PTravel
Ok I think the spirit of this thread has got lost somewhat.
Generally I think we agree on most things. A sense of entitlement with seating is not welcome and whereever possible, people should plan their seating arrangements if they have special requirements. Clearly you are angry about this, through your flying experience and I can understand that. The point I was making, which I believe other posters on here were also trying to make to you, was
sometimes there are occasions that end up out of the person's control for whatever reason. You disagree, ok well let's agree to disagree

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With regard to your other questions regarding what I would have done, well really "how long is a piece of string"? I have outlined my particular aircraft experience, should I end up with another experience along the lines you describe, I shall let you know

. Until then, I am not going to speculate.
I dont see the point of thrashing this out any further. I posted my opinion which I am entitled to do, as are you. We dont have to agree on every point.