I am aware that the view is not straight forward. While I very much would love to see an airliner offer that, I know it is not possible right now. My question was, as compared to say the middle of the plane, do you still have to crane your neck around ot the side to even see anything, and is there any sense of seeing what is a little bit ahead of you without trying to look through the window three rows in front of you.

I know there are not many airlines left flying 747s - who do you think offers the best 1a seats in regards to the view (I usually fly PE these days, even Business is better than what I am used to).