Which seat to choose???
Jul 29, 2011, 6:32 am
#1
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Which seat to choose???
I'm flying on the Emirates A380 and I was wondering what people's opinions were between an normal economy seat in the front of the plane (I've heard its cosy 
) or the seat 68k, which seems to have extra legroom being behind the emergency exit row.
Which of these to people think would be better? I'm a little concerned about the tv being in the armrest; do you still get controls to play games and does it strain the neck to watch?
Its just its my first and probably only time on the A380, so I want it to be really good (I know that sounds sad)!
) or the seat 68k, which seems to have extra legroom being behind the emergency exit row. Which of these to people think would be better? I'm a little concerned about the tv being in the armrest; do you still get controls to play games and does it strain the neck to watch?
Its just its my first and probably only time on the A380, so I want it to be really good (I know that sounds sad)!
Jul 29, 2011, 12:26 pm
#3
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Which sector is this?
If it's a long trip go for 68k for the extra legroom; if it's short flight then the front seats are also nice and just a bit quieter. You also get a wing-free view from the windows if you like looking out.
If it's a long trip go for 68k for the extra legroom; if it's short flight then the front seats are also nice and just a bit quieter. You also get a wing-free view from the windows if you like looking out.
Jul 29, 2011, 8:44 pm
#4
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And thanks Yanny Baba!
Jul 30, 2011, 3:37 pm
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Jul 30, 2011, 8:15 pm
#6
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If one is right handed 68K is better as there's more space for elbow movement while eating the meal (if someone is in the middle seat).
Jul 30, 2011, 10:36 pm
#7
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Just my ¢2
Up front is quieter and if the IFE screen is in your armrest you will miss the take off and landing view its fun http://www.airliners.net/aviation-fo....main/5190919/
If you are a transit pax, does not matter where you sit, however if your destination is Dubai, get off the damn plane faster by being up front
Disclaimer : never been in row 68, have enjoyed the first few rows ABC and checking out the little office under the front stairs. Y CSD gets the worst work space, its a closet.
Up front is quieter and if the IFE screen is in your armrest you will miss the take off and landing view its fun http://www.airliners.net/aviation-fo....main/5190919/
If you are a transit pax, does not matter where you sit, however if your destination is Dubai, get off the damn plane faster by being up front
Disclaimer : never been in row 68, have enjoyed the first few rows ABC and checking out the little office under the front stairs. Y CSD gets the worst work space, its a closet.
Jul 31, 2011, 12:00 am
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Now there is a tidbit of info that is not bought out on Seat Guru. Call me slow bit in all my years I had never considered that, but I will now! Thanks.
Jul 31, 2011, 1:56 am
#10
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The same applies to any groups of seats, in any class. The right hand seat will always give a right hander more room to manoeuvre when using cutlery, laptop, etc.
Jul 31, 2011, 2:32 am
#11
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You'd think it is an easy decision on the Suites since there is no one around, but it really depends on which hand you're going to reach for the Dom with. No point wasting time reaching for the glass.
Jul 31, 2011, 3:56 am
#13
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Tis true, but i was referring to the elbow jousting you may have to indulge in with a neighbour in a left handed seat.