Originally Posted by
Punki
What is it with AS? We hadn't done a transcon on AS for a few years, and I had sort of forgotten how annoying it is to have a constant stream of coach passengers flowing in and out of first using the head. I hate it. This just doesn't happen on UA.
We flew down SEA/MCO where it was really, really bad. There was not a moment's rest from coach passengers traipsing back and forth. Even the first class passengers didn't seem very, well, first class.
The exception was the lady behind us who had a seat for herself and another, purchased, ticket for her three month-old son. (I hope he has a frequent flyer number.) The baby fussed a little bit until she got him settled and then he was perfect for the remainder of the flight.
Our return trip MIA/SEA was much better. Maybe the MCO trip was influenced by the Disney factor. On our return first class was much more peaceful and relaxed--just older couples and business travelers. They kept the curtain closed and only a few coach passengers breached it, probably when the serving cart was blocking the aisle.
I rise in support of Punki.
At the risk of evoking quasi "elitist" comments, her remark about the "first class" passengers has some merit, in my view.
Earlier this month while flying PDX to MCO, my "seatmate" in !A (already a little rough around the edges), took just not his shoes off, but also his socks, immediately upon take-off, and during the entire flight.
As discretely as possible I discussed it with the FA, who said "I've noticed quite a few people do that these days."
I suggested that it was inappropriate, particularly in "first class."
She agreed, but nothing to be done.
Anyways, at the end of the day, it ain't the most important thing in the world to get excited about, but I am simply reinforcing the observation and I guess perception of Punki.
Does it deter me from AS?
Not at all!