CX vs KA J Class
Dec 5, 2010 | 5:34 am
#31
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A343: long haul product
B773: if not 77A, regional product
For short haul run 773 should be a more comfort ride unless you are picky with Inflight entertainment
Originally Posted by nologic
OK, local geniuses...now what about the difference in J seats on CX HKG to PVG on A343 versus B773, assuming the equipment stays the same?
B773: if not 77A, regional product
For short haul run 773 should be a more comfort ride unless you are picky with Inflight entertainment
Dec 5, 2010 | 5:44 am
#32
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A343: long haul product
B773: if not 77A, regional product
For short haul run 773 should be a more comfort ride unless you are picky with Inflight entertainment
Originally Posted by nologic
OK, local geniuses...now what about the difference in J seats on CX HKG to PVG on A343 versus B773, assuming the equipment stays the same?
B773: if not 77A, regional product
For short haul run 773 should be a more comfort ride unless you are picky with Inflight entertainment
Dec 5, 2010 | 5:56 am
#33
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A343: long haul product
B773: if not 77A, regional product
For short haul run 773 should be a more comfort ride unless you are picky with Inflight entertainment
Originally Posted by nologic
OK, local geniuses...now what about the difference in J seats on CX HKG to PVG on A343 versus B773, assuming the equipment stays the same?
B773: if not 77A, regional product
For short haul run 773 should be a more comfort ride unless you are picky with Inflight entertainment
Dec 9, 2010 | 5:10 pm
#34
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I am booked on CX 360 which is showing a 744 which probably gives me a good shot a seat in F booked as C!
Why does CX fly a 747 on this route and not sell the F space? I'm surprised to see a 747 at all.
Why does CX fly a 747 on this route and not sell the F space? I'm surprised to see a 747 at all.
Dec 10, 2010 | 3:37 am
#35
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CX regionals often have last-minute equipment changes, so don't necessarily expect a 744. If CX sells F on this flight, when a equipment change does occur, F pax will be very disappointed.
Dec 10, 2010 | 3:51 am
#36
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I learned the hard way...it was downgraded to a 2 class Airbus. 
But flight was fine. Food was decent. Business class cabin was 70% empty. Crew was excellent. Love the Billecart Salmon Brut Rose.
Here are some highlights from the menu:
Starter:
* Italian XO Marinated prawns with over-dried tomato salad and citrus vinaigrette (3 smallish prawns)
Main Course:
* Pan-fried chicken with ginger and spring onion, steamed jasmine rice and Chinese mixed vegetables (specially created by chef Cheng Kam Fu, Celebrity Cuisine)
* Grilled ling fish with basil tomato concasse, sauteed shallot mustard potatoes, carrot, and asparagus
* Pan-fried sliced beef with Peking onion and satay sauce, braised e-fu noodles and choy sum
Haagen Dazs Ice Cream
Tea and coffee
Passion Fruit Macaroon
Champagne:
Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose
White Wine:
P. Ferraud & Fils Cice-Clesse 2008
Next of Kins Margaret River Chardonnay 2009 (Western Australia)
Red Wine:
RockBare McLaren Vale Shiraz 2008 (Australia)
Lionel Osmin Haut Capitole Fronton 2007 (SW France, Negrette, Cab Savignon, + Cab Franc).
Vintage Port:
Dow's Late Bottled Vintage Port 2006
Cognac:
Hine Rare and Delicate Fine Champagne Cognac
Wiskey:
Chivas 12 year old or JW Green Label
But flight was fine. Food was decent. Business class cabin was 70% empty. Crew was excellent. Love the Billecart Salmon Brut Rose.Here are some highlights from the menu:
Starter:
* Italian XO Marinated prawns with over-dried tomato salad and citrus vinaigrette (3 smallish prawns)
Main Course:
* Pan-fried chicken with ginger and spring onion, steamed jasmine rice and Chinese mixed vegetables (specially created by chef Cheng Kam Fu, Celebrity Cuisine)
* Grilled ling fish with basil tomato concasse, sauteed shallot mustard potatoes, carrot, and asparagus
* Pan-fried sliced beef with Peking onion and satay sauce, braised e-fu noodles and choy sum
Haagen Dazs Ice Cream
Tea and coffee
Passion Fruit Macaroon
Champagne:
Billecart-Salmon Brut Rose
White Wine:
P. Ferraud & Fils Cice-Clesse 2008
Next of Kins Margaret River Chardonnay 2009 (Western Australia)
Red Wine:
RockBare McLaren Vale Shiraz 2008 (Australia)
Lionel Osmin Haut Capitole Fronton 2007 (SW France, Negrette, Cab Savignon, + Cab Franc).
Vintage Port:
Dow's Late Bottled Vintage Port 2006
Cognac:
Hine Rare and Delicate Fine Champagne Cognac
Wiskey:
Chivas 12 year old or JW Green Label
May 12, 2012 | 12:34 pm
#37
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I have an upcoming trip to India in J and want to know which carrier you recommend. I will be visiting MAA and BLR from NRT and can goto either city to start my India trip.
My options are:
NRT-HKG-MAA (All CX flights)
NRT-HKG on CX and HKG-BLR on KA
Which route is recommended in regards to comfort, food and service? I have flown CX couple of times to MNL & BKK but never on KA to any destination.
Also, will I have access to CX lounges in HKG if fly KA? Your advice is appreciated.
My options are:
NRT-HKG-MAA (All CX flights)
NRT-HKG on CX and HKG-BLR on KA
Which route is recommended in regards to comfort, food and service? I have flown CX couple of times to MNL & BKK but never on KA to any destination.
Also, will I have access to CX lounges in HKG if fly KA? Your advice is appreciated.
May 13, 2012 | 2:23 am
#39
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I have an upcoming trip to India in J and want to know which carrier you recommend. I will be visiting MAA and BLR from NRT and can goto either city to start my India trip.
My options are:
NRT-HKG-MAA (All CX flights)
NRT-HKG on CX and HKG-BLR on KA
Which route is recommended in regards to comfort, food and service? I have flown CX couple of times to MNL & BKK but never on KA to any destination.
Also, will I have access to CX lounges in HKG if fly KA? Your advice is appreciated.
My options are:
NRT-HKG-MAA (All CX flights)
NRT-HKG on CX and HKG-BLR on KA
Which route is recommended in regards to comfort, food and service? I have flown CX couple of times to MNL & BKK but never on KA to any destination.
Also, will I have access to CX lounges in HKG if fly KA? Your advice is appreciated.
CX is deploying regional fleet for HKG--MAA (NO FLAT BED AND NO AVOD) while KA deploys 33L which has got a flat bed which is up to international standard although the PTV has no AVOD as well
food in KA is better too!
May 13, 2012 | 12:39 pm
#40
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Awesome. I guess I will go with KA then.
For my awareness in case of future trips to India, does CX use international style Flat beds to BOM & DEL? I believe KA does not serve these cities.
May 14, 2012 | 4:50 am
#41
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May 14, 2012 | 6:32 am
#42
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May 14, 2012 | 7:39 am
#43
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