NZ 777-300ER Open Day Pics
#1
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NZ 777-300ER Open Day Pics
Don't have time right now for a full rundown, it was a worthwhile visit for me though, mainly to get up close and personal with the underside of the bird! I had seen the seats already in Hangar 9. They are really impressive, I am especially looking forward to the 2" thick memory foam overlay mattress in J!
The Premium Economy too is a massive step up. The recline angle and amount of personal space is great.
Ooo - and windows in the premium cabin toilets!
The Premium Economy too is a massive step up. The recline angle and amount of personal space is great.
Ooo - and windows in the premium cabin toilets!
Last edited by longtimeflyer; Mar 24, 2011 at 10:46 pm
#4
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It's not J but feels way closer to J now with the whole cocoon thing happening than Y+ ever did.
#5
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To NZ's credit there is a lot of leg room. because the seats are angled you get way more than it looks like. In fact, I could have my legs straight (ie knees not bent) without an issue and I am 180cm.
It's not J but feels way closer to J now with the whole cocoon thing happening than Y+ ever did.
It's not J but feels way closer to J now with the whole cocoon thing happening than Y+ ever did.
#7
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Interesting. Obviously sitting in it on ground for 1 minute can't compare to 13hrs in the air. Curious though, each seat seems to have different amount of room depending on the letter, I tried an A seat, which looked to have the most room due to the benefit of butting up against the fuselage. Where you in an A B or C position?
#8
Join Date: Feb 2007
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I have to agree, I have had chance to try both PE seats. The old seats is way better than the new, the new seat is for looks more than anything!
#9
Join Date: May 2005
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Interesting. Obviously sitting in it on ground for 1 minute can't compare to 13hrs in the air. Curious though, each seat seems to have different amount of room depending on the letter, I tried an A seat, which looked to have the most room due to the benefit of butting up against the fuselage. Where you in an A B or C position?
#11
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Join Date: Jul 2010
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I didnt think the recline was very good either.
If forced to fly PE I would defintely opt for the D, E seats
#12
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Agreed. I have to go to the US in June and will ensure I avoid the 77W. Very cramped in Y and PE. I didn't like the lower dividers in J either. All in all a wasted opportunity.
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