Seating in First
Dec 20, 1999, 8:37 pm
#1
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Seating in First
What is everyone's preference of seating in First Class? I wouldn't be surprised if everyone has their preferences that differ according to the specific models of aircraft; what about a more general preference, just regarding the 4 across single-aisle style and the 6 across double-aisle style. What do you prefer? Why?
Dec 20, 1999, 9:05 pm
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Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Thornhill,ON,Can
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My preferance is the EMPTY (available) seat.
That's the only kind I can get since I am not an elite and therefore only get up front if there is an "empty" seat (using my CO "if available" coupons)
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That's the only kind I can get since I am not an elite and therefore only get up front if there is an "empty" seat (using my CO "if available" coupons)
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Dec 20, 1999, 10:15 pm
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I second Empress's preference for CP's 767s in J. 1-2-2 so 4 out of 5 sit next to an aisle and the one who doesn't has got the window. Only 1 out of 5 in a row has to have someone clamber over them to get ouy=t.
Of course BA's 747 P setup allows everyone to be able to get unintefered access to the aisle. I would imagine that SQ and CX have the same set up at least on the 747s?
Don;t forget QF has the same set up in their 767-300s (but with less seat pitch). Haven't flown a AC 767 since a -200 from before 1988.
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Of course BA's 747 P setup allows everyone to be able to get unintefered access to the aisle. I would imagine that SQ and CX have the same set up at least on the 747s?
Don;t forget QF has the same set up in their 767-300s (but with less seat pitch). Haven't flown a AC 767 since a -200 from before 1988.
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Dec 20, 1999, 11:59 pm
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I would have to agree... I like to have access to the aisle.. but also do not liek being waken up. On the Wide-Body overseas configuration I prefer window, because I can usually navigate out without hitting my neighbor and even if my neighbor is clumsy, it does not effect me cause I am away from him and the aisle...
In coach, the worse had to be the front aisle of bulkhaed (middle) of a 767. People woudl wake me up for me to move so they can cross my row to the bathroom on the other side.. RUDE
In coach, the worse had to be the front aisle of bulkhaed (middle) of a 767. People woudl wake me up for me to move so they can cross my row to the bathroom on the other side.. RUDE
Dec 21, 1999, 10:50 am
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My seating preference on almost all aircraft is 2A. And I suppose I'd have to say I prefer widebodies, specifically the 777 and 747.
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Dec 22, 1999, 8:43 am
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My seating in first is exactly the same as in coach -- non-bulkead, up front, aisle. Works good for me, laptop goes down below, other carryon up top. I take bulkhead aisle if I can stuff my laptop into my other carryon.
Dec 22, 1999, 9:14 am
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As I always tell the Medallion Agents at Delta when I upgrade ~ Window, non-bulkhead ... I still love looking out the window and I like to be able to put my laptop bag under the seat in front of me for easy access.
Dec 22, 1999, 6:22 pm
#13
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My husband and I fly five to eight times per year and with Membership Rewards are able to upgrade to first each time. We have been given seats 2A and 2B each time. We usually book early. I have wondered if these seats are always the first offered.
Dec 23, 1999, 11:58 am
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Two words: window bulkhead.
Window because I can ride with my nose pressed up against the window and look at the glorious things down below.
Bulkhead so I can get out to use the facilities without disturbing my seatmate on the aisle.
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Window because I can ride with my nose pressed up against the window and look at the glorious things down below.
Bulkhead so I can get out to use the facilities without disturbing my seatmate on the aisle.
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