BA223 to Nashville on Sunday 19 with F seats
Jan 17, 2020, 9:57 am
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Jan 17, 2020, 10:44 am
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Jan 17, 2020, 10:49 am
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On 380s, 777 and 747s, the middle block consists of a pair of rear facing seats, which are popular with couples and those with young children, but it also means more people have to step over the aisle passenger to get to that aisle. On 787s there are only 3 passengers in the middle section, plus 2 bulkheads so it's easier for single passengers to avoid the step-over or the stepped over, given that some will go to couples.
Jan 17, 2020, 12:45 pm
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It was never planned or intended to be a First route. But because it went into positive numbers in record time it will offer First during summer months only (June to October or thereabouts). I wouldn't assume it will necessarily continue, the success is a bit of nuisance, talking to one high-up in BA: it was earmarked for 3 class 350, but even the cargo is doing so well that they were mulling about 777 or 747 options. It is switching the 787-10 later on this year. Not sure if BNA is 747 enabled, but still the route's success is interesting.
Separately, BA are running very thin on 787-8s at the moment, so 787-9 are covering a lot of routes.
Separately, BA are running very thin on 787-8s at the moment, so 787-9 are covering a lot of routes.
Jan 17, 2020, 12:51 pm
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Jan 20, 2020, 4:04 am
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And indeed they did kick everyone out. Thanks for the advice.
I used the restroom up front at one point and half the F cabin seemed to be filled with crew sleeping or watching movies. They must love this flight.
I used the restroom up front at one point and half the F cabin seemed to be filled with crew sleeping or watching movies. They must love this flight.