LHR-ORD and DFW-LHR AA or BA in Y-class?
Mar 21, 2017, 3:24 pm
#1
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LHR-ORD and DFW-LHR AA or BA in Y-class?
I thought fewer Avios are earned when flying on AA vs. BA but the BA calculator actually shows the same Avios irrespective on whether I select BA or AA for LHR-ORD and DFW-LHR.
So, would you chose the 777-300 (AA) or 787-8 (AA) or 747 - all in Y class ?
I am BA gold so can benefit from lounge and advanced seat selection etc..
thoughts?
So, would you chose the 777-300 (AA) or 787-8 (AA) or 747 - all in Y class ?
I am BA gold so can benefit from lounge and advanced seat selection etc..
thoughts?
Mar 21, 2017, 3:43 pm
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I posed a similar question over on the AA forum as I was looking to fly from LAS to the UK and needed to fly Y to keep costs down while also trying to squeeze in a Saturday night! I ruled out the route via ORD for the same reason as given above which is that the daytime flight would be the 787 and even with MCE it would be horrific.
I would agree that the 777-300 ER with MCE seating would be the best option, followed by the 747. If there's a way you could do the A380 then the WT cabin upstairs might also be a good choice!
I would agree that the 777-300 ER with MCE seating would be the best option, followed by the 747. If there's a way you could do the A380 then the WT cabin upstairs might also be a good choice!
Mar 21, 2017, 3:56 pm
#4
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I would go for 777-300 ER main cabin extra.
Just flew BA 787 the other day in Y here is the legroom, I'm 5ft 11
and then I Flew LHR-ORD in main cabin extra on the 787-8, legroom was much better.
Just flew BA 787 the other day in Y here is the legroom, I'm 5ft 11
and then I Flew LHR-ORD in main cabin extra on the 787-8, legroom was much better.
Mar 21, 2017, 4:04 pm
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Your picture does show it's not so much the legroom, but does illustrate just how narrow these seats are and how little room there is under the seat in front for your feet thanks to the amount of space taken upon by that metal IFE box full of pentodes.
Mar 21, 2017, 4:17 pm
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THANKS everyone..
final check: if I fly on AA flight (AA6197) which is on BA metal (747)... I still earn normal TPs and Avios.. and probably does the flight also count as one of legs required towards retaining tier?
final check: if I fly on AA flight (AA6197) which is on BA metal (747)... I still earn normal TPs and Avios.. and probably does the flight also count as one of legs required towards retaining tier?
Mar 21, 2017, 4:34 pm
#7
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Yes should definitely be same TPs - think Avios also the same including relevant tier bonus - and it should count towards the minimum BA flight tally - that's my experience
I have had some issues with AA tickets on BA metal not crediting my account properly but normally sorted with a quick phone call when it happens
I have had some issues with AA tickets on BA metal not crediting my account properly but normally sorted with a quick phone call when it happens
Mar 21, 2017, 4:35 pm
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Haven't tried 9-across MCE on the AA 777-300ER yet, but I don't mind taking the 747s in 52B/J where the cabin narrows. Service starts from the back too so you get served first. Might be one of the last off, but plenty of space to stretch legs.
Mar 22, 2017, 2:12 am
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Mar 22, 2017, 2:29 am
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As I always say in the Y discussion threads, AA 777s with MCE (if you get it free as a SCH) is superior to almost any other Y option.
The only exceptions might be if you're travelling in a twosome and can get the front row pairs on a BA 747 for example (and thus not have to have a 3rd person next to you).
I still prefer to have the extra legroom behind me in MCE though, because I like to recline my seat and therefore know I can do it without annoying the row behind - makes me feel less stressed!
Bare in mind when flying to the US, if you're in the back row of a widebody and don't have Global Entry, you're basically guaranteeing yourself a reasonable waiting time at customs!
The only exceptions might be if you're travelling in a twosome and can get the front row pairs on a BA 747 for example (and thus not have to have a 3rd person next to you).
I still prefer to have the extra legroom behind me in MCE though, because I like to recline my seat and therefore know I can do it without annoying the row behind - makes me feel less stressed!
Bare in mind when flying to the US, if you're in the back row of a widebody and don't have Global Entry, you're basically guaranteeing yourself a reasonable waiting time at customs!
Mar 22, 2017, 3:02 am
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As I always say in the Y discussion threads, AA 777s with MCE (if you get it free as a SCH) is superior to almost any other Y option.
The only exceptions might be if you're travelling in a twosome and can get the front row pairs on a BA 747 for example (and thus not have to have a 3rd person next to you).
I still prefer to have the extra legroom behind me in MCE though, because I like to recline my seat and therefore know I can do it without annoying the row behind - makes me feel less stressed!
Bare in mind when flying to the US, if you're in the back row of a widebody and don't have Global Entry, you're basically guaranteeing yourself a reasonable waiting time at customs!
The only exceptions might be if you're travelling in a twosome and can get the front row pairs on a BA 747 for example (and thus not have to have a 3rd person next to you).
I still prefer to have the extra legroom behind me in MCE though, because I like to recline my seat and therefore know I can do it without annoying the row behind - makes me feel less stressed!
Bare in mind when flying to the US, if you're in the back row of a widebody and don't have Global Entry, you're basically guaranteeing yourself a reasonable waiting time at customs!
Mar 22, 2017, 10:47 am
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But theoretically you could do it in as quick as two weeks if you got an interview slot the day after you're conditionally approved.