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ept0202

Dec 19, 2013 7:39 pm

First Class Seating Question

Hi
Let me preface my question by letting you know, I fly a lot for work - sometimes with a group but we don't sit all together. So where I sit is based solely on my personal preferences.

For my parents 50th anniversary I got them First Class tickets to go visit my sister in Kansas - the three of us are flying together. I am in a quandary on how to sit so we can enjoy each others company (this will be my mom's first time flying since 9/11 and first time First Class)

We are on American - flying a 319 and a 738. None are lay flat - and they are all 2+2. So do I sit behind them or do we sit on the same row. Right now we are all in a row in the bulkhead (my preference). Both seating arrangements have their merits and flaws in my opinion, so I am here soliciting opinions to help me with my final seating decision.

Thanks in advance

bj2757

Dec 19, 2013 8:16 pm

I'd vote for staying put - fewer strained necks turning around all the time :-)

JerryFF

Dec 19, 2013 9:38 pm

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Originally Posted by bj2757 (Post 21998051)

I'd vote for staying put - fewer strained necks turning around all the time :-)

+1 - it is a lot easier to lean across the row to talk than to try to turn around.

Finkface

Dec 20, 2013 2:50 pm

Count me in for staying put. Across the aisle is a lot easier than in front/behind. Hope your mom enjoys the flight up front!

ept0202

Dec 20, 2013 6:31 pm

Thanks - I think I will keep it the same. Appreciate the input all.

And I do think my mom will enjoy the front row - she is quite giddy about it. Which makes me happy to do that for her.

philemer

Dec 20, 2013 9:01 pm

Quote:

Originally Posted by ept0202 (Post 21997890)

For my parents 50th anniversary I got them First Class tickets to go visit my sister in Kansas - the three of us are flying together.

Thanks in advance

I hope you were able to use miles and not cash. :) Enjoy the trip!

YYBGrinder

Dec 20, 2013 9:49 pm

I took my mom along to CDG a few years ago for my company's year end meeting/Xmas party because the wife couldn't make it. Flew J in the 763 lay flat pods. She was like a little kid in there, it was hilarious. Made my whole trip seeing that look of pure giddiness on her face.

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