was a article a while back on this.

March 4th, 2007, 01:08 AM	#238
lordvader Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 836 Likes (Received): 5	Not sure if this is what your looking for but this article does say that they are looking at new aircraft and modernizing its fleet: http://www.flug-revue.rotor.com/frhe...06/FR0606b.htm

March 4th, 2007, 03:33 AM	#240
TallBox Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Posts: 2,610 Likes (Received): 19	UL should definitely be offering services to North America (Toronto, New York, LA) and Australia. The expat communities there are huge... it's definitely worth the investment. Anyway, the Government needs to upgrade CMB!! The new pier is great and all, but still a bit small and cheap-looking.