Feb 4, 2017, 11:04 am
Airbus A350: seating Q&A
Nov 24, 2018, 6:05 pm
#106
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Recently flew DOH-ATL in 1K. No side storage compartment, as noted in this thread. The pad is there but it doesn’t open like it does in other seats. This is a minor difference. A more significant difference to me, and the reason I wanted to try row 1, was that the footwell does not get narrower like it does in rows 2 through 6, meaning more foot space for side-sleepers and toss-and-turners. But the big drawback was that the curtain to the galley was rarely completely closed, and the crack was just enough to have a fairly bright light from the ceiling of the galley beaming down on me. So, I’ll pass on row 1 on future flights. YMMV.
Nov 24, 2018, 7:38 pm
#107
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Recently flew DOH-ATL in 1K. No side storage compartment, as noted in this thread. The pad is there but it doesn’t open like it does in other seats. This is a minor difference. A more significant difference to me, and the reason I wanted to try row 1, was that the footwell does not get narrower like it does in rows 2 through 6, meaning more foot space for side-sleepers and toss-and-turners. But the big drawback was that the curtain to the galley was rarely completely closed, and the crack was just enough to have a fairly bright light from the ceiling of the galley beaming down on me. So, I’ll pass on row 1 on future flights. YMMV.
The seats available at this point is any seat in 2nd cabin.
Thanks for any advice!
Nov 26, 2018, 1:46 pm
#108
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Hi everyone, I am flying with a companion from DOH to JFK on the A350-1000 in a couple of months.
I booked seats 11E and F in the small Qsuite cabin, however those seats are against the galley and close to the bathroom door, according to Seatguru.
Are those seats really near the bathroom? I'm not so bothered about the light and galley noises, but more about the bathroom smells and flush noises. I'm happy to switch to the forward cabin, but the small intimate cabin in the back does look quite appealing.
Appreciate any insights!
I booked seats 11E and F in the small Qsuite cabin, however those seats are against the galley and close to the bathroom door, according to Seatguru.
Are those seats really near the bathroom? I'm not so bothered about the light and galley noises, but more about the bathroom smells and flush noises. I'm happy to switch to the forward cabin, but the small intimate cabin in the back does look quite appealing.
Appreciate any insights!
Jun 7, 2019, 1:19 am
#111
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If travelling in a non-Qsuites A350 it might be worth reviewing this thread and considering what would happen if you couldn't get your stuff back from the closet. Granted that it probably was a very rare occurrence, but ever since that episode I have always preferred to keep stuff with me or in the overhead lockers, irrespective of the airline.
Jun 7, 2019, 8:24 pm
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Does anyone know which door is used on the the A359 and 777? is it L1 or L2. Traveling SYD-BEY so this pertains to the DOH-BEY-DOH sectors. Thanks.
Jun 8, 2019, 2:12 am
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Jun 13, 2019, 2:42 pm
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I always choose bulkhead seats 7A and 7E for us on the non-Qsuite A350. It's not right at the back but it's in the smaller rear cabin and also had no problems with noise from Y cabin.
Jun 13, 2019, 6:29 pm
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Jun 13, 2019, 11:28 pm
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This is particularly annoying when the lights are already on in the Y section for breakfast service and the J lights are still out to allow for a longer sleep.
Jun 13, 2019, 11:33 pm
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Jun 14, 2019, 12:28 am
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Personally, I would certainly prefer people did not do that - those closets are usually used for some of the passengers' jackets etc by the crew, and I personally prefer that individual passengers do not rummage in a closet with some other passengers' jackets and that only crew do it. As mentioned, crew would always be happy to give you a hanger and they will put your clothes in if you do not want to keep them with you.
