Where to sit on the 747-8i [merged B74H experience reports]
Aug 13, 2021, 4:14 pm
#496
Join Date: Nov 2014
Programs: UA 2MM
Posts: 1,679
Any opinions about 88K/C upstairs (aisle and window on opposite sides - I'd be hoping to get someone to swap which seems reasonable given the same row) vs. 11A/C for a red-eye NYC->FRA? Given COVID upstairs feels like it may be a little less exposure (fewer people in close proximity) but it's a hassle to ask people to swap, especially in business class where they use a roster.
Aug 13, 2021, 6:49 pm
#497
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: New York, NY
Programs: Independent
Posts: 470
Actually, that's another question - if I can get my United number on the reservation (I'm *G) do I get preferential seat selection? It seems like some of the ones upstairs are blocked based on ExpertFlyer.
Aug 13, 2021, 10:35 pm
#498
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: SFO
Programs: UA Plat
Posts: 88
Alas, the downstairs only has a handful of open seats. Others may just be blocked though.
Actually, that's another question - if I can get my United number on the reservation (I'm *G) do I get preferential seat selection? It seems like some of the ones upstairs are blocked based on ExpertFlyer.
Actually, that's another question - if I can get my United number on the reservation (I'm *G) do I get preferential seat selection? It seems like some of the ones upstairs are blocked based on ExpertFlyer.
Aug 14, 2021, 9:17 am
#499
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Mostly, they are for HON's upon request and in some cases for SEN's.
Aug 14, 2021, 11:12 am
#501
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: New York, NY
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Last edited by hkcj; Aug 14, 2021 at 11:30 am Reason: Add quotes
Aug 16, 2021, 2:20 am
#502
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: 150km from MAN
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If you are referring to “preferred seats” marked with stars on a seat map such as rows 81 and 82 on the upper deck of the 747-8i, they are available to HONs and SENs to select and there’s no need to request them.
Aug 16, 2021, 4:07 am
#503
Join Date: Mar 2000
Location: Germany
Posts: 2,635
I prefer the downstairs middles anyway as they give you significantly more space and guaranteed aisle access.
Aug 16, 2021, 12:27 pm
#504
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: New York, NY
Programs: Independent
Posts: 470
I'm traveling with my wife so the aisle access isn't a big deal and she's never flown upstairs on a 747 so I thought that would be fun. 🤷🏻♂ I think in normal times I'd prefer the same, though for a red-eye neither of us is likely to get up anyway. OTOH downstairs middle isn't available so it's somewhat moot.
Aug 16, 2021, 11:23 pm
#505
Join Date: Sep 2012
Programs: AA plat, Hertz, gold , Bonvoy gold,IHGplat
Posts: 312
I really think that the upstairs has a better feel. there just seems to be more space..plus the side storage is an excellent bonus. If you are traveling as a couple..I would recommend upstairs every time.
Aug 17, 2021, 7:47 pm
#507
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Location: New York, NY
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Posts: 470
Aug 17, 2021, 11:57 pm
#508
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Aug 18, 2021, 2:12 am
#509
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By the magic of Lufthansa's IT, the star-blocked "preferred" seats are available for both HONs and SENs to book. No special requests required.