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Old Apr 3, 2009 | 12:28 am
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Originally Posted by SFOtoBOS
Yes, I agree. I wonder why they are limited to 3 people on narrowbodies and 10 people on widebodies? Limited in how much money they can transact on a flight?
Probably weight and balance considerations, especially earlier in the flight when the fuel load is heavier.

This is a really great idea for generating revenue that hopefully will spread to other airlines w/ premium cabins.
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