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Firefly Review – Episode 9: The Wing Commanderz 2009!
A flight simulator is a computer system that tries to simulate the experience of flying an airplane as closely and realistically as possible. There are different types of flight simulator ranging from video game software up to full-size cockpit replicas mounted on hydraulic, controlled by state of the art computer technology. While full motion simulators are widely used to teach pilots how to properly operate various aircraft systems under different scenarios, lower-end flight simulators are also used as entertainment, marketing and public...
read moreFirefly Review – Episode 8: Celebrate Merdeka with Firefly!
“1 Malaysia, People First, Performance Now”. 31st August is around the corner and Malaysians are in the “Merdeka” mood. There is a sense of patriotism everywhere and the air is thick with the feeling of Merdeka. Celebrating the 52nd Independece Day celebration, Firefly Airlines have came out with exciting promotions and contest just for you. ~ FIREFLY FEVER ~ First up is the “Firefly Fever!” promotion. In conjunction with the Merdeka celebration, Firefly is offering great deals for holiday packages. There are “adventure...
read moreSkyPark Subang – A Lifestyle Destination
NOTE FROM BLOGGER: This blog post was written and published on August 25th 2009. This represents my PERSONAL opinion at that time. Throughout last week, I conducted a quick survey by posting the following question on my friend’s Facebook Status: “Where can you find a one-stop center with 15 local and international Food & Beverage Outlets, live jazz band, a sports bar, three reflexology and fish spas, 2 full-sized banks, a specialty golf-shop, beauty-product kiosks, duty free shops and many more?” It’s not a surprise that 18 out...
read moreFirefly Review – Episode 7: The Making of Firefly Flight Stewardess * Part 1 *
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. “Sheila” woke up at 6am and drove down to Subang from Kuantan.. “Neeta” postponed her weekend plans and made her way to Subang accompanied by her family. “Lynn” traveled from JB with her best friend just to get another shot at her dream. Like many others, these three ladies shared a common goal, to become a flight stewardess for Firefly Airline. (Image from Firefly) For hundreds of ladies with the dream of ‘flying high’ and ‘exploring the world’, their journey to be...
read moreFirefly Review – Episode 6: Getting the Best Deals!
In this week’s post, I would like to share my own experience, ‘tips-and-tricks’ in getting the best deals out of Firefly Airline. Please note that these tips are from my personal experience and just like my other Firefly Reviews, it does not reflect the official view of the Airline. Have fun in trying out these tips and all the best in getting the best deals for your next air travel Tip #1 – Book Early! This is the mother of all tricks. Book your flight as early as possible. For each flight, there are seats that are set to be at...
read moreFirefly Review – Episode 5: Changi Airport Budget Terminal
In this final part of my Singapore Trip Report, I will briefly share my experience on Singapore Changi’s Budget Terminal which Firefly Airline utilize for its flights to Singapore from Subang, Ipoh, Kuala Terengganu, Kuantan, Alor Setar and Melaka. Frankly speaking, I am never a big fan of any budget terminal. In my opinion, in aviation world, the word “budget” always seems to be synonymous with basic and cheap services. When Firefly announced that they are flying to Changi Budget Terminal instead of the world class award-winnings main...
read moreFirefly Review – Episode 4: Destination Singapore
“Singapore offers experiences that are captivating beyond words”.At least that’s what written on the cover of my Singapore Guide Book. Some people call it great tourism branding but I just call it one heck of a good country to visit. I love KL, I love Malaysia but if I need a good weekend breakaway far from work and other daily stuff, I would choose Singapore definitely! The only thing I hate about my many trips to Singapore is the traveling. I used to travel by bus and I’ve tried those executive/VIP express busses and it’s...
read moreFirefly Review – Episode 3: Firefly-ing to Singapore
Never in a million years that I would had imagine myself being introduced as “Azuan the Blogger” to a group of reporters, writers and photographers! My little personal blog I started few years ago solely to improve my English are now being noticed by more just my circle of friends, and I am happy with that. Last weekend I had my first glimpse of a media/reporter’s assignment when I was invited to join a team of Malaysian media, to celebrate Firefly’s inaugural flight into Singapore. I’ve been twitter-ing about the event from my...
read moreFirefly-ing to Singapore!
Firefly, my favorite airline, will be hosting the LAUNCH EVENT OF FIREFLY FLIGHT FROM SUBANG TO SINGAPORE at the Budget Terminal Changi in Singapore on Friday 3rd July. I’ve been invited to cover the arrival ceremony and a press conference, followed with publicity party over a 2D1N stay in conjunction with the event. There will be lots and lots of fun, flying Firefly’s ATR-72 to and from Singapore (flying is always fun!), Cultural performances, Tour hosted by Singapore Tourism Board, A Publicity Firefly Party and many more! I have nothing...
read moreProtected: Firefly Review – Episode 2: Subang SkyPark
NOTE FROM BLOGGER: This blog post was written and published on Jun 29th 2009. This represents my PERSONAL opinion at that time. Welcome to the Episode 2 of my Firefly Review series. Click here if you have missed Episode 1: The Sexy ATR-72 posted here last week. This week’s episode zooms in on the home of Firefly, the Subang SkyPark. (Image by Perpustakaan Negara Malaysia) Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport or better known as Subang Airport is a place with lots of histories and memories to Malaysians. Ask any random Malaysian aged 30 and above...
read moreFirefly Review – Episode 1: The Sexy ATR-72
Welcome to AzuanZahdi.com’s first episode of a series of thematic reviews on Firefly Airline, Malaysia’s first community airline. This very first episode will look into one of the reasons why I find Firefly Airline is a better choice compared to other airlines available out there. Of course, there are many factors to consider when choosing an airline. But most of the times, people will only look at one which is Price. For this article, let’s put aside price for the time being and zoom in on my favorite factor in choosing Firefly, which...
read moreComing Soon: Firefly @ AzuanZahdi.com
Dear Guests of AzuanZahdi.com, Thank you for visiting azuanzahdi.com, my ‘little online playground’. From a humble beginning back in 2004, my blog has progressed a bit from simply ‘about me’ to include reviews on things that I enjoy in my everyday life. Although I have not been able to write as often as I planned to, I believe my posts especially over the last 1-year have been helpful to some of my guests (visitors and followers). Just to share some facts, AzuanZahdi.com on average receives about 100 hits a day from about 50 unique...
read moreA Night to Remember – The Star May12th 2009
The Night to Remember: Ride Harley, Fly Airbus programme was featured in today’s The Star (Center Spread of Metro Section). Interesting write-up by Ms Tho Xin Yi and one of the photo (kids in the bus) was taken by ME! For full report of the event, you may view this post here. Below is a snapshot of the article (click on it for larger version): An online version can be viewed here. From The Star Online Tuesday May 12, 2009 Underprivileged youngsters treated to a 25-minute flight over KL By THO XIN YI Photos courtesy of MALAYSIANWINGS I...
read moreA Night to Remember 09: Ride on Harley, Fly on Airbus
Giving back to the community or charity, to me is a simple thing; it is a basic concept that I’ve championed through my years with SIFE. Giving back is something that can be done by everyone as long as he or she has a basic courtesy and empathy for other human beings. If we do the tangible things we could to better the lives of people around us, we have already contributed to make the world a better place. While large-scale, high profile charitable organizations are very necessary and save many lives, sometimes we forget about our role and...
read moreUpdated Review on Firefly Airlines
IF YOU FIND THIS USEFUL, PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT! Since I was a little boy, flying has been something that I extremely enjoyed. The feeling of being at 35,000 feet in the air and being transported by one of the best invention ever made by human being is a sensational feeling. Despite not able to fulfill my dream of becoming a commercial airliner pilot, I still enjoy flying as a passenger. Those days back in 1990 when the PLUS highway was not a straight south-north stretch, going back to my grand parent’s house in Alor Setar was a long 6-7...
read moreHoneymoon in Greece >> Part 3
From Athens, we made our move to Santorini Island! Being an aviation fan, this post covers the flight to Santorini. ….after 1 night in Athens, we made our move for Santorini Island, our main honeymoon destination where we spent 4 days of R&R and sightseeing… This is part 2 of my Honeymoon Trip Report Part 1 can be read here and Part 2 can be read here We chose to fly instead of the 7-8 hours ferry/cruise due to the unpredictable winter weather. So we were back at Elefherios Venizelos Airport (ATH). We purchased Aegean...
read moreFirefly: JHB-SZB on the New ATR-72
Firefly Airline has become a good travel alternative for me due to its operation in SZB (Subang Airport) which is only 20km away from my home. The cheap fares have allowed me to travel to Kuala Terengganu to buy my wedding stuff, travel to JB for work and fun, and soon travel to other places for holiday as well. A year ago, i flew with Firefly for the 1st time and had a great experience. Now the great experience remains on every single flight that i took with the airline. Reliability factor was an issue at the early days of Firefly airline as...
read moreAir Asia: The Story So Far..
A nice short video/documentary. Summarized what’s Air Asia all about; cheap fare, people’s airline, strong corporate responsibility culture, and a bit of ‘sniper shot’ on MAS being the ‘friendly’ competitor. Nevertheless, this video inspires many including myself. Pround to be Malaysian ...
read moreBrand Review: The Airline grand Sale Part 2
This is a follow-up post to the first part here. Malaysia Airlines bounce back with a counter attack on both MH and Firefly. Malaysia Airlines is going to offer the free tickets to ASEAN destination as well. Bookings would be open from May 21 to June 3 for travel period between July 1 and Dec 14. Great news for me and i’ll be right in front of my pc at midnight tonight! This is cute…very cute…on today’s The Star Look normal.. Look again…yeah go figure who T.F is! hehehe I bet you, TF and AK will counter on...
read moreBrand Review: The Airline “Grand” Sale
First it was this. Malaysia Airlines (MH) start this battle in a long war with Air Asia (AK) Then it was this. AK counter attack with this offer. Then MH fires back through its subsidiary, Firefly. AK decided to bring the battle to the international stage (next year though). My judgement. The real winner are the airlines not the consumer. Yes we as consumers enjoy flying for ‘free’ but its the airlines that are filling up their aircraft with residual income as the free seats are actually the ‘leftovers’ and every...
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