Encore questions
Mar 16, 2014, 1:54 pm
#1
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Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Canada
Programs: AC E50K (*G), Westjet Gold
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Encore questions
I'm looking at the possibility of having to do some fairly frequent Edmonton-Regina flights, and even though I'm usually a loyal AC flier, I'm interested in encore because of the frequency offered and the DH4s on the route (2 hours in an AC DH3 sounds painful). I do have some questions though:
1- How big are the encore overhead bins? I'm told WestJet offers skycheck for rolling bags, but AC's DH4s don't. Would a normal rolling bag (22x15x9) fit in the encore bins? If I can avoid standing on the tarmac in the winter waiting for my bag, I'll be thrilled!
2- Does encore offer complementary wine and beer on flights?
3- How is the legroom? Having a 78 seat configuration sounds cozy, does anyone have any comments on this?
Are there any other benefits or drawbacks of encore that you can think of??
1- How big are the encore overhead bins? I'm told WestJet offers skycheck for rolling bags, but AC's DH4s don't. Would a normal rolling bag (22x15x9) fit in the encore bins? If I can avoid standing on the tarmac in the winter waiting for my bag, I'll be thrilled!
2- Does encore offer complementary wine and beer on flights?
3- How is the legroom? Having a 78 seat configuration sounds cozy, does anyone have any comments on this?
Are there any other benefits or drawbacks of encore that you can think of??
Mar 16, 2014, 9:07 pm
#2
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Join Date: May 1998
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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1. Most standard rolly bags will fit in the bin sideways. This assumes there is enough space left in the bins, so try to board early.
2. Comp beer & wine, yes.
3. Leg room is adequate. The seats are almost slimline, with the pocket for onboard materials above the tray table, which cuts down on wasted space at the knee level.
Hope this is helpful!
2. Comp beer & wine, yes.
3. Leg room is adequate. The seats are almost slimline, with the pocket for onboard materials above the tray table, which cuts down on wasted space at the knee level.
Hope this is helpful!
Mar 17, 2014, 6:12 am
#3
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Location: Southern Alberta
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1. Most standard rolly bags will fit in the bin sideways. This assumes there is enough space left in the bins, so try to board early.
2. Comp beer & wine, yes.
3. Leg room is adequate. The seats are almost slimline, with the pocket for onboard materials above the tray table, which cuts down on wasted space at the knee level.
Hope this is helpful!
2. Comp beer & wine, yes.
3. Leg room is adequate. The seats are almost slimline, with the pocket for onboard materials above the tray table, which cuts down on wasted space at the knee level.
Hope this is helpful!
Mar 19, 2014, 12:21 am
#4
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: YYZ/YUL
Programs: UA 1K, AC nadda, DL, WS-Nadda
Posts: 1,476
1. Most standard rolly bags will fit in the bin sideways. This assumes there is enough space left in the bins, so try to board early.
2. Comp beer & wine, yes.
3. Leg room is adequate. The seats are almost slimline, with the pocket for onboard materials above the tray table, which cuts down on wasted space at the knee level.
Hope this is helpful!
2. Comp beer & wine, yes.
3. Leg room is adequate. The seats are almost slimline, with the pocket for onboard materials above the tray table, which cuts down on wasted space at the knee level.
Hope this is helpful!
Mar 19, 2014, 8:30 pm
#7
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: YEG
Posts: 3,925
I flew Encore a few months ago with a couple of co-workers. I found the seats to be extremely uncomfortable. My back got sore during the flight and was still sore the next day. One of my co-workers mentioned to me the next day that their back was also sore after the flight.
AC's DH3 flights are 1h38 on the way to YQR and 1h50 on the way back. I used to fly YEG-YQR frequently but usually routed via YYC for increased frequency (and AQS). I've found the direct flight to be fine (I can sleep easily on planes so have never minded the non-stop). Reading something on my smart phone makes time pass quickly too. Even without the ability to recline, I find the seats on AC to be much more comfortable (believe it or not).
WS's Q400 flights are 1h28 on the way to YQR and 1h38 minutes on the way back. The Encore aircraft will certainly be quieter inside the cabin and saves 10-12 minutes depending on direction of travel.
AC appears to have 2 daily non-stops most days while WS has 3.
IMHO its a toss-up. I'd book based on price and/or flight timing.
AC's DH3 flights are 1h38 on the way to YQR and 1h50 on the way back. I used to fly YEG-YQR frequently but usually routed via YYC for increased frequency (and AQS). I've found the direct flight to be fine (I can sleep easily on planes so have never minded the non-stop). Reading something on my smart phone makes time pass quickly too. Even without the ability to recline, I find the seats on AC to be much more comfortable (believe it or not).
WS's Q400 flights are 1h28 on the way to YQR and 1h38 minutes on the way back. The Encore aircraft will certainly be quieter inside the cabin and saves 10-12 minutes depending on direction of travel.
AC appears to have 2 daily non-stops most days while WS has 3.
IMHO its a toss-up. I'd book based on price and/or flight timing.
Mar 20, 2014, 1:59 pm
#8
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Mar 25, 2014, 2:48 pm
#10
Join Date: Dec 2008
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I traveled Encore recently on a very full flight with an electric guitar and smaller scale roll on and had no problem getting bin space.
Better yet, there's no waiting around for the sky check cart on the ramp!
^
Better yet, there's no waiting around for the sky check cart on the ramp!
^