NZ108
SYD-AKL
Duration: 3:00 (2:35, departed late, arrived on time)
B767-300 with Winglets: ZK-NCL
C class, 5 pax / 24 seats.
Seats 2A & 2B
One hour later it was time for us to head to our gate where our 767 was waiting. Once again I choose the 767 on purpose, as this aircraft offers a C product where the A320s operating that route as well do not. And I am sure everybody agrees that travelling on a widebody aircraft is always better than on a narrow body!
At the gate, there was no priority boarding, and actually not even a dedicated line. The bridge led to a single door entrance in the front of the aircraft.
The cabin itself looked very good. Of course some things don't look fantastic on a 767, like the overhead bins for example, but still, the rest was pretty nice looking.
The seats were comfortable but slightly smaller than QF, since NZ has a six seats abreast config in the width of their 767 where our QF flight had as you know five. Seats adjust manually, and the possibilities are limited. Again the position is ok for a few hours, but tight when the seat in front of you is reclined. For that flight I was certain it would be ok, but when they use the 767 on the AKL-HKG or AKL-NRT route, it must quite a disappointment for C travellers.
There are pillows and blankets at the seats as well as noise canceling headphones. No amenity kits were available (we asked).
Our 767, with Winglets
Boarding, without priority line
C Cabin
Another view
No overhead screens
Headphones
Seat adjustment
Concerning the IFE, note that individual screens pop out of each seat but that there are no overhead screens, meaning no Airshow upon take off and landing and meaning you need to take out your screen to watch the safety demo and pack it again for take off. Not the best solution if you ask me.
The safety video was the
Hobbit inspired one. I'll get back to you on this.
The IFE is nice though, with a bunch of movies and TV shows to choose from. One can also create its own playlist, and order drinks or snack from the system. Quite smart! My watching choice went onto the Rugby World Cup finale of 1987, between France and New Zealand. I'll let you guess who won...
The system with drink and snack
Remote control, located in the armrest
Welcome screen
User guide
Playlist function "+"
Airshow
My choice
Part 2 coming up in a minute...