Premium Economy seating advice needed
Jul 14, 2012, 11:56 pm
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 16
Premium Economy seating advice needed
hi everyone, this is my first posting, having been reading the forum for a while.
in January 2013 i will be flying to HKG from LHR in Premium Economy.
previously i flew economy as always found the shell seats perfect, even though tall, at least no one encroach into my space by reclining. i found 68K on a 747-400 a good choice always, as extra legroom by side of seat in front, and quiet too, and good view from window
i got one op-up to business class as well, which was nice.
anyways, i booked 31A as when choosing the seat, the diagram on the Cathay Pacific page for a 777 showed them in advance of the wing, even when checking MMB page after booking. even doing a dummy seat change to see seats free after booking.
having checked further, from photos, looks like the seat is over the wing in reference to door position. also no window in fuselage, only the door window.
looks like it is going to be 777-300-ER4 i will be flying on.
every flight seems to have 32H/K blocked from booking, so could not choose them, even checking a 2 week spread.
i am 6ft5in and wondering if i change to 34A, if the recline from 33A will be much into my 'own space'.
landing in HK is always fantastic and like to take photos and video out of the window when landing.
it just seems a bit strange having premium economy seats over a wing and a view blocked of landing, when you can get a view from economy.
thanks in advance for any help
in January 2013 i will be flying to HKG from LHR in Premium Economy.
previously i flew economy as always found the shell seats perfect, even though tall, at least no one encroach into my space by reclining. i found 68K on a 747-400 a good choice always, as extra legroom by side of seat in front, and quiet too, and good view from window
i got one op-up to business class as well, which was nice.
anyways, i booked 31A as when choosing the seat, the diagram on the Cathay Pacific page for a 777 showed them in advance of the wing, even when checking MMB page after booking. even doing a dummy seat change to see seats free after booking.
having checked further, from photos, looks like the seat is over the wing in reference to door position. also no window in fuselage, only the door window.
looks like it is going to be 777-300-ER4 i will be flying on.
every flight seems to have 32H/K blocked from booking, so could not choose them, even checking a 2 week spread.
i am 6ft5in and wondering if i change to 34A, if the recline from 33A will be much into my 'own space'.
landing in HK is always fantastic and like to take photos and video out of the window when landing.
it just seems a bit strange having premium economy seats over a wing and a view blocked of landing, when you can get a view from economy.
thanks in advance for any help
Last edited by Cathay8; Jul 15, 2012 at 12:02 am
Jul 15, 2012, 11:21 pm
#3
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 16
thanks for the reply, i appreciate it.
32K would be better choice, as the view is important from the window.
hopefully i will find some photos showing how much can be seen over the wing when landing.
to be honest, if there is not a good view, i will try to cancel/change ticket and drop down to economy. the food and extra leg room on it's own is not enough for the extra 400GBP over economy. landing at HKIA is always fantastic, and missing that is not something i want to do.
i only ever fly Cathay Pacific on long haul from personal choice. this is first time i have ever found a problem. maybe it would be helpful if they update their 'seat options' when chosing to show where the wing of the aircraft is in relations to the seats, in real life.
regards
32K would be better choice, as the view is important from the window.
hopefully i will find some photos showing how much can be seen over the wing when landing.
to be honest, if there is not a good view, i will try to cancel/change ticket and drop down to economy. the food and extra leg room on it's own is not enough for the extra 400GBP over economy. landing at HKIA is always fantastic, and missing that is not something i want to do.
i only ever fly Cathay Pacific on long haul from personal choice. this is first time i have ever found a problem. maybe it would be helpful if they update their 'seat options' when chosing to show where the wing of the aircraft is in relations to the seats, in real life.
regards
Jul 18, 2012, 3:00 am
#5
Original Poster
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 16
thanks for the reply,
as i would like to have a window seat, 30D or G, would not be practical, as they are centre aisle seats.
if i can find out the angle of view to the ground from the premium economy seats 31 - 34, over the wing, but not looking good atm.
the view landing at Hong Kong is most important, followed by extra legroom. food is not important at all, over the economy class food choice.
for me the biggest thing, that the seat plan does not show the wings in the correct position, which i feel is very bad when choosing a seat is an important choice.
at time of booking this should relate to the 'real life' scenario.
if the view if not good from premium economy, i will try to cancel ticket and rebook economy at back of plane, where i usually sit.
i only booked premium as a special reason to be in Hong Kong, and wanted the time there to start with a good journey.
kind regards
btw, really liking this forum, finding it very friendly and helpful
as i would like to have a window seat, 30D or G, would not be practical, as they are centre aisle seats.
if i can find out the angle of view to the ground from the premium economy seats 31 - 34, over the wing, but not looking good atm.
the view landing at Hong Kong is most important, followed by extra legroom. food is not important at all, over the economy class food choice.
for me the biggest thing, that the seat plan does not show the wings in the correct position, which i feel is very bad when choosing a seat is an important choice.
at time of booking this should relate to the 'real life' scenario.
if the view if not good from premium economy, i will try to cancel ticket and rebook economy at back of plane, where i usually sit.
i only booked premium as a special reason to be in Hong Kong, and wanted the time there to start with a good journey.
kind regards
btw, really liking this forum, finding it very friendly and helpful
Dec 20, 2012, 1:53 am
#8
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: HKG
Programs: CX DM, NH Plat, SPG Lifetime Plat, Hyatt Plat
Posts: 402
Bulkhead in PE reserved for DMs on request only
Was told at HKG F checkin that the bulkhead in PE is now being held (similar to the front J mini-cabin on 77Ws) for DMs on request at airport checkin only -- not accessible through OLCI where the whole row will appear occupied -- whereas it is really on hold.
If you are not DM then you may have a chance at the gate to request it once DMs have been accommodated.
Problem is that CX has now realised there is a very distinct advantage to the spaciousness of the bulkhead row in PE vs the remaining other rows.
If you are not DM then you may have a chance at the gate to request it once DMs have been accommodated.
Problem is that CX has now realised there is a very distinct advantage to the spaciousness of the bulkhead row in PE vs the remaining other rows.
Dec 20, 2012, 5:26 am
#10
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 6,978
PEY balkhead seats are horrible in my opinion vs. other seats. The bulkhead seat's IFE are in a strange position that you can't really enjoy the movie unless you sit upright. The leg rest is still pretty bad even with full extension (I am not super tall, only 6'). Personally I would avoid it. Y on the otherhand is great.
Dec 20, 2012, 10:35 am
#11
Join Date: Jun 1999
Location: NYC/LA
Programs: DL Plat, AA Plat Pro, Marriott Titanium, IHG Diamond Amb
Posts: 7,486
Hopefully those of us who have existing seat assignments in the bulkhead will not be moved...
Dec 20, 2012, 4:21 pm
#12
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Los Angeles
Programs: Thai
Posts: 397
They better not take away our bulkhead seat reservations. That would royally P**S me off! It was obvious when I booked my flight that all bulkhead seats were being blocked from being picked online, but a call to Cathay and they seemed more than happy to assign me one of the seats.