Passenger reveals ‘disgusting’ truth about back-to-back flights with Qantas

When it comes to flying, people all hope for a smooth and comfortable journey, particularly when they choose to fly with reputed airlines that promise quality service.

But for one passenger aboard Qantas, the reality was far from expectations, not just once but on two separate occasions.


A recent complaint from a Qantas passenger has left fellow Australians feeling queasy.

The traveller, who was flying from Sydney to Brisbane and then from Darwin to Adelaide for work, shared their 'revolting' experience on two consecutive Qantas flights.

The passenger's grievances ranged from being served an 'inedible' breakfast to being seated near a leaking air conditioning vent.


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The disappointed Qantas flyer said the food was ‘inedible’. Image: Reddit


The passenger, who was understandably shocked, took to a social media page dedicated to the airline to share their experience.

They posted images of the air conditioning vent stuffed with paper napkins, a grimy closed window, and the 'soggy mess' that was served as breakfast.

'All I can say with my recent experience is EW,' they wrote.

'If you look at the breakfast closely, hash brown is a very soggy mess and it’s my first time eating an egg that doesn’t resemble any food I’ve ever ingested. Trust me it is bad.'

The passenger also shared a photo of what appears to be a curry with potatoes served in a box on their tray table.

'The breakfast was inedible and I’m not usually fussy with food,' they added.

'The potatoes were ok.'


While a few people on social media claimed they would 'smash that feed', the majority agreed that the passenger’s experience looked 'revolting'.

'This is nightmare fuel! And you pay for it!' one person commented.

'That’s uniquely bad for Qantas,' another said.

'I've had better looking meals at Taco Bell for $10, and they have refillable drinks!' a third person wrote.

Another customer chimed in with their own experience and said: 'I was sitting in my dirty seat that I paid an arm and a leg for just a few nights ago. Eating my “dinner” in a box,' they recalled.

'Then I opened the Qantas in-flight magazine to see $1,980 shoes and $45,000 watches.'


Meanwhile, just last month, Qantas was offering a $3,827 refund to a couple who claimed they sat in urine during a long Qantas flight from Bangkok to Sydney.

'All our international aircraft are cleaned between each flight, including vacuuming seats and disinfecting surfaces. We are looking into what has occurred and have raised the issue with our cleaning supplier in Bangkok, which cleaned the aircraft prior to departure,' a spokesperson said.

The recent complaints highlight the need for airlines to maintain high standards of cleanliness and food quality.

Remember, when you're next preparing for takeoff, keep a vigilant eye on the condition of your surroundings and don't hesitate to speak up if the quality isn't up to scratch.

It's in every traveller's interest to demand and receive the high standard of service you've paid for.

Key Takeaways

  • A Qantas passenger expressed disgust over the quality of service on two separate flights, detailing issues with both the food and the cleanliness of the aircraft.
  • Photos shared by the passenger show a leaking air conditioning vent stuffed with napkins, a grimy window, and unappetising meal options.
  • The customer's post on social media sparked agreement from others who also found the described conditions revolting, igniting further criticism of the airline's standards.
  • Qantas has been contacted for comment following the complaint, as the airline states it takes cleanliness seriously and previously offered a significant refund to another couple who had an unpleasant experience.

Have you had a similar experience on a flight? Share your stories with us in the comments below.
 
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Someone actually peed into their seat, that’s next level!
unbelievable! I’ve got 90 000 points to use, then I think I’ll be
finished with them too.
How the hell cxan you make use of them. I tried to get seats and they are always NOT AVALIABLE unless I am willing to pay with my money or points and money which is practically just as mush as paying it out of your own pockets. Joice made sure that not only he was screwing his customers but his frequent flyers too.
 
Qantas are not doing themselves any favours even with that useless little leprechaun Joyce gone .
He has been there for far too long and his ideas and the way he has been running Qantas is now fully entrenched. The new CEO is just a mouthpiece of what she learn during her tenure under Joice,
 
Someone actually peed into their seat, that’s next level!
unbelievable! I’ve got 90 000 points to use, then I think I’ll be
finished with them too.
Remember you can use your FF points flying with other partner airlines any of which are superior to the mess that Joyce left behind. He even had the last laugh when he somehow managed to get that latest Airbus A220 painted up in basic Irish Green at enormous cost compared to the normal QantasLink colour scheme. What a horrible little man and left us with not much better in his stead.
 
Remember you can use your FF points flying with other partner airlines any of which are superior to the mess that Joyce left behind. He even had the last laugh when he somehow managed to get that latest Airbus A220 painted up in basic Irish Green at enormous cost compared to the normal QantasLink colour scheme. What a horrible little man and left us with not much better in his stead.
I know I can use other airlines as I used them before in preference to Qantas, but how can I book a flight through them without going through Qantas first.?
 
:mad: :mad::mad: SERVANTS, really if I heard you say that on a flight I'd put your seat out on the wing.
they are not servants ....they are waiters and waitresses.... and not real good at it and think they are airline executives
 

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