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Beware: Last Minute Equipment Swap can result in a 10 across 77W even though it shows 9 across during booking
Answers to Most Frequently Asked Questions
777 Fleet Facts/Plan - 34 777-300ERs Total as of November 2018 - RL is available on All 777s - configuration reported based on FTer trip report noted in this topic
+ for 77A/M/B (New/Refurbished/10-abreast)
Links to other Discussions
Link to first post in this thread with seat maps
Answers to Most Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes, Royal Laurel (RL) cabin is available on ALL 777s
- Wifi is available on all 777s when it works.
- 77N/Seatguru V1 (38J/64W/211Y) - No longer in service
- 77A/Seatguru V2 (39J/56W/238Y) - 9-abreast Y cabin with WiFi
- 77M/Seatguru V3 (38J/64W/221Y) - 9-abreast with WiFi and 10 extra seats added in the rear Y cabin
- 77B/Seatguru V4 (39J/56W/258Y) - 10-abreast Y with new color scheme
- Kitty Jet
s are: Shining Star Jet (77A)and Hand-in-Hand (77M)- Currently serving ORD - Involved in a baggage cart incident at BKK on 9 NOV 2023, might be out of service a little - Seasonal changes are to be expected in the summer months; 77B aircraft will be shifted onto European routes and 77A/M aircraft will substitute in on North American services.
777 Fleet Facts/Plan - 34 777-300ERs Total as of November 2018 - RL is available on All 777s - configuration reported based on FTer trip report noted in this topic
- 0x 77Ws (Original Configuration with PL recliner J seats)
- 0x 77Ns / Seatguru V1 38-64-211 (First Configuration with RL lie flat J seats)
- 13x 77Ms / Seatguru V3 38-64-221 (Retrofitted from 77N with 10 more seats added in the rear Y cabin) converted from 77Ns starting summer of 2015/ended in 2H2016 - B-16703 (Hello Kitty Sanrio Family), B-16705, B-16706, B-16707, B-16708, B-16709, B-16710, B-16711, B-16712, B-16713, B-16715 (Star Alliance), B-16716, B-16717(Leased to Air NZ)
- Currently flies on TPE-LAX (Two night time flights, varies on the daytime flight), TPE-AMS (via BKK), TPE-CDG, TPE-LHR (via BKK), TPE-VIE, TPE-VIE (via BKK), Variable SFO(BR7/8 only)
- 11x 77As / Seatguru V2 39-56-238 in Service - B-16718, B-16719, B-16720, B-16721, B-16722 (Hello Kitty Shining Star), B-16723, B-16725, B-16726, B-16727, B-16728, B-16729
- Currently flies on TPE-JFK/IAH/ORD/YYZ/Variable LAX and SFO service
- 10x 77B / Seatguru V4 39-56-258 with 10-abreast economy cabin - B-16730, B-16731, B-16732, B-16733, B-16735, B-16736, B-16737, B-16738, B-16739, B-16740
- Currently flies on TPE-SFO [2x daily(BR17/18/27/28) w/ variable daytime service(BR7/8)], TPE-SEA, TPE-YVR
- Total of 34 777-300ERs + 5 777 Fs in the fleet when all aircraft are delivered
+ for 77A/M/B (New/Refurbished/10-abreast)
- Wifi/SMS - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/eva-...i-service.html
- Improved AVOD - larger screen, multi-point, tablet style interaction(Tablet only available on 77A and 77B in RL), new Android-based IFE system on all aircraft
- USB/Power at every seat
- AVOD box removed from bottom of seat - more leg room
Links to other Discussions
- New 77A Configuration: EVA Air - Business Seat Question on 77W EVA Air - Business Seat Question on 77W
- Economy: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/eva-a...777-300-a.html
- Elite and Economy Discussions: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/other...you-think.html
- Elite Discussions: EVA AIR Elite Class Premium Economy Review (777) EVA AIR Elite Class Premium Economy Review (777)
- 77N Elite Trip Report: http://www.flywithdinh.com/blogs/eva-air-elite-class/
- 77N Kitty Jet Trip Report: EVA Air Hello Kitty Transpacific Royal Laurel Class 2014 EVA Air Hello Kitty Transpacific Royal Laurel Class 2014
- RL Discussions: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/other...rel-class.html
- 10 Abreast Seating Discussions: EVA goes 10 abreast 777 EVA goes 10 abreast 777
- EVA Air Hello Kitty Service Changes(updated regularly by airline): http://www.evaair.com/en-global/abou...e.html?filter=
Link to first post in this thread with seat maps
Everything You Want to Know About Where to Sit on an EVA 777-300ER
Apr 1, 23, 3:34 am
#721
Join Date: Sep 2016
Posts: 291
Combed through this thread and saw differing opinions ... does anyone know if bulkhead RL seats (Row 1 & 8) have a wider foot well? I'm a tummy sleeper so I often pick bulkhead seats across J cabins (say on Swiss, Singapore Air, etc.) because I like the extra footwell space to move my legs around as I sleep, versus feeling crammed in (which I get in say QSuites, SQ non-bulkhead, etc).
Would love any pics or thoughts folks may have if you've sat bulkhead in Royal Laurel before - thanks!
Would love any pics or thoughts folks may have if you've sat bulkhead in Royal Laurel before - thanks!
Apr 26, 23, 2:35 am
#723
Join Date: Mar 2019
Posts: 194
The rows in the front section are staggered, so the person in the aisle would either be to the front or to the back of the person in the window. That's up to your preference, whether you want to see our be seen.
If you sit in the back section then you can both be in the same row and see each other easily.
If you want to actually talk to each other then you might consider both getting aisle seats.
If you sit in the back section then you can both be in the same row and see each other easily.
If you want to actually talk to each other then you might consider both getting aisle seats.
May 9, 23, 3:56 pm
#724
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: YVR
Posts: 1,054
Planning on flying with BR in J with a lap infant (sorry) and was wondering what the recommended seats are.
Route is YVR-TPE, so looks like it's on the 77M, not sure if that makes much of a difference?
Currently we've chosen 8D/G, but there are plenty of other middle seats available. Based on my understanding, 8A/K there is potential for bassinet with infant, so a bit weary about potentially disrupting each other, but at the same time... perhaps the mini rear cabin is better for everyone else on the plane.
Route is YVR-TPE, so looks like it's on the 77M, not sure if that makes much of a difference?
Currently we've chosen 8D/G, but there are plenty of other middle seats available. Based on my understanding, 8A/K there is potential for bassinet with infant, so a bit weary about potentially disrupting each other, but at the same time... perhaps the mini rear cabin is better for everyone else on the plane.
Jun 1, 23, 12:50 am
#725
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Toronto, Ont., Canada
Programs: Aeroplan; Marriott Platinum; IHG Platinum; Best Western Diamond
Posts: 2,065
I've read through different threads about blocked RL and Elite class seats (e.g., first row of each cabin), but I was wondering about blocked economy class seats.
Specifically, my friend and I would like to select 73AC or HK as those are two-seat offerings. We don't mind disembarking last as we're transiting TPE.
I sent a direct message to BR ticketing and also called the reservations #. The agent said that they see what the customer sees and can't select it for us.
I've set up an EF seat alert, but in general, when might these rear seats open up? T-24 hours, I can see, but does BR still do T-100 days? Or perhaps if I had a higher IML status or purchased economy plus fares? The flight is in April 2020.
Thanks for any experience or insight you can provide.
Specifically, my friend and I would like to select 73AC or HK as those are two-seat offerings. We don't mind disembarking last as we're transiting TPE.
I sent a direct message to BR ticketing and also called the reservations #. The agent said that they see what the customer sees and can't select it for us.
I've set up an EF seat alert, but in general, when might these rear seats open up? T-24 hours, I can see, but does BR still do T-100 days? Or perhaps if I had a higher IML status or purchased economy plus fares? The flight is in April 2020.
Thanks for any experience or insight you can provide.
Jun 2, 23, 3:44 am
#726
Join Date: Mar 2007
Programs: UA MP, NW WP, AA
Posts: 683
The rows in the front section are staggered, so the person in the aisle would either be to the front or to the back of the person in the window. That's up to your preference, whether you want to see our be seen.
If you sit in the back section then you can both be in the same row and see each other easily.
If you want to actually talk to each other then you might consider both getting aisle seats.
If you sit in the back section then you can both be in the same row and see each other easily.
If you want to actually talk to each other then you might consider both getting aisle seats.
My 10-year old princess strongly prefers a window seat. We moved from 5G-K to 9G-K.
Jul 1, 23, 3:45 am
#727
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 207
I recently flew AMS-TPE (tech stop in BKK, overnight break at TPE) TPE-BNE, on 787 airframes and in Royal Laurel class the whole way. The seats were finished very stylishly, but I am quite tall and found them not quite long enough to sleep comfortably. The similar underlying seat on Qantas' 787s is longer and I slept better.
Looking at next year, if I can book the 777 out of (ideally) CDG, or failing that LHR or even AMS again if the 777 sticks (but the lounge situation there was dire), are the seats longer in bed mode than on the 787? I have flown a range of reverse-herringbone products and generally find them comfortable enough.
Looking at next year, if I can book the 777 out of (ideally) CDG, or failing that LHR or even AMS again if the 777 sticks (but the lounge situation there was dire), are the seats longer in bed mode than on the 787? I have flown a range of reverse-herringbone products and generally find them comfortable enough.
Jul 19, 23, 4:18 pm
#729
Formerly doc4science
Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: CMH/DSM
Programs: United Airlines Silver, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 540
I'm flying TPE-ORD soon and selected seats 9A and 10A as I thought the mini cabin would be better than the forward one, but after reading about the bassinet location I am rethinking my decision. The only other open seats are 6A and 6K. I don't care about proximity to the other passenger in my party. Would I be better off switching or staying where I am?
Jul 19, 23, 10:13 pm
#730
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: SFO SJC OAK
Programs: A3*G, Marriott Titanium+LTG
Posts: 62
Having just flown in row 9, my preference remains with the front cabin, even if it means flying in the last row of the front cabin. (There was incidentally also usage of the bassinet in 8, but fortunately the kid appeared to be a very good flyer).
Depending on your 777-300ER configuration, 6K may or may not have a lav behind it (if you see 7K, that's a huge hint).
IIRC, the configs with 7K have the newer IFE, which is nice.
Depending on your 777-300ER configuration, 6K may or may not have a lav behind it (if you see 7K, that's a huge hint).
IIRC, the configs with 7K have the newer IFE, which is nice.
Jul 19, 23, 10:47 pm
#731
Formerly doc4science
Join Date: Sep 2019
Location: CMH/DSM
Programs: United Airlines Silver, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 540
Having just flown in row 9, my preference remains with the front cabin, even if it means flying in the last row of the front cabin. (There was incidentally also usage of the bassinet in 8, but fortunately the kid appeared to be a very good flyer).
Depending on your 777-300ER configuration, 6K may or may not have a lav behind it (if you see 7K, that's a huge hint).
IIRC, the configs with 7K have the newer IFE, which is nice.
Depending on your 777-300ER configuration, 6K may or may not have a lav behind it (if you see 7K, that's a huge hint).
IIRC, the configs with 7K have the newer IFE, which is nice.
If I may ask, why do you prefer the forward cabin? I remember picking 9A/10A because I was under the impression they were served by the chief purser and thus had better service. Is this not the case?
Jul 19, 23, 11:24 pm
#732
Join Date: Jan 2019
Posts: 48
I just flew ORD-TPE-BKK on B-16722 and B-16733 (Prem Econ). The seats were different, and I found B-16722 to be more a comfortable hard product. Which one had the newer seat from the googled photos below?
B-16722 seat style
B-16733 seat style
B-16722 seat style
B-16733 seat style
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Jul 20, 23, 2:01 am
#733
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: SFO SJC OAK
Programs: A3*G, Marriott Titanium+LTG
Posts: 62
- The forward cabin has a less hectic preflight service. BR generally boards 77W's out of Doors 1L and 2L. 1L is exclusively for Royal Laurel passengers and naturally means once all of the RL passengers are on board, no further passengers embark. 2L (forward of the rear cabin) continues to be used for the rest of the plane, making preflight particularly tricky for the FA's.
- The forward cabin has easier lav access with easy access to all 3 lavs. The rear cabin needs to pass through the galley to get to any lav., and realistically, the forward lav is unavailable.
- The forward cabin has less obstructed views. The rear cabin has better views of the engine (if you're into that).
- I've found for forward and rear cabin service quality to be nearly indistinguishable, so getting served by the Chief Purser isn't a huge priority for me.
Jul 20, 23, 2:11 am
#734
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: SFO SJC OAK
Programs: A3*G, Marriott Titanium+LTG
Posts: 62
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