Originally Posted by DeeJayII

We just returned from LAX-SYD-MEL-LAX several days ago, outbound on the QF A380 in Prem. Econ. Each seat had a private LCD IFE with a huge selection of audio and video choices including games. The return was on the equivalent of UA's new intl configuration for E+ but again with the individual IFE.

Since there are grandchildren in MEL I'm headed back in 6 months but economics dictate seating in the E- ("back of the bus") section and I'm not seeing any comments at all which is indicative of who subscribes to FT, I suppose.

When the tab is on you rather than an employer the $ do make a difference and I'm somewhat discouraged by the disparaging comments made about UA's E- cabin. If you have grandchildren you'll understand the desire to fly there often but that dictates getting the best deal. That explains this "different type of consumer."

For an extra $50 I may switch to Qantas or maybe V Australia's 777 because of the aforementioned IFE.