Originally Posted by TimeWarp

Many thanks for the quick replies from all you hardcore veteran fliers.

The discussion on the AA forum regarding the downgrade on the A321 is a real eye opener for me. I would have never thought about weight and balance issues for the aircraft. It's a real shame the way those passengers were treated by AA.

The UA flight 1004 uses a 737-800, which I guess is a stretched version. Hopefully this aircraft's weight and balance issues are not sensitive as the A321.

Since this is only a 5 hour flight, I might have to think about an E+ seat rather than flying in the F Cabin. I guess it all comes down to perceived value for my dollar.

I'll be flying after Thanksgiving and before Christmas and when I return I'll post my experience. Thanks again!