Sep 10, 2015, 9:05 am
Last edit by: UA Insider
Hi everyone,
Here's some more information about our new premium-cabin seat, which will be installed on more than 200 aircraft.
http://newsroom.united.com/2015-09-1...wbody-Aircraft
Features of the new seat include:
At 21.1 inches wide, the new United First seat is wider than the current seat and will have numerous custom-design elements and premium finishes.
The seat will debut on an Airbus A319 next week, with retrofits on A319s, A320s and many Boeing 737s and 757s through 2016.
A video of our new narrowbody cabin design is also available at http://newsroom.united.com/signaturecabindesign_video
-UA Insider
Here's some more information about our new premium-cabin seat, which will be installed on more than 200 aircraft.
http://newsroom.united.com/2015-09-1...wbody-Aircraft
Features of the new seat include:
- All-leather seat covers in signature navy and champagne colors;
- A patented-design tray table with tablet holder, enabling travelers to enjoy food and beverages while using their personal electronic devices;
- An articulating seat bottom for greater comfort when reclining and an adjustable headrest;
- In-seat universal A/C power outlets for customers to charge their devices;
- Additional in-seat storage, including two seatback pockets and side stowage for laptops and tablets;
- Dedicated beverage holders; and
- Granite cocktail tables.
At 21.1 inches wide, the new United First seat is wider than the current seat and will have numerous custom-design elements and premium finishes.
The seat will debut on an Airbus A319 next week, with retrofits on A319s, A320s and many Boeing 737s and 757s through 2016.
A video of our new narrowbody cabin design is also available at http://newsroom.united.com/signaturecabindesign_video
-UA Insider
New Domestic {narrowbody} F seat
Sep 9, 2015, 5:53 pm
#17
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Is it too early to blame Oscar for this? 
In all seriousness, say what you will about the beat-up F seats in the 738s and 739s, but they are comfy to sit in. This does not look like it will be as comfortable.
In all seriousness, say what you will about the beat-up F seats in the 738s and 739s, but they are comfy to sit in. This does not look like it will be as comfortable.
Sep 9, 2015, 6:01 pm
#19
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Doesn't look very comfortable, but I think I'll wait for reviews from people at ORD who've actually sat in them! I like the tablet slot, looks like it will fit most sizes of tablets. (My Galaxy Note 8.4 and 10.1 anyway!)
Sep 9, 2015, 7:39 pm
#22
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New Domestic F seat?
How much has united spent on ripping out old seats and installing slimlines? Millions? I assume a bean counter at Willis tower proved that the weight saved with new seats will save more fuel costs than new seat costs? What is the ROI timeframe on this?
Sep 9, 2015, 7:43 pm
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Sep 9, 2015, 7:54 pm
#24
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Really, the ROI timeframe shouldn't ever drive decision. It should be driven by net present value (NPV). I would say that fitting MORE seats on planes (by creating rows because the seats take up less space) will return more over time.
Sep 9, 2015, 7:55 pm
#25
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Location: NYC: UA 1K, DL Platinum, AAirpass, Avis PC
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The seat cushion looks short, and I don't like the open sides. That design (NW used to use one like it) allows everything to fall off on the floor rather than to the side of your lap. Padding looks thin.
The only good thing is it looks slightly raked back (like the sUA seats, but not the sCO ones) which is my primary beef with the streight up CO seats. I can't lean back in them until after take-off.
The only good thing is it looks slightly raked back (like the sUA seats, but not the sCO ones) which is my primary beef with the streight up CO seats. I can't lean back in them until after take-off.
Open sides, slim line padding
http://static4.businessinsider.com/i...firstclass.jpg
The UA seat looks like it has a seat cushion that extends to the floor, which is odd unless there is some way it will pan up as a leg rest. If that's the case great, but doubt it.
Here's a view of the recline (and UA corp comm staff not wanting to answer any Jeff questions)
https://twitter.com/cjmcginnis/statu...32743789944832
And the tray table
https://twitter.com/cjmcginnis/statu...30693970698240
'Granite' beverage console
https://twitter.com/cjmcginnis/statu...30963811213313
Laptop storage - though can't store there during takeoff/landing
https://twitter.com/cjmcginnis/statu...33164239560704
The old seats may be more comfortable, though frankly I've found the E175 seats good.
And compared to Delta looks like cosmetic differences (more understated style) with some extra storage slots.
The beige on the back is a nice change from all the blue in domestic carrier cabins, though they better be ready to clean the foot and pen scuffs.
Look forward to trying them out - esp as they replace the vertical back 737 seats.
Last edited by cerealmarketer; Sep 9, 2015 at 8:22 pm
Sep 9, 2015, 8:14 pm
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Sep 9, 2015, 8:23 pm
#29
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Nowhere to hide from that trend.
The next frontier is a seat manufacturer making international biz seats lighter.
