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Old Jun 30, 2009 | 2:13 pm
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Originally Posted by Rebelyell
Are there premium economy seats that offer extra width?
Yes - see the premium economy thread linked above.

Originally Posted by Rebelyell
I thought most just offered extra pitch.
No - some offer much more.

Originally Posted by Rebelyell
Let's face it, most people don't need extra legroom. They need extra width so they won't have to touch their neighbor of fight with him over the armrest. Any premium economy service which offered this would empty the business cabin pretty quickly.
I guess you are not very tall. Extra legroom is a must for many people. As for cannibalizing business class, well different airlines have different strategies to dealing with that.
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