I am going to be flying with a group, SFO - BKK thru HKG, 3/12 and I would like to secure a seat in advance as this seems to be a full flight. I called Cathay and they told me that since I was with a group, there is no advance seat selection, so I would have to make my request at check-in. I am not looking for a bulkhead seat or anything special; I just cannot fathom the thought of sitting in a middle seat on a crowded aircraft for 14.5 hours. Do any of you loyal CX flyers have any suggestions?? Thanks in advance