Jul 2, 2015, 3:38 pm
Last edit by: drewguy
Version 1 is no longer in service (12 Feb 2017).
Note: This Wiki and thread is devoted to the pmUA 3-Cabin 777 Version 1. There is a second thread, and more extensive Wiki about both planes, in the Wiki and thread on Version 2. This thread should be used for discussion of Version 1, although older posts may refer to Version 2 (they were split 8/30/14).
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/united-airlines-mileageplus/1360456-everything-you-wanted-know-about-where-sit-pmua-3-cabin-777-version-2-a.html
And, if you're looking for the thread about pmCO 777, it's here: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/united-airlines-mileageplus/1475682-everything-you-want-know-about-where-sit-pmco-777-international-5.html
How can you tell from seat map which version you're on? Look at the seat map image below - if it's this, you're on Version 1
Version 1 vs. Version 2
There are two version of the international 3-class pmUA airplane.
"Version 1" on the United website has 8 First, 40 Business, and 218 coach seats. (no longer in service)
"Version21" has 8 First, 40 Business, and 221 coach seats. (formerly Version 2 is now Version 1).
One unique attribute of Version 1 was the crew rest seats at the back of the E+ cabin in the middle section of Rows 29 and 30 (seats DEG). On most flights these seats were curtained off and dedicated for use by the crew. However, they were sometimes available when these planes were used on shorter routes and there was no need for crew rest. They provided much better legroom and footrests. This post contains a description and pictures: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/25059936-post991.html
Fixed bassinets were available in economy 19G, 34G -- none in BF or GF.
Note: This Wiki and thread is devoted to the pmUA 3-Cabin 777 Version 1. There is a second thread, and more extensive Wiki about both planes, in the Wiki and thread on Version 2. This thread should be used for discussion of Version 1, although older posts may refer to Version 2 (they were split 8/30/14).
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/united-airlines-mileageplus/1360456-everything-you-wanted-know-about-where-sit-pmua-3-cabin-777-version-2-a.html
And, if you're looking for the thread about pmCO 777, it's here: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/united-airlines-mileageplus/1475682-everything-you-want-know-about-where-sit-pmco-777-international-5.html
How can you tell from seat map which version you're on? Look at the seat map image below - if it's this, you're on Version 1
Version 1 vs. Version 2
There are two version of the international 3-class pmUA airplane.
"Version
One unique attribute of Version 1 was the crew rest seats at the back of the E+ cabin in the middle section of Rows 29 and 30 (seats DEG). On most flights these seats were curtained off and dedicated for use by the crew. However, they were sometimes available when these planes were used on shorter routes and there was no need for crew rest. They provided much better legroom and footrests. This post contains a description and pictures: http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/25059936-post991.html
Fixed bassinets were available in economy 19G, 34G -- none in BF or GF.
Everything You Wanted to Know About Where to Sit on a pmUA 3-Cabin 777 Version 1
Jan 3, 2014, 3:26 pm
#736
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Jan 3, 2014, 4:22 pm
#737
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: SFO
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My Question is. My wife and I are going to Greece in the summer ...It looks to me like the middle seats in Global First are not what we be best for us to talk and see each other.
Right now we have row 1 window and the 1 isle....
Are the 2 middle seats in global first ok for a couple???
Is there clear sight for us to sit in the middle seats........
is there a partition in between seats in the middle ??
looks like on the seating chart the middle seats face away from each other.... Thank you for help
Right now we have row 1 window and the 1 isle....
Are the 2 middle seats in global first ok for a couple???
Is there clear sight for us to sit in the middle seats........
is there a partition in between seats in the middle ??
looks like on the seating chart the middle seats face away from each other.... Thank you for help
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Jan 3, 2014, 4:39 pm
#738
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My Question is. My wife and I are going to Greece in the summer ...It looks to me like the middle seats in Global First are not what we be best for us to talk and see each other.
Right now we have row 1 window and the 1 isle....
Are the 2 middle seats in global first ok for a couple???
Is there clear sight for us to sit in the middle seats........
is there a partition in between seats in the middle ??
looks like on the seating chart the middle seats face away from each other.... Thank you for help
Right now we have row 1 window and the 1 isle....
Are the 2 middle seats in global first ok for a couple???
Is there clear sight for us to sit in the middle seats........
is there a partition in between seats in the middle ??
looks like on the seating chart the middle seats face away from each other.... Thank you for help
Jan 3, 2014, 4:42 pm
#739
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Location: SEA, WAS, PEK
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Jan 3, 2014, 4:48 pm
#740
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Fight crowds for the bathroom? Hardly. Never had to wait for a bathroom in BF.
Yes the mattress pad is better, I agree.
The quietness of the GFL is nice too.
So overall "thicker" pad and quieter lounge (now with food you have to order no more buffet style). If those are important to you then by all means go for it.
Jan 3, 2014, 5:21 pm
#741
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: SEA, WAS, PEK
Programs: UA 3K UGS 3MM
Posts: 2,176
I flew both BF and GF last month. Personal attention in GF? After dinner the flight attendants hung out and didn't make a round for over an hour.
Fight crowds for the bathroom? Hardly. Never had to wait for a bathroom in BF.
Yes the mattress pad is better, I agree.
The quietness of the GFL is nice too.
So overall "thicker" pad and quieter lounge (now with food you have to order no more buffet style). If those are important to you then by all means go for it.
Fight crowds for the bathroom? Hardly. Never had to wait for a bathroom in BF.
Yes the mattress pad is better, I agree.
The quietness of the GFL is nice too.
So overall "thicker" pad and quieter lounge (now with food you have to order no more buffet style). If those are important to you then by all means go for it.
Jan 4, 2014, 3:26 pm
#742
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Los Angeles
Programs: MP-1K 2MM, HH-Diamond
Posts: 2
Thanks for everyone's help. I think I will stick with 6B so I don't need to climb over someone sleeping. I was wishing 6A had more space in front of the seats and you could get around the sleeper without climbing over. I appreciate your help.
Jan 4, 2014, 3:57 pm
#743
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The additional personal space in GF is what makes it for me. The BF seat (especially the pmCO seat IMO) is extremely tight. I can see how BF seems great if you are upgrading from coach but no one paying for J would accept UAs dated product. GF is the only reason to pay for BF.
Jan 4, 2014, 9:44 pm
#744
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Location: Washington, DC
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I agree 100%. Especially if we're talking about a pmUA 772, where they've basically squeezed eight seats across into a space that can properly accommodate only six. Ask someone who just sat in a middle seat on a pmUA 772 for a 12 hour flight whether they would have preferred to sit in GF.
Jan 4, 2014, 10:21 pm
#745
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Location: YYJ/YVR and back on Van Isle ....... for now
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Jan 25, 2014, 11:26 am
#746
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: SDF
Programs: UA 1k, Soon to be a free agent.
Posts: 41
Chances of an empty middle seat?
I know there are a lot of variables, but I'm curious about what more experienced flyers might do in this situation...
I'm flying IAD-DXB on Thursday on a UA 777-200. Here is the current seat map (I know, I know, it may not be accurate.)
I am in Exit Row 33K. Zero chance of upgrade. If this were you, would you keep the exit row and hope that the middle stays open, or move to one of the open widows in 28-30, hoping that those middle seats would be less likely to fill than the exit row?
I guess the question is are the middle rows on economy plus more likely to fill in the exit rows before the other rows? I know this may be impossible to predict and I doubt I'll actually move at this point, but I'm just curious as I gear up for my first ever MR.
I'm flying IAD-DXB on Thursday on a UA 777-200. Here is the current seat map (I know, I know, it may not be accurate.)
I am in Exit Row 33K. Zero chance of upgrade. If this were you, would you keep the exit row and hope that the middle stays open, or move to one of the open widows in 28-30, hoping that those middle seats would be less likely to fill than the exit row?
I guess the question is are the middle rows on economy plus more likely to fill in the exit rows before the other rows? I know this may be impossible to predict and I doubt I'll actually move at this point, but I'm just curious as I gear up for my first ever MR.
Jan 25, 2014, 1:07 pm
#747
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Minneapolis, MN (MSP)
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I know there are a lot of variables, but I'm curious about what more experienced flyers might do in this situation...
I'm flying IAD-DXB on Thursday on a UA 777-200. Here is the current seat map (I know, I know, it may not be accurate.)
I am in Exit Row 33K. Zero chance of upgrade. If this were you, would you keep the exit row and hope that the middle stays open, or move to one of the open widows in 28-30, hoping that those middle seats would be less likely to fill than the exit row?
I guess the question is are the middle rows on economy plus more likely to fill in the exit rows before the other rows? I know this may be impossible to predict and I doubt I'll actually move at this point, but I'm just curious as I gear up for my first ever MR.
I'm flying IAD-DXB on Thursday on a UA 777-200. Here is the current seat map (I know, I know, it may not be accurate.)
I am in Exit Row 33K. Zero chance of upgrade. If this were you, would you keep the exit row and hope that the middle stays open, or move to one of the open widows in 28-30, hoping that those middle seats would be less likely to fill than the exit row?
I guess the question is are the middle rows on economy plus more likely to fill in the exit rows before the other rows? I know this may be impossible to predict and I doubt I'll actually move at this point, but I'm just curious as I gear up for my first ever MR.
I'd guess that the middle E+ (non exit row) seats are the last to fill.
Jan 25, 2014, 1:23 pm
#748
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: WAS
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Yep, I prefer the middle pairs when traveling with the Wife. You can toast, chat, and even hold hands if you are willing to extend your a bit! You get air vents too!
Feb 2, 2014, 10:19 am
#749
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: LAX
Posts: 295
My gf and I are on the IAD-DXB flight currently in 34G and 34D (34E is still open and will switch with them if it fills up) and wanted to know how much leg room there is on these seats...the first page didn't provide too much insight. We have inflatable ottomans we'd like to use on this flight and want to make sure it fits (don't judge it's a long flight!). Does anyone know approx how many inches between the seat and the wall???
We have 20A/20B on the way back and I'm certain it won't be an issue on the return.
We have 20A/20B on the way back and I'm certain it won't be an issue on the return.
Feb 4, 2014, 1:56 pm
#750
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I just grabbed 6A for IAD-LHR, hope to sleep as much as possible, do I need to worry about losing this seat? I thought I had read that sometimes 6AB are used for flight attendant rest seats. Thanks!