New Club World (Genuinely something new)
#631
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Looking at the forward cabin of the B788 where BA currently has 21 seats, in this space QR fits 20 seats. For a true comparison this number would reduce by 2 to allow for the wc and galley equipment BA installed forward of doors 2.
#632
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#633
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I know so much but will be sitting on the information.
#635
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I flew QR 788 for the first time last week, I was not a fan in lie flat of the foot area - despite the BA failings regarding storage etc in my opinion their seat is more comfortable in sitting, lounging and sleeping position
#636
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That's a fair point about the QR 787 but it's worth noting that there's a lot more foot space on the A350 and A380 versions of this seat. Same on CX too when comparing the A330, B777 and A350. On this configuration, the aircraft's size does make a difference and that would no doubt also be the case on BA's diverse fleet if it's adopted.
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The QR version is the B/E Aerospace Super Diamond seat.
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I was rather hoping they might come up with something radical and new, given the original Club World design and how long they have taken to upgrade it. The basic reverse herringbone layout is getting a little old now and it seems airlines are beginning to move beyond it (QR Q Suite, CX 777X, LH 777X etc). It would be a shame if BA just take something middle of the road.
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I know that there's a lot of "1-2-1 vs 2-4-2" bandied around on here, but it is still quite startling to see that there are some people who seem to actually believe that CW is at twice the density of 1-2-1 business class cabins.
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#643
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If they move to a 1-2-1 reverse herringbone configuration I think the biggest improvement will be service.
The crew will actually be able to serve and interact directly with customers without faffing about with a divider or not being able to see what's behind the divider.
I hope its not the AY A350 J seat as its too cramped and would be a step backwards in regards to seat comfort/sleeping.
If its a modified B/E Aerospace Super Diamond then it will be a massive step up. Combine this with the new bedding and improved catering and it becomes a very competitive product again.
The crew will actually be able to serve and interact directly with customers without faffing about with a divider or not being able to see what's behind the divider.
I hope its not the AY A350 J seat as its too cramped and would be a step backwards in regards to seat comfort/sleeping.
If its a modified B/E Aerospace Super Diamond then it will be a massive step up. Combine this with the new bedding and improved catering and it becomes a very competitive product again.
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the modified B/E Aerospace Super Diamond would be a welcome change if true. The only issue I have with the seat is the under-screen tray/shelf which does knock the lower legs and you cannot lay on your back and raise your knees/legs -- well at least if you are 6'2" like me. annoying issue on QR and AA. but otherwise a lovely seat.
#645
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If it is indeed the QR J seat then much obliged. While the foot-well is on the small side, I can lie down flat without my squishing my feet, unlike the CW seat (unless in exit rows). 6'2" 85kg size.
Row 1 hopefully blocked for Golds, as that foot well is three times the size.
AY J is a bit cramped on the 350, as posted above, and that would be a blunder by BA if installed.
Row 1 hopefully blocked for Golds, as that foot well is three times the size.
AY J is a bit cramped on the 350, as posted above, and that would be a blunder by BA if installed.