A380 First Class Seating
Apr 23, 2019, 11:30 pm
#151
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I once sat in 1A and didn’t really feel any difference, but now I steer clear of it because of everyone’s advice.
Apr 23, 2019, 11:50 pm
#152
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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.
Apr 24, 2019, 11:46 am
#155
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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.
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.
May 30, 2019, 4:18 am
#160
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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.
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.
May 30, 2019, 10:53 am
#161
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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.
Last edited by BadoRas; Jun 1, 2019 at 8:52 am
Jun 1, 2019, 8:13 am
#164
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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......😂
Jun 2, 2019, 10:57 am
#165
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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.
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.