A330 new economy / premium economy seats ?
Sep 25, 2018, 1:23 pm
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A330 new economy / premium economy seats ?
Just received the following from an AF newsletter:
Does anyone have some more information about their plans for Y and W seats on the A330? I thought eco would be what we already knew on the B777/B789.
Also, it's a bit weird that they do not plan to showcase the new J seat...
Does anyone have some more information about their plans for Y and W seats on the A330? I thought eco would be what we already knew on the B777/B789.
Also, it's a bit weird that they do not plan to showcase the new J seat...
Sep 25, 2018, 1:37 pm
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I thought the same.
Sep 26, 2018, 3:34 pm
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Sadly, for their W cabin, they chose to keep the fixed-shell seat that they use on the B777's/B787's, with a 19" width (48.3 cm) and 40.2" pitch between rows (102.0 cm). They announce an enhanced lumbar support, better adapted to the variety of morphologies of their PAXs. The seat is advertised to have a 130° "recline", with more resilient foams and wider leather armrests. It also features additional stowing space, a footrest and a 13.3" high-res screen. Refurbishing of the A330 W cabin comes with a few extra goodies. PAXs will be given an oshi-bori upon boarding, a down pillow, and a newly designed blanket and amenity kit. Champagne is announced to be served in a new (plastic?) glass, but it looks like the new tableware will remain disposable and made of (environment unfriendly) plastic (a requirement of the flight attendants), when a number of other airlines (e.g., DL) have moved to real silverware and ceramic/porcelain plates/cups/bowls. I am also under the impression that the entree will remain that of Y.
It will be unveiled in roughly a month from now, insofar as I understand it.
Sep 28, 2018, 12:52 pm
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Stopped by BHV tonight.
Kiosk at the store entry on the corner of Rivoli & Temple where you could enter a contest to win 2 premium economy tickets.
In the back part of the main floor the had some premium economy and economy seats to try out. Air France cabin crew employees were there to answer questions and give out items (I got a shopping bag).
Premium economy seat felt ok, but I can’t compare it to the others as on AF long haul, I’ve only ever flown in business class.
Kiosk at the store entry on the corner of Rivoli & Temple where you could enter a contest to win 2 premium economy tickets.
In the back part of the main floor the had some premium economy and economy seats to try out. Air France cabin crew employees were there to answer questions and give out items (I got a shopping bag).
Premium economy seat felt ok, but I can’t compare it to the others as on AF long haul, I’ve only ever flown in business class.