CONFIRMED: BA B787 & A380 layouts
Dec 11, 2012, 8:37 am
#61
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I should hope that if they wish to walk around the aircraft, they should be able to having paid a shed load of money, but with regards to others they will just not be able to move around, they can of course in club world take a hike down the back of the aircraft and back again, but certainly should not be allowed in the inner sanctum of F, likewise the Club pax upstairs should not be allowed downstairs. Have said my bit
Dec 11, 2012, 8:57 am
#62
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I like the 767s, well I like the 2-4-2 in WT anyway. Not so keen on the 3-3-3, will definitely feel more crowded. Oh well it's not like I fly much anyway.
A380 boarding will be hilarious. If that's the right word. How big are the overhead bins anyway?
A380 boarding will be hilarious. If that's the right word. How big are the overhead bins anyway?
Dec 11, 2012, 10:56 am
#63
Join Date: Sep 2011
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I care deeply about those who are less fortunate than me but you would never know that if all you see of me were my FT posts.
PS still waiting for your epic trip report.
Dec 11, 2012, 11:38 am
#64
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Dec 11, 2012, 11:45 am
#65
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But I fear BA are being squeezed at an ever increasing rate. AA's upcoming business class offering (which has already been rolling out on CX) will put further pressure on BA. AA is right in BA's front yard, and I have avoided AA's business class because of the hard product - this may very well change when the new aircraft are in the fleet.
The A380 still has a huge edge over any 777 due to the low cabin noise, higher pressurization, and higher humidity. It makes a huge difference on long flights. And the 777 is a LOUD aircraft.
Last edited by hillrider; Dec 11, 2012 at 11:51 am
Dec 11, 2012, 2:32 pm
#69
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Thank god they have separated the CW cabins. A huge CW dorm would have filled me with fear. I quite like what they have done but am really keen (sad as it may seem) to know what they have done with the lavs. I think premium toilets should be like Avios - 100% more space for F, 50% more for CW, 25% more room for whY+
After a few drinks (and being very tired) getting changed is very challenging in those cubicles that are currently on offer
Look forward to seeing the high-res images
After a few drinks (and being very tired) getting changed is very challenging in those cubicles that are currently on offer
Look forward to seeing the high-res images
Dec 11, 2012, 3:32 pm
#71
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BA all the way!
Dec 11, 2012, 3:35 pm
#72
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Dec 11, 2012, 4:08 pm
#73
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Easy decision.
Last edited by Greg45; Dec 11, 2012 at 4:16 pm
Dec 11, 2012, 4:14 pm
#74
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I would say upper deck is even a little narrower than the 777 more like an A340/A330 with a lower ceiling. Lower deck feels pretty much like 747.
Dec 11, 2012, 4:16 pm
#75
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+1 Emirates Can stick their Tacky Gold Bling where the Sun Don't Shine! -)
