Originally Posted by
orbitmic
good example of (followed through) theoretical seating yesterday. partner and I (GGL/CCR and GCH soon to be GGL/CCR) travelling F. We were in 1A and K on the 777. Total of 12/14 in F but 1E and F were blocked. Someone trying to move there was refused, told seat had to remain empty.
Sounds excessive - I can understand the system prioritising empty space next to a "status holder's" seat, but keeping a seat across the aisle free? Someone must think high status passengers don't want to SEE other passengers, let alone sit next to them!*
* And they are probably right :-)