Apr 11, 2016, 1:13 am
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New Thread with 738 Fleet Tracking
739 thread with fleet tracking
Original Press Release
737-800s: Rows 6-10 are Premium
737-900/900ERs: Rows 6-9 are Premium
All 737-800s have been converted. 737-900s now in work. All aircraft to be complete by end of 2017.
Snack Box info from AKCuisine and Post 514:
3" x 3" x 2" box weighing in at 2.17 ounces. It's also "locally sourced - which translates to "Distributed by Oakfield Farms Solutions LLC, Grapevine, Texas."
Inside the box is 1.16 oz of Craisins (110 cal); 0.63 oz of unsalted almonds (100 cal); and a 0.375 oz square of Ghirardelli chocolate (50 cals) - total, 260 calories.
739 thread with fleet tracking
Original Press Release
Originally Posted by alaskaair.com/newsroom
Seats in the Premium Class section will have at least 35" of pitch, compared to 31" to 32" in the rest of the main cabin. To make room for the Premium Class while maintaining pitch in the main cabin, Alaska will reconfigure and reduce the number of seats available on some aircraft. Also, pitch in the First Class cabin will be increased from 36" to 41" providing a significantly enhanced experience for those customers.
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Model Fleet count Current seats Reconfigured cabin (First class/Main cabin)(First class/Premium class/Main) 737-800 61 16/147 12/30/117 737-900/900ER 77 16/165 16/24/138 E175 15 12/64 12/12/52
737-900/900ERs: Rows 6-9 are Premium
All 737-800s have been converted. 737-900s now in work. All aircraft to be complete by end of 2017.
Snack Box info from AKCuisine and Post 514:
3" x 3" x 2" box weighing in at 2.17 ounces. It's also "locally sourced - which translates to "Distributed by Oakfield Farms Solutions LLC, Grapevine, Texas."
Inside the box is 1.16 oz of Craisins (110 cal); 0.63 oz of unsalted almonds (100 cal); and a 0.375 oz square of Ghirardelli chocolate (50 cals) - total, 260 calories.
Premium Class Discussion
Aug 2, 2016, 1:43 pm
#196
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I agree....AS has in my opinion the best entry-tier elite benefits...we're just hoping the addition addition of premium economy doesn't follow what happened with the other airlines. Right now, all AS elites can book any seat in Y at booking so let's see if that stays or not....*fingers crossed*
Aug 2, 2016, 1:45 pm
#197
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I stand corrected ... comment was based more on FT browsing than research or experience (full disclosure: I'm enjoying my first year of any AS status; last year I made MVP on 9 Jul and MVPG on 19 Oct, and I've been paying a lot more attention to qualification miles than redeemable miles this year)
Aug 3, 2016, 5:35 am
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Aug 3, 2016, 1:20 pm
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Yikes....worse than I thought...I wonder if MVPG will still get their free beverage back in row 32 
Since old seat assignments should "stick", my suggestion would be that MVPs and MVPGs book as many row 6 flights as they can in-advance of implementation.
Since old seat assignments should "stick", my suggestion would be that MVPs and MVPGs book as many row 6 flights as they can in-advance of implementation.
Aug 3, 2016, 9:16 pm
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I should clarify. MVPG gets them but i believe its the highest fares only not any fare like it is now. Of course if that happens its bye bye MCE on any AA fare.
Aug 3, 2016, 9:32 pm
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Maybe they'll have something like GGUs for "upgrades" to Y+ if you book K or higher....lol...they funny part (in an ironic sorta way) is that there essentially will be no "elite section" in the front portion of the plane....everyone will be in the back except the paid upgraders in Y+.
Aug 3, 2016, 10:26 pm
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Good luck with that - AS appears to have difficulties selling open exit row seats. My guess is that there will be a fair number of people who roll the dice, don't reserve a seat, hoping to assigned Y+ when the back of the plane is filled with those who reserved them in advance.
Aug 3, 2016, 10:28 pm
#203
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This is my current quandary. I have LT AA PLT status, struggle to make MVP, in the hope of the occasional upgrade (success rate is respectable on leisure routes). With the downsizing of the F cabin, there will be little motivation to earn MVP if my AA PLT status will be more valuable for Y+ access.
Aug 3, 2016, 10:52 pm
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Aug 3, 2016, 11:37 pm
#205
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Good luck with that - AS appears to have difficulties selling open exit row seats. My guess is that there will be a fair number of people who roll the dice, don't reserve a seat, hoping to assigned Y+ when the back of the plane is filled with those who reserved them in advance.
Aug 5, 2016, 2:35 pm
#206
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Dear Diver858,
Thank you for sharing your comments. We are looking forward to you flying with us on our new service! We highly suggest, for the best elite tier benefits, you do all possible to qualify for 2017 MVP. As an MVP with us, among other benefits including priority seating and priority boarding, you will have access to a generous complimentary first class upgrade benefit, including the opportunity to upgrade to first class at the time of your reservation when you purchase upgradeable fares with us.
Diver858, again, thank you for writing. Please be assured we remain committed to providing you with the highest safety, best on-time performance (rated #1 on-time airline in North America by FlightStats.com for 6th consecutive year ), best customer service (rated #1 in airline customer satisfaction by JD Power for 9th consecutive year ), best frequent flyer benefits (rated #1 airline loyalty/reward program by JD Power for 3rd consecutive year), best baggage handling (first airline with baggage service guarantee) and best value in the airline industry. Your business is truly appreciated!
Sincerely,
XXXXX
Customer Care Specialist
Interesting to note the comment purchase upgradeable fares - may be the only way for MVPs to move up, once Y+ is installed.
Aug 5, 2016, 3:38 pm
#207
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Received the following today:
Dear Diver858,
....including the opportunity to upgrade to first class at the time of your reservation when you purchase upgradeable fares with us.
Sincerely,
XXXXX
Customer Care Specialist
Interesting to note the comment purchase upgradeable fares - may be the only way for MVPs to move up, once Y+ is installed.
Dear Diver858,
....including the opportunity to upgrade to first class at the time of your reservation when you purchase upgradeable fares with us.
Sincerely,
XXXXX
Customer Care Specialist
Interesting to note the comment purchase upgradeable fares - may be the only way for MVPs to move up, once Y+ is installed.
Aug 5, 2016, 4:27 pm
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if you don't have status and are flying on AA, the seats you don't have to pay for can disappear really quickly ... I haven't actually watched this play out however
Aug 5, 2016, 11:54 pm
#210
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Received the following today:
Dear Diver858,
Thank you for sharing your comments. We are looking forward to you flying with us on our new service! We highly suggest, for the best elite tier benefits, you do all possible to qualify for 2017 MVP. As an MVP with us, among other benefits including priority seating and priority boarding, you will have access to a generous complimentary first class upgrade benefit, including the opportunity to upgrade to first class at the time of your reservation when you purchase upgradeable fares with us.
Diver858, again, thank you for writing. Please be assured we remain committed to providing you with the highest safety, best on-time performance (rated #1 on-time airline in North America by FlightStats.com for 6th consecutive year ), best customer service (rated #1 in airline customer satisfaction by JD Power for 9th consecutive year ), best frequent flyer benefits (rated #1 airline loyalty/reward program by JD Power for 3rd consecutive year), best baggage handling (first airline with baggage service guarantee) and best value in the airline industry. Your business is truly appreciated!
Sincerely,
XXXXX
Customer Care Specialist
Interesting to note the comment purchase upgradeable fares - may be the only way for MVPs to move up, once Y+ is installed.
Dear Diver858,
Thank you for sharing your comments. We are looking forward to you flying with us on our new service! We highly suggest, for the best elite tier benefits, you do all possible to qualify for 2017 MVP. As an MVP with us, among other benefits including priority seating and priority boarding, you will have access to a generous complimentary first class upgrade benefit, including the opportunity to upgrade to first class at the time of your reservation when you purchase upgradeable fares with us.
Diver858, again, thank you for writing. Please be assured we remain committed to providing you with the highest safety, best on-time performance (rated #1 on-time airline in North America by FlightStats.com for 6th consecutive year ), best customer service (rated #1 in airline customer satisfaction by JD Power for 9th consecutive year ), best frequent flyer benefits (rated #1 airline loyalty/reward program by JD Power for 3rd consecutive year), best baggage handling (first airline with baggage service guarantee) and best value in the airline industry. Your business is truly appreciated!
Sincerely,
XXXXX
Customer Care Specialist
Interesting to note the comment purchase upgradeable fares - may be the only way for MVPs to move up, once Y+ is installed.