Originally Posted by bcworld

OK....adapter it is...this is from the horse's mouth:

http://www.singaporeair.com/saa/en_U...ainment/pc.jsp

The 110 V AC system supports Australian 2/3-pin, European 2-pin, Japanese 2/3-pin, and US 2/3-pin plugs. A universal adapter is required for plugs that are not compatible with the system. Passengers are advised to bring along the universal adapters for use onboard during the flight.

Originally Posted by soulrebel

Great. Thanks for that. Will get myself a european adaptor then.

Originally Posted by bcworld

If you're flying on the A380 then you should be able to run the DVD player off the in seat power. Any other type of plane flying between London & Sydney only has this in business & first. Having said that the crew will often be happy to charge a battery up for you then bring it back once its done.

Originally Posted by Oliveoil

This is my first post so please be NICE! (and apologies if it is all over the show, you have too many smilies for me to cope with)

anyhoo, I am looking to fly from Manchester to Perth and have heard good things from both of the above, anyone got any pros and cons for me to consider?

Singapore is my pref but Emirates leave at better times (imo)

all tips gratefully received

Originally Posted by ray2gill

Emirates dedicated new terminal (3) opens on 14th October but not all flights will operate into and out of it immediately, as it is a staged changeover. This should however reduce the overcrowding in terminal 1.