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Seat: 1 C Description: First class aisle seat at the front of the plane. Pro: There is no seat in front of this row, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well. The aisle between 1C and 1H is quite narrow, close enough for private conversations and are the best pair of seats for passengers traveling together. Con: This is considered an aisle seat, with the side table to the inside toward the fuselage, placing the seat itself closer to the center of the plane. This means that it is very difficult to see out the windows, row 2 and row 4 would have a better view. Beware that the First class bassinet position is between 1C and 1H, and your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies. Also note that there is no over-head bin above row 1, you will have to share the bins above row 2.
Seat: 2 A Description: Standard First class window seat Pro: This is the first row of aisle seats, with the side table located toward the aisle, placing the seat itself closer to the windows for a better view. The cabin is very spacious in this area, and this is the preferred seat for many first class passengers. Con: The pod design puts your feet inside a partial foot-well, some-what restricting the movement of your feet in the bed position. Since there is no bin above row 1, you will have to share your over-head bin with passengers in row 1.
Seat: 3 C Description: Standard First class aisle seat Pro: An average seat in the middle of the cabin. Note that the pod design puts your feet inside a partial foot-well, some-what restricting the movement of your feet in the bed position. Con: This is considered an aisle seat, with the side table to the inside toward the fuselage, placing the seat itself closer to the center of the plane. This means that it is very difficult to see out the windows, row 2 and row 4 would have a better view. The table in front of seat 5G is quite close, giving the aisle a tight feel near this seat.
Seat: 4 A Description: Standard First class window seat Pro: The side table is located toward the aisle, placing the seat itself closer to the windows for a better view. Con: The pod design puts your feet inside a partial foot-well, some-what restricting the movement of your feet in the bed position.
Seat: 5 C Description: First class aisle seat at the last row Pro: You are likely the first passenger off the plane and through immigrations since the door is just behind you. Note that the pod design puts your feet inside a partial foot-well, some-what restricting the movement of your feet in the bed position. Con: This is considered an aisle seat, with the side table to the inside toward the fuselage, placing the seat itself closer to the center of the plane. This means that it is very difficult to see out the windows, row 2 and row 4 would have a better view. The galley and lavatory is behind, which means there is a lot of traffic passing by your seat.
Seat: 1 H Description: First class aisle seat at the front of the plane. Pro: There is no seat in front of this row, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well. The aisle between 1C and 1H is quite narrow, close enough for private conversations and are the best pair of seats for passengers traveling together. Con: This is considered an aisle seat, with the side table to the inside toward the fuselage, placing the seat itself closer to the center of the plane. This means that it is very difficult to see out the windows, row 2 and row 4 would have a better view. Beware that the First class bassinet position is between 1C and 1H, and your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies. Also note that there is no over-head bin above row 1, you will have to share the bins above row 2.
Seat: 2 K Description: Standard First class window seat Pro: This is the first row of aisle seats, with the side table located toward the aisle, placing the seat itself closer to the windows for a better view. The cabin is very spacious in this area, and this is the preferred seat for many first class passengers. Con: The pod design puts your feet inside a partial foot-well, some-what restricting the movement of your feet in the bed position. Since there is no bin above row 1, you will have to share your over-head bin with passengers in row 1.
Seat: 3 H Description: Standard First class aisle seat Pro: An average seat in the middle of the cabin. Note that the pod design puts your feet inside a partial foot-well, some-what restricting the movement of your feet in the bed position. Con: This is considered an aisle seat, with the side table to the inside toward the fuselage, placing the seat itself closer to the center of the plane. This means that it is very difficult to see out the windows, row 2 and row 4 would have a better view. The table in front of seat 5G is quite close, giving the aisle a tight feel near this seat.
Seat: 4 K Description: Standard First class window seat Pro: The side table is located toward the aisle, placing the seat itself closer to the windows for a better view. Con: The pod design puts your feet inside a partial foot-well, some-what restricting the movement of your feet in the bed position.
Seat: 5 H Description: First class aisle seat at the last row Pro: You should one of the first passenger off the plane and through immigrations. Note that the pod design puts your feet inside a partial foot-well, some-what restricting the movement of your feet in the bed position. Con: This is considered an aisle seat, with the side table to the inside toward the fuselage, placing the seat itself closer to the center of the plane. This means that it is very difficult to see out the windows, row 2 and row 4 would have a better view. The galley is behind, which means there is a lot of traffic passing by your seat.
Seat: 5 G Description: First class aisle seat at the last row Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well. You should one of the first passenger off the plane and through immigrations. Con: This is considered by many passengers to be the worst seat in First class; the lavatory and galley is behind, which means there is a lot of traffic passing by both side of your seat. There is no over-head above your seat, so you have to share over-head bin space with 5C and 5H.
Seat: 9 AC Description: Bulk-head row Business class seats Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well, and the window passenger should be able to access the aisle with relative ease due to the extra space. You should one of the first passenger off the plane and through immigrations. The video screens are mounted on swing-arms, giving you very good control over the screen position. There is also a good view out the window, and you should be one of the first served during meals. Con: The galley is in front, with the associated noise and traffic, note that the lavatory ahead is reserved for First class passengers. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and the first row of center section seats might not have over-head bins due to the projector screen, be prepared to board early to ensure over-head bin space. This is one of the designated bassinet positions, beware that your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies.
Seat: 10 AC Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: There is a good view out the window, and you should be one of the first served during meals. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. Note that the row in front of you has the designated bassinet positions.
Seat: 11 AC Description: Last row of Business class seats Pro: There is a good view out the window. Con: The Business class lavatory is very close by, with the associated traffic and noise. Some aisle passengers are bothered by the frequent opening and closing of curtain just behind them. When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 9 HK Description: Bulk-head row Business class seats Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well, and the window passenger should be able to access the aisle with relative ease due to the extra space. You should one of the first passenger off the plane and through immigrations. The video screens are mounted on swing-arms, giving you very good control over the screen position. There is also a good view out the window, and you should be one of the first served during meals. Con: The galley is in front, with the associated noise and traffic. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and the first row of center section seats might not have over-head bins due to the projector screen, be prepared to board early to ensure over-head bin space. This is one of the designated bassinet positions, beware that your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies.
Seat: 10 HK Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: There is a good view out the window, and you should be one of the first served during meals. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. Note that the row in front of you has the designated bassinet positions.
Seat: 11 HK Description: Last row of Business class seats Pro: There is a good view out the window. Con: The Business class lavatory is very close by, with the associated traffic and noise. Some aisle passengers are bothered by the frequent opening and closing of curtain just behind them. When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 9 DEG Description: Bulk-head row Business class seats Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well, and the center passenger should be able to access the aisle with relative ease due to the extra space. You should one of the first passenger off the plane and through immigrations. The video screens are mounted on swing-arms, giving you very good control over the screen position. You should be one of the first served during meals. Con: The galley is in front, with the associated noise and traffic, note that the lavatory ahead is reserved for First class passengers. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and there might not be over-head bins due to the projector screen, be prepared to board early to ensure over-head bin space. This is one of the designated bassinet positions, beware that your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies.
Seat: 10 DEG Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: You should be one of the first served during meals. The center seat is usually one of the last to be occupied, giving the aisle passengers a good chance to have an adjacent empty seat. Con: When the aisle seats are reclined into the bed position, the center passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. Note that the row in front of you has the designated bassinet positions.
Seat: 11 DEG Description: Last row of Business class seats Pro: The center seat is usually one of the last to be occupied, giving the aisle passengers a good chance to have an adjacent empty seat. Con: The Business class lavatory is behind this row, with the associated traffic and noise. Some aisle passengers are bothered by the frequent opening and closing of curtain just behind them. When the aisle seats are reclined into the bed position, the center passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 26 AC Description: Bulk-head row Business class seats Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well, and the window passenger should be able to access the aisle with relative ease due to the extra space. You should one of the first passenger off the plane and through immigrations. There is a good view out the window, but beware that the wing begins around this area, potentially blocking your view to the rear. Con: The galley is next to you, with the associated noise and traffic. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and the first row of center section seats might not have over-head bins due to the projector screen, be prepared to board early to ensure over-head bin space. On some of the JAL 747s, this is one of the designated bassinet positions, beware that your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies. The video screens are mounted on the bulk-head, and some passengers feel that it is located a bit too far.
Seat: 27-28 AC Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: There is a view out the window, but the wing might be partially in the way. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. Note that the row in front of you has the designated bassinet positions, and there is another bassinet position in the center section bulk-head next to you.
Seat: 29-30 AC Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: Note that there are several missing windows in this area, indicated by the red rectangles along the fuselage. There is a view out the remaining window, but the wing is partially in the way. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 31 AC Description: Last row of Business class seats Pro: There is a view out the window, but the wing is in the way. Con: There is a block of lavatories behind you, with the associated traffic and noise. Some aisle passengers are bothered by the frequent opening and closing of curtain just behind them. When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 27 HK Description: Bulk-head row Business class seats Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well, and the window passenger should be able to access the aisle with relative ease due to the extra space. You should one of the first passenger off the plane and through immigrations. There is a good view out the window, but beware that the wing begins around this area, potentially blocking your view to the rear. Con: The galley is next to you, with the associated noise and traffic. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and the first row of center section seats might not have over-head bins due to the projector screen, be prepared to board early to ensure over-head bin space. This is one of the designated bassinet positions, beware that your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies. On some of JAL, 747s, the video screens are mounted on the bulk-head, and some passengers feel that it is located a bit too far.
Seat: 28 HK Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: There is a view out the window, but the wing might be partially in the way. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. Note that the row in front of you has the designated bassinet positions, and there is another bassinet position in the center section bulk-head next to you.
Seat: 29-30 HK Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: Note that there are several missing windows in this area, indicated by the red rectangles along the fuselage. There is a view out the remaining window, but the wing is partially in the way. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 31 HK Description: Last row of Business class seats Pro: There is a view out the window, but the wing is in the way. Con: There is a block of lavatories behind you, with the associated traffic and noise. Some aisle passengers are bothered by the frequent opening and closing of curtain just behind them. When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 27 DEG Description: Bulk-head row Business class seats Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well, and the center passenger should be able to access the aisle with relative ease due to the extra space. You should one of the first passenger off the plane and through immigrations. The video screens are mounted on swing-arms, giving you very good control over the screen position. Con: The galley is in front, with the associated noise and traffic. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and there might not be over-head bins due to the projector screen, be prepared to board early to ensure over-head bin space. This is one of the designated bassinet positions, beware that your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies.
Seat: 28-29 DEG Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: The center seat is usually one of the last to be occupied, giving the aisle passengers a good chance to have an adjacent empty seat. Con: When the aisle seats are reclined into the bed position, the center passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 30 DEG Description: Last row of Business class seats Pro: The center seat is usually one of the last to be occupied, giving the aisle passengers a good chance to have an adjacent empty seat. Con: There is a block of lavatories behind you, with the associated traffic and noise. When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the center passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 36 AC Description: Emergency exit row Business class seats Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well, and the window passenger should be able to access the aisle with relative ease due to the extra space. The video screens are mounted on arms from the center arm-rest, giving you very good control over their position. Con: The lavatories are next to you, with the associated noise, traffic and perhaps odor. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and the first row of center section seats might not have over-head bins due to the projector screen, be prepared to board early to ensure over-head bin space. There is a missing window, and the wing is in the way of the view out the remaining window.
Seat: 37-38 AC Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: There is a view out the window, but the wing is in the way. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 39-40 AC Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: There is a view out the window, but the wing is mostly in the way of the view down toward the ground. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. You will be one of the last Business class passengers served during meals, and may not receive your first choice. You will also be one of the last business class passengers off the plane and through immigrations.
Seat: 41 AC Description: Last row of Business class seats Pro: There is a missing window, but you have a view out the remaining windows, and the wing is only partially in the way. Con: The galley is very close by behind you, with the associated traffic and noise. Some aisle passengers are bothered by the frequent opening and closing of curtain just behind them. When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. You will be one of the last Business class passengers served during meals, and may not receive your first choice. You will also be one of the last business class passengers off the plane and through immigrations.
Seat: 36 HK Description: Emergency exit row Business class seats Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well, and the window passenger should be able to access the aisle with relative ease due to the extra space. The video screens are mounted on arms from the center arm-rest, giving you very good control over their position. Con: The lavatories are next to you, with the associated noise, traffic and perhaps odor. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and the first row of center section seats might not have over-head bins due to the projector screen, be prepared to board early to ensure over-head bin space. There is a missing window, and the wing is in the way of the view out the remaining window.
Seat: 37-38 HK Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: There is a view out the window, but the wing is in the way. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 39-40 HK Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: There is a view out the window, but the wing is mostly in the way of the view down toward the ground. Con: When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. You will be one of the last Business class passengers served during meals, and may not receive your first choice. You will also be one of the last business class passengers off the plane and through immigrations.
Seat: 41 HK Description: Last row of Business class seats Pro: There is a missing window, but you have a view out the remaining windows, and the wing is only partially in the way. Con: The galley is very close by behind you, with the associated traffic and noise. Some aisle passengers are bothered by the frequent opening and closing of curtain just behind them. When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the window passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. You will be one of the last Business class passengers served during meals, and may not receive your first choice. You will also be one of the last business class passengers off the plane and through immigrations.
Seat: 36 DEG Description: Bulk-head row Business class seats Pro: There is no seat directly in front of this seat, therefore your feet are not inside a restrictive foot-well, and the center passenger should be able to access the aisle with relative ease due to the extra space.The video screens are mounted on swing-arms, giving you very good control over the screen position. Con: The lavatories are in front, with the associated noise and traffic. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and there might not be over-head bins due to the projector screen, be prepared to board early to ensure over-head bin space. This is one of the designated bassinet positions, beware that your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies.
Seat: 37-38 DEG Description: Standard Business class seats Pro: The center seat is usually one of the last to be occupied, giving the aisle passengers a good chance to have an adjacent empty seat. Con: You might not receive your meal choice since you are one of the last served. Also, you will be one of the last Business class passengers off the plane and through immigrations. When the aisle seats are reclined into the bed position, the center passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle.
Seat: 39 DEG Description: Last row of Business class seats Pro: The center seat is usually one of the last to be occupied, giving the aisle passengers a good chance to have an adjacent empty seat. Con: The storage cabinet behind these seats are not full width, and therefore does not completely shield these seats. People and carts passing through sometimes will bumping into the shell of the aisle seats. When the aisle seat is reclined into the bed position, the center passenger has to climb a bit in order to access the aisle. You might not receive your meal choice since you are one of the last served. Also, you will be one of the last Business class passengers off the plane and through immigrations.
Seat: 53ABC Description: Bulk-head row coach seats Pro: Good leg-room due to the bassinet position at this row, and 53C can fully extend the legs since there is no seat in front. You should be one of the first coach passengers served during meals. There is a pretty good view out the window, the wing is mostly out of the way. The video screens are in the arm-rests, allowing you lots of flexibility to position them for optimal viewing. Con: The galley is next to your seats, with the associated noise and traffic. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and over-head bin space is some-what limited, be prepared to board early to ensure space for your cabin luggage. The trays are in the non-moveable arm-rests, making the seats slightly narrower. Beware that your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies.
Seat: 54-58 ABC Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There is a good view out the window. Con:
Seat: 59 ABC Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There is a good view out the window. Con: The aisle is slightly narrower starting just behind this row, making it a little more likely that the aisle seat is bumped as people carts try to get through.
Seat: 60-62 ABC Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There is a good view out the window. Con: Due to the tapering fuselage, these seats are forced to be mounted slightly into the aisle, making the aisle narrower. Aisle passengers are more likely to be bumped as people and carts pass through. Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion.
Seat: 63 AC Description: Pair of coach seats at the back of the plane Pro: One of the most desired pair of coach seats on this plane, since there is no middle seat. Due to the tapering of the fuselage, there is not enogh room for the normal triple seats. 63K has an extra under-seat storage area beneath 62K, and there is a lot of space between 63K and the fuselage for storing personal items during the flight. Con: Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion. The window is quite far from the seat, making it difficult to see out.
Seat: 64 AC Description: Pair of coach seats at the back of the plane Pro: A very desirable pair of seats, since there is no middle seat. Due to the tapering of the fuselage, there is not enogh room for the normal triple seats. There is quite a bit of space between 64K and the fuselage for storing personal items during the flight. Con: Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion. The window is quite far from the seat, making it difficult to see out.
Seat: 65 AC Description: Pair of coach seats at the back of the plane Pro: A desirable pair of seats, since there is no middle seat. Due to the tapering of the fuselage, there is not enogh room for the normal triple seats. There is some extra space between 65K and the fuselage for storing personal items during the flight. Con: You will be one of the last served during meals, as well as among the last off the plane and through immigrations. Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion. The window passenger will have to stretch quite a bit to see out the window. The lavatories are in the back, and people sometimes queue in this area, occasionally bumping those seated at the aisle.
Seat: 66 AC Description: Last pair of coach seats at the back of the plane Pro: Due to the tapering of the fuselage, there is not enogh room for the normal triple seats. There is a little extra space between 66K and the fuselage for storing personal items during the flight. Con: The lavatories are in the back, and people sometimes queue in this area, occasionally bumping those seated at the aisle. People often congregate in the area behind this row, to stretch their legs or to talk. You will be one of the last served during meals, as well as among the last off the plane and through immigrations. Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion. There is only one window at this row, and the window passenger will have to stretch a bit to see out the window.
Seat: 51 HJK Description: Emergency exit row coach seats Pro: Great leg-room due to the emergency exit, althought the window seat passenger will have to angle the legs due to the exit slide just in front. You should be one of the first coach passengers served during meals, and there is a pretty good view from the window seat. The video screens are in the arm-rests, allowing you lots of flexibility to position them for optimal viewing. Con: The galley is just in front, with the associated noise and traffic. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and over-head bin space is limited due to the exit, be prepared to board early to ensure space for your cabin luggage. The trays are in the non-moveable arm-rests, making the seats slightly narrower.
Seat: 52-53HJK Description: Standard coach seats Pro: You should be one of the first coach passengers served during meals. There is a pretty good view out the window, the wing is mostly out of the way. Con: The galley is next to your seats, with the associated noise and traffic.
Seat: 54-58 HJK Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There is a good view out the window. Con:
Seat: 59 HJK Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There is a good view out the window. Con: The aisle is slightly narrower starting just behind this row, making it a little more likely that the aisle seat is bumped as people carts try to get through.
Seat: 60-62 HJK Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There is a good view out the window. Con: Due to the tapering fuselage, these seats are forced to be mounted slightly into the aisle, making the aisle narrower. Aisle passengers are more likely to be bumped as people and carts pass through. Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion.
Seat: 63 HK Description: Pair of coach seats at the back of the plane Pro: One of the most desired pair of coach seats on this plane, since there is no middle seat. Due to the tapering of the fuselage, there is not enogh room for the normal triple seats. 63K has an extra under-seat storage area beneath 62K, and there is a lot of space between 63K and the fuselage for storing personal items during the flight. Con: Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion. The window is quite far from the seat, making it difficult to see out.
Seat: 64 HK Description: Pair of coach seats at the back of the plane Pro: A very desirable pair of seats, since there is no middle seat. Due to the tapering of the fuselage, there is not enogh room for the normal triple seats. There is quite a bit of space between 64K and the fuselage for storing personal items during the flight. Con: Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion. The window is quite far from the seat, making it difficult to see out.
Seat: 65 HK Description: Pair of coach seats at the back of the plane Pro: A desirable pair of seats, since there is no middle seat. Due to the tapering of the fuselage, there is not enogh room for the normal triple seats. There is some extra space between 65K and the fuselage for storing personal items during the flight. Con: You will be one of the last served during meals, as well as among the last off the plane and through immigrations. Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion. The window passenger will have to stretch quite a bit to see out the window. The lavatories are in the back, and people sometimes queue in this area, occasionally bumping those seated at the aisle.
Seat: 66 HK Description: Last pair of coach seats at the back of the plane Pro: Due to the tapering of the fuselage, there is not enogh room for the normal triple seats. There is a little extra space between 66K and the fuselage for storing personal items during the flight. Con: The lavatories are in the back, and people sometimes queue in this area, occasionally bumping those seated at the aisle. People often congregate in the area behind this row, to stretch their legs or to talk. You will be one of the last served during meals, as well as among the last off the plane and through immigrations. Beware that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion. There is only one window at this row, and the window passenger will have to stretch a bit to see out the window.
Seat: 55 DEFG Description: Bulk-head row coach seats Pro: Good leg-room due to this row containing the bassinet positions. The video screens are in the arm-rests, allowing you lots of flexibility to position them for optimal viewing. You will be one of the first coach passengers served during meals. Con: There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and the trays are in the non-moveable arm-rests, making the seats slightly narrower. Beware that your seat assignment might be changed at the last minute to accomodate passengers traveling with babies.
Seat: 56-58 DEFG Description: Standard coach seats Pro: These are average coach seats in the rear coach cabin. Con:
Seat: 59-62 DEFG Description: Standard coach seats Pro: Con: Due to the tapering of the fuselage, the seats next to the fuselage are mounted slightly into the aisle, making the aisle narrower in this area. People and carts passing through are more likely to bump into those seated by the aisle. Also note that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion.
Seat: 63-64 DEFG Description: Standard coach seats Pro: These are average mid-cabin coach seats Con: You will be one of the last served during meals, as well as one of the last off the plane and through immigrations. Also note that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion.
Seat: 65-66 DEFG Description: Standard coach seats Pro: The middle seats in these rows are often the last to be occupied, giving the aisle passengers a better chance of having an adjacent empty seat. Con: You will be one of the last served during meals, as well as one of the last off the plane and through immigrations. Also note that the back of the plane is subjected to more sideways motion. People sometimes queue in the aisle while waiting for the lavatories, occasionally bumping those seated by the aisle.
Seat: 67 DEFG Description: Last row of coach seats in front of the lavatory Pro: At least no one will be using your seat-back to help them get to the aisle. Con: The lavatories are just behind, with the associated traffic, noise and perhaps odor. People often congregate by the exit area next to your seats, stretching their legs or just to talk. Beware that these seats might have slightly restricted recline.
General Upper Deck comments: Description: Most passengers prefer the upper deck for its more intimate feel, and the lack of bassinets. There is extra storage space for window passengers with lockers along the side of the fuselage.
Seat: 71 ABC Description: Bulk-head row coach seats Pro: No one reclining into you, although taller passengers might find toe room to be limited. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con: The lavatories are just in front of you, with the associated traffic, noise and perhaps odor. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and the trays are in the non-moveable arm-rests, making the seats slightly narrower.
Seat: 72-75 ABC Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con:
Seat: 76 ABC Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con: Due to the space by the emergency exit, people and carts passing by might accidentally bump the seat-back of the aisle passenger.
Seat: 77 ABC Description: Emergency exit row coach seats Pro: The best coach seats on the upper deck, with unlimited leg-room due to the emergency exit. The video screens are on mounting arms, giving you good control over the screen's position. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. Con: No under-seat storage in front of you, and the trays are in the non-moveable arm-rests, making the seats slightly narrower.
Seat: 78-80 ABC Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con: The galley is in the back, so you will notice more flight attendants passing by your seats.
Seat: 81 ABC Description: Last row of coach seats on the upper deck Pro: There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con: The lavatory is just behind you, with the associated traffic, noise and odor. The galley is in the back, so you will notice more flight attendants passing by your seats.
Seat: 71 HJK Description: Bulk-head row coach seats Pro: No one reclining into you, although taller passengers might find toe room to be limited. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con: The lavatories are just in front of you, with the associated traffic, noise and perhaps odor. There is no under-seat storage in front of you, and the trays are in the non-moveable arm-rests, making the seats slightly narrower.
Seat: 72-75 HJK Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con:
Seat: 76 HJK Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con: Due to the space by the emergency exit, people and carts passing by might accidentally bump the seat-back of the aisle passenger.
Seat: 77 HJK Description: Emergency exit row coach seats Pro: The best coach seats on the upper deck, with unlimited leg-room due to the emergency exit. The video screens are on mounting arms, giving you good control over the screen's position. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. Con: No under-seat storage in front of you, and the trays are in the non-moveable arm-rests, making the seats slightly narrower.
Seat: 78-80 HJK Description: Standard coach seats Pro: There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con: The galley is in the back, so you will notice more flight attendants passing by your seats.
Seat: 81 HJK Description: Last row of coach seats on the upper deck Pro: There might be storage lockers at the side of the fuselage for the window passengers. There is a good view out the window, although the windows are mounted a bit low. Con: The lavatory is just behind you, with the associated traffic, noise and odor. The galley is in the back, so you will notice more flight attendants passing by your seats.
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