Sep 24, 2016, 1:22 pm
Last edit by: Seat 2A
See below in the expanded wiki for the list of the reconfigured aircraft.
December 3, 2015 Alaska announced a reconfiguration of its fleet.
The first reconfigured aircraft - N536AS - entered service 9/25/16.
List of reconfigured aircraft:
737-800
N506AS
N508AS
N512AS
N513AS
N514AS
N516AS
N517AS
N518AS
N519AS
N520AS
N523AS
N524AS
N525AS
N526AS
N527AS
N528AS
N529AS
N530AS
N532AS
N533AS
N534AS
N535AS
N536AS
N537AS
N538AS
N546AS
N548AS
N549AS
N551AS
N552AS
N553AS
N556AS
N557AS
N558AS
N559AS
N560AS
N562AS
N563AS
N564AS
N565AS
N568AS
N569AS
N570AS
N577AS
N579AS
N581AS
N583AS
N584AS
N585AS
N586AS
N587AS
N588AS
N589AS
N590AS
N592AS
N593AS
N594AS
N596AS
N597AS
Total: 59 / 61 (97% complete)
Last updated: 12/18
Previous thread discussing PE
You can find the scheduled tail number of your flight here:
https://www.flightradar24.com/data/flights/as123
(replace as123 with as[your flight num])
However aircraft swaps are frequent, even up to the last hour.
December 3, 2015 Alaska announced a reconfiguration of its fleet.
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 42" 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
List of reconfigured aircraft:
737-800
N506AS
N508AS
N512AS
N513AS
N514AS
N516AS
N517AS
N518AS
N519AS
N520AS
N523AS
N524AS
N525AS
N526AS
N527AS
N528AS
N529AS
N530AS
N532AS
N533AS
N534AS
N535AS
N536AS
N537AS
N538AS
N546AS
N548AS
N549AS
N551AS
N552AS
N553AS
N556AS
N557AS
N558AS
N559AS
N560AS
N562AS
N563AS
N564AS
N565AS
N568AS
N569AS
N570AS
N577AS
N579AS
N581AS
N583AS
N584AS
N585AS
N586AS
N587AS
N588AS
N589AS
N590AS
N592AS
N593AS
N594AS
N596AS
N597AS
Total: 59 / 61 (97% complete)
Last updated: 12/18
Previous thread discussing PE
You can find the scheduled tail number of your flight here:
https://www.flightradar24.com/data/flights/as123
(replace as123 with as[your flight num])
However aircraft swaps are frequent, even up to the last hour.
Consolidated 73H reconfigured F/PE/Y 12/30/117 Thread [They're out there!]
Nov 23, 2016, 12:42 pm
#181
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More space is all I noticed.
I must be a nightmare for marketing folks - but really - what else is there with this new change? Nothing really to see here, move along.
That sounds really un-appreciative from me on the eve of Thanksgiving
I love getting upgraded into this wonderful new product! ^ A BIG THANKS TO ASA!!!!!
Nov 23, 2016, 1:18 pm
#182
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I cannot tell if they increased recline. If they did, it was only a small amount. I don't know if it's enough the make the product better for sleeping on an overnight flight - the really ought to increase recline.
As far as I can tell they have not made any further soft product changes (improved food, pillows or blankets, headsets). Perhaps that will come with a big reveal when they have done the 739 fleet.
Nov 23, 2016, 2:24 pm
#183
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Checked my PDX-BOS next week and while the flight details still says 739, the seatmap has changed to 3 rows! In Row 2, so might finally have a chance to see how the new spacing feels! Still outside the upgrade windows and only Row 1 has unassigned seats.
Thinking about this some more, Row 2 used to be safe for getting first choice for meal selection. With only three rows, will it be down to which side of 2 the FA starts with?
Thinking about this some more, Row 2 used to be safe for getting first choice for meal selection. With only three rows, will it be down to which side of 2 the FA starts with?
Nov 23, 2016, 2:37 pm
#184
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Nov 23, 2016, 5:07 pm
#185
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- Starting Jan 5th, 2017 re-configured planes will start enhanced service.
Nov 23, 2016, 8:44 pm
#187
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on my last three TCONs, the FAs went F-D-C-A
AS2, SEA-DCA (Sat 19 Nov) most recent instance -- I was in 3A; 3D got the last chicken (although both my wife (3C) and I heard the FA do a sotto voce count and say "7, perfect" before taking our orders)
Italian sausage isn't high on my list of favorite accompaniments; this wasn't a problem in and of itself, but the FA said I would have to pay $8 for the coach meal -- Tom Douglas turkey, a completely acceptable substitute
moreover, SEA catering forgot to include the ramekins of nuts, the FA didn't provide hot towels before beverage service (strangely, she did so just prior to the captain's "prepare for landing" announcement during descent), and the entire supply of Hedge Trimmer gin was gone by the time she came around in the middle of dinner service to ask if we wanted another round of drinks
I fully understand why AS caters 8/8 entrees on a 16F jet, I know the "Availability of menu items may be limited" disclaimer is at the bottom of the FC menu card, and I've heard the "We apologize if your choice is no longer available when we reach your row" speech in coach many times on many airlines; nevertheless, I really don't think F passengers should EVER have to pay for ANY inflight food or beverage
that said, while I've seen a fair amount of FT grumbling about the "F passengers now have to pay for anything not on the F menu" policy change in the context of the fruit and cheese plate, I find that far less irritating since I suspect passengers are more likely to request fruit and cheese as an alternative to a full breakfast or lunch
neither my wife nor I really had a "North of Expected" AS First Class service experience ... I'd really like my two GGUs back
AS2, SEA-DCA (Sat 19 Nov) most recent instance -- I was in 3A; 3D got the last chicken (although both my wife (3C) and I heard the FA do a sotto voce count and say "7, perfect" before taking our orders)
Italian sausage isn't high on my list of favorite accompaniments; this wasn't a problem in and of itself, but the FA said I would have to pay $8 for the coach meal -- Tom Douglas turkey, a completely acceptable substitute
moreover, SEA catering forgot to include the ramekins of nuts, the FA didn't provide hot towels before beverage service (strangely, she did so just prior to the captain's "prepare for landing" announcement during descent), and the entire supply of Hedge Trimmer gin was gone by the time she came around in the middle of dinner service to ask if we wanted another round of drinks
I fully understand why AS caters 8/8 entrees on a 16F jet, I know the "Availability of menu items may be limited" disclaimer is at the bottom of the FC menu card, and I've heard the "We apologize if your choice is no longer available when we reach your row" speech in coach many times on many airlines; nevertheless, I really don't think F passengers should EVER have to pay for ANY inflight food or beverage
that said, while I've seen a fair amount of FT grumbling about the "F passengers now have to pay for anything not on the F menu" policy change in the context of the fruit and cheese plate, I find that far less irritating since I suspect passengers are more likely to request fruit and cheese as an alternative to a full breakfast or lunch
neither my wife nor I really had a "North of Expected" AS First Class service experience ... I'd really like my two GGUs back
Nov 24, 2016, 12:20 am
#188
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Always ensure the FA's check the back carts for the 'other 4' minis catered in Y. I'm surprised the number of times I hear they are 'out' and then I remind them Under 50% but still not 0.
Under 50% but still not 0.
Nov 24, 2016, 9:13 am
#189
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Nov 24, 2016, 9:52 am
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Unless you've got $530M lying around with nothing better to do, sending feedback through Alaska Listens is about the only avenue for potential change.
Nov 24, 2016, 10:22 am
#191
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I used the "Contact Us" Customer Care email link on the website and got a DL-like reply:
"... While I would like to be able to personally assist you with this matter, unfortunately, I am unable to do so. However, I am happy to refer you to the correct department. The MVP Gold reservations office may be reached at 1-888-345-3640."
stay tuned ...
"... While I would like to be able to personally assist you with this matter, unfortunately, I am unable to do so. However, I am happy to refer you to the correct department. The MVP Gold reservations office may be reached at 1-888-345-3640."
stay tuned ...
Nov 24, 2016, 4:23 pm
#192
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This week, I had my first trip on a reconfigured 738 (SAN to Hawaii). Husband and I sat in the F bulkhead. The extra room was noticeable, and it seemed the FA was not as rushed to complete service. Very nice experience overall. Not a dramatic departure from the old product, but the extra leg room was appreciated on a six hour flight.
Nov 24, 2016, 7:02 pm
#193
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Nov 24, 2016, 7:51 pm
#194
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Count me in the certain minority who doesn't believe displeasure with the meal choices (and application of the known BoB policy for F) is grounds for the return of two GGUs.
Comment on your experience, complain about charging F for BoB and tell AS to provision more gin, and you'll probably be remedied...reasonably. YMMV.
Comment on your experience, complain about charging F for BoB and tell AS to provision more gin, and you'll probably be remedied...reasonably. YMMV.
Nov 24, 2016, 9:00 pm
#195
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on my last three TCONs, the FAs went F-D-C-A
AS2, SEA-DCA (Sat 19 Nov) most recent instance -- I was in 3A; 3D got the last chicken (although both my wife (3C) and I heard the FA do a sotto voce count and say "7, perfect" before taking our orders)
Italian sausage isn't high on my list of favorite accompaniments; this wasn't a problem in and of itself, but the FA said I would have to pay $8 for the coach meal -- Tom Douglas turkey, a completely acceptable substitute
moreover, SEA catering forgot to include the ramekins of nuts, the FA didn't provide hot towels before beverage service (strangely, she did so just prior to the captain's "prepare for landing" announcement during descent), and the entire supply of Hedge Trimmer gin was gone by the time she came around in the middle of dinner service to ask if we wanted another round of drinks
I fully understand why AS caters 8/8 entrees on a 16F jet, I know the "Availability of menu items may be limited" disclaimer is at the bottom of the FC menu card, and I've heard the "We apologize if your choice is no longer available when we reach your row" speech in coach many times on many airlines; nevertheless, I really don't think F passengers should EVER have to pay for ANY inflight food or beverage
that said, while I've seen a fair amount of FT grumbling about the "F passengers now have to pay for anything not on the F menu" policy change in the context of the fruit and cheese plate, I find that far less irritating since I suspect passengers are more likely to request fruit and cheese as an alternative to a full breakfast or lunch
neither my wife nor I really had a "North of Expected" AS First Class service experience ... I'd really like my two GGUs back
AS2, SEA-DCA (Sat 19 Nov) most recent instance -- I was in 3A; 3D got the last chicken (although both my wife (3C) and I heard the FA do a sotto voce count and say "7, perfect" before taking our orders)
Italian sausage isn't high on my list of favorite accompaniments; this wasn't a problem in and of itself, but the FA said I would have to pay $8 for the coach meal -- Tom Douglas turkey, a completely acceptable substitute
moreover, SEA catering forgot to include the ramekins of nuts, the FA didn't provide hot towels before beverage service (strangely, she did so just prior to the captain's "prepare for landing" announcement during descent), and the entire supply of Hedge Trimmer gin was gone by the time she came around in the middle of dinner service to ask if we wanted another round of drinks
I fully understand why AS caters 8/8 entrees on a 16F jet, I know the "Availability of menu items may be limited" disclaimer is at the bottom of the FC menu card, and I've heard the "We apologize if your choice is no longer available when we reach your row" speech in coach many times on many airlines; nevertheless, I really don't think F passengers should EVER have to pay for ANY inflight food or beverage
that said, while I've seen a fair amount of FT grumbling about the "F passengers now have to pay for anything not on the F menu" policy change in the context of the fruit and cheese plate, I find that far less irritating since I suspect passengers are more likely to request fruit and cheese as an alternative to a full breakfast or lunch
neither my wife nor I really had a "North of Expected" AS First Class service experience ... I'd really like my two GGUs back
I have yet to pay for a fruit and cheese plate when I've refused the entree, but maybe it is because there is only one of me.