Originally Posted by
geniza151
We have 8A/8C on JFK-HND, but reading about the sun direction I was thinking about moving to 9H/9K; however, is that too near the engine and noisy? Since the shades will be closed for most of the flight, I'm inclined to keep 8A/8C slightly ahead of the engine. I'm definitely overthinking this but if anyone has a recommendation I would appreciate it.
I don't think row 8 or 9 would make much difference. Personally I flew row 12 and felt the noise was fine for a 777.
I would choose the less sunny side as Japanese airlines tend to run warm.