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Originally Posted by ft101
(Post 31031164)
The seat is the same. The cramped feel is due to the curvature of the plane body as it starts to narrow down, mostly noticed overhead IIRC but probably impinging slightly on storage space too.
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Originally Posted by 777-9X
(Post 31031028)
I read through this thread and 1A/1K are typically not recommended as the suite feels more cramped - but is this because of the lack of storage space or is the seat itself different? I can deal with the lack of storage space, as I can always ask the crew to stow my bag once I recline to bed. Is the seat/bed itself shorter than other suites? I'm tall so this to me matters most.
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It should also be noted that 1A/K face the curtains to the lounging are and toilets, so they are more exposed to people going to - and especially returning from - the toilets. |
1A is marginally worse than 4A/K |
On the other hand, any lingering doubts or concerns that one might have pre-booked the ‘wrong’ seat will evaporate completely if - once boarded - you are promptly informed by the visiting Purser that the entirety of the F cabin is at your disposal, and hence you may sit wherever you wish ;) Not a regular occurrence, admittedly ; but that’s precisely what happened to me last Friday evening when I flew EK in F for the relatively short trans-Tasman A380 leg CHC-SYD. |
Thank you, everyone!
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Hmm I quite enjoy 4A and 4K because they feel semi-isolated, and as a result, quite private.
I never noticed any issues with those seats. |
Quite frankly I never found any problems with any of the F class seats! |
I think the row 4 is too far back for me, as the galley is there and row 1 is too close to the toilets. I prefer row 2.
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Is there any variation of the first class seat on A380 ?
As I can see from the photo that the type of the touch panels are different some time . Flat type and also the old slightly rounded type. |
Originally Posted by karlwang87
(Post 31152778)
Is there any variation of the first class seat on A380 ?
As I can see from the photo that the type of the touch panels are different some time . Flat type and also the old slightly rounded type. With the Emirates A380, there are basically 3 generations of ICE hardware, and for F cabins they are installed as follows; A6-EDA to A6-EEE have the old system (1st generation ) F fitout with 23" screen and "rounded edges" type of touch panel. A6-EEF to A6-EOO have 2nd generation F fitout with 27" screen. A6-EOT to A6-EOW, A6-EOZ to A6-EUM, A6-EUR to A6-EUW and A6-EVB to A6-EVL (??? )have 3rd generation F fitout with 32" screen. Not sure if all units A6-EVB and later have F cabins, hence the question marks. With the rest of the F cabin (seat, storage, lighting etc.), there isn't a lot of difference between any of the existing A380s. |
Originally Posted by chanp
(Post 31051960)
I think the row 4 is too far back for me, as the galley is there and row 1 is too close to the toilets. I prefer row 2.
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Originally Posted by BadoRas
(Post 31154122)
I agree, that's always my preference too.
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Originally Posted by chanp
(Post 31051960)
I think the row 4 is too far back for me, as the galley is there and row 1 is too close to the toilets. I prefer row 2.
Originally Posted by BadoRas
(Post 31154122)
I agree, that's always my preference too.
Originally Posted by XXTSGR
(Post 31159707)
Definitely! I definitely prefer Row 1 to Row 4, put it that way. Overall I agree Row 2 is the best but I think Row 1 is underrated. If you aren't on a "maximize first class" flight, I would recommend Row 1 to anyone who is a regular in F, due to the relative quiet. Row 4 really can get noisy, I now have 3 flights back there and must admit I was disturbed in all 3. The biggest "downside" to Row 1 on A388 is not having a second window and a slightly reduced suite width, especially at feet, which is less of an issue (ironically) if you pay for F and are don't mind all the cosmetic imperfections. Row 1 is really quiet which I value highly, moreso that a bit more width and an extra window. Of course, I will choose Rows 2-3 if available, and/or middle seats if Mrs. QRC is accompanying me. I see some passengers get away with two window suites flying with the wife / husband. Suffice to say, Mrs. QRC is not cool with that at all. Middle seats when traveling together or I get hell. No damn clue what she is thinking......😂 |
Originally Posted by BadoRas
(Post 31153890)
With the Emirates A380, there are basically 3 generations of ICE hardware, and for F cabins they are installed as follows;
A6-EDA to A6-EEE have the old system (1st generation ) F fitout with 23" screen and "rounded edges" type of touch panel. A6-EEF to A6-EOO have 2nd generation F fitout with 27" screen. A6-EOT to A6-EOW, A6-EOZ to A6-EUM, A6-EUR to A6-EUW and A6-EVB to A6-EVL (??? )have 3rd generation F fitout with 32" screen. Not sure if all units A6-EVB and later have F cabins, hence the question marks. With the rest of the F cabin (seat, storage, lighting etc.), there isn't a lot of difference between any of the existing A380s. |
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