Seating questions for PEY
Jan 23, 2014 | 8:47 am
#1
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Seating questions for PEY
Hi,
Can anyhow help me with these two questions?
1. For the first row of PEY, how much clearance is there for other pax who wish to cross over to the lav? The leg rest looks tempting but I'm wondering how practical it would be if there is a steady stream of pax crossing to/fro.
2. For the last row of PEY, is there sufficient space for recline? Is it limited in anyway?
Thanks!
Can anyhow help me with these two questions?
1. For the first row of PEY, how much clearance is there for other pax who wish to cross over to the lav? The leg rest looks tempting but I'm wondering how practical it would be if there is a steady stream of pax crossing to/fro.
2. For the last row of PEY, is there sufficient space for recline? Is it limited in anyway?
Thanks!
Jan 23, 2014 | 8:52 am
#2
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I have taken PEY twice and each time the crossover has been a real pain in the neck. I would advise you to avoid the central section for this reason and to sit on the right side of the cabin to make access to the toilets easy.
Jan 23, 2014 | 2:25 pm
#3
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Hi,
Can anyhow help me with these two questions?
1. For the first row of PEY, how much clearance is there for other pax who wish to cross over to the lav? The leg rest looks tempting but I'm wondering how practical it would be if there is a steady stream of pax crossing to/fro.
2. For the last row of PEY, is there sufficient space for recline? Is it limited in anyway?
Thanks!
Can anyhow help me with these two questions?
1. For the first row of PEY, how much clearance is there for other pax who wish to cross over to the lav? The leg rest looks tempting but I'm wondering how practical it would be if there is a steady stream of pax crossing to/fro.
2. For the last row of PEY, is there sufficient space for recline? Is it limited in anyway?
Thanks!
First row in 77H, 31A is next to an emergency exit and you'll face the IFA when taking off or landing, lots of space to jump around but no window
For 32K has shorter legroom but doable. My favorite seat in PEYFirst row in 74K, 30A & 30K has shorter legroom but doable, also my favorites. Only one person to cross over. Avoid 31D-G, the long legroom causes everyone to use that space as a crossroad to the lavatory
Jan 23, 2014 | 4:09 pm
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My favorite on 77H is 32K. The toilet in front of you is no bother at all (door is on the opposite side) and is the perfect place to rest your feet on. The last time I flew PE I slept like 8hrs+ on a LAX-HKG flight on this seat 
I'd avoid any of 30D-G as many use the space in front to cross over.
I'd avoid any of 30D-G as many use the space in front to cross over.
Jan 23, 2014 | 6:19 pm
#5
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I had several long flights on the last row of PEY, I like them. The recline is the same. I recline anytime I like without disturbing anybody. You can store pillows, blankets and coats in the space at the back of your chairs. Only thing is the opening and closing of the separating curtain.
Jan 23, 2014 | 6:57 pm
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At around 6'1"/183cm, the legrest in the first row of PEY doesn't do anything for me. I sat in that row once, and never again. It seems not to be designed for people that tall. Also, we keep seeing complaints about the fold-up IFE screens not working properly.
I generally like 32G or 33G, although I bet this will be a controversial choice. My thinking is:
-- I'm on the same side as the lav, so no need to cross in front of row 30.
-- I'm far enough back that the forward-facing entrance to the lav isn't an annoyance.
-- I'm far enough forward to be less bothered by noise from EY.
-- The middle seats are likely to be assigned last, so as a solo traveler a slightly greater chance of an empty seat next to me.
I generally like 32G or 33G, although I bet this will be a controversial choice. My thinking is:
-- I'm on the same side as the lav, so no need to cross in front of row 30.
-- I'm far enough back that the forward-facing entrance to the lav isn't an annoyance.
-- I'm far enough forward to be less bothered by noise from EY.
-- The middle seats are likely to be assigned last, so as a solo traveler a slightly greater chance of an empty seat next to me.
Jan 23, 2014 | 11:03 pm
#8
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Thanks for all your views. I am traveling in a party of 6 and so trying to get everyone seated near/next to each other while bearing in mind all the pros and cons will be a challenge. Right now I'm tending towards the group of 6 32hk through 34hk as 31hk (these are on a 77h) as 31h is shown as occupied at the moment. I'm guessing it's being held in case the bassinet is required though I note that 31k is shown as available
Jan 23, 2014 | 11:43 pm
#9
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Bulkhead has the advantage of the proper footrest which is much more comfortable than the one on other rows. When I flew the 77H, there was tonnes of space between where the feet ended and the bulkhead wall. As long as the person isn't clumsy, they won't trip or anything.
Jan 24, 2014 | 12:32 am
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given that im not super tall and do give people the eye for any disturbance, noone would walk across me (even if they have already walked pass 3 seats). it just wouldnt happen. unless you can walk over my legs when its sticking up over.
I love the first row. I'd take E/F over any other seat.
I love the first row. I'd take E/F over any other seat.
Jan 24, 2014 | 2:18 am
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given that im not super tall and do give people the eye for any disturbance, noone would walk across me (even if they have already walked pass 3 seats). it just wouldnt happen. unless you can walk over my legs when its sticking up over.
I love the first row. I'd take E/F over any other seat.
I love the first row. I'd take E/F over any other seat.
I am immune to glares.
Jan 24, 2014 | 7:28 am
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Jan 24, 2014 | 6:21 pm
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What do you folks think?