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Flight test: The best economy seat on a Qantas 747 - at no extra cost
There's a special spot on board Qantas 747s where you'll get more space at no extra cost.
There's a special spot on board Qantas 747s where you'll get more space at no extra cost.
It's refreshing to pay a low-cost price and receive a full-service flight.
Friendly staff, good food and entertainment, and a no-judgement approach to drinking before 7am.
Travel socks go on, beds are set-up, blankets unwrapped and laid – and all of that is before the hot towels arrive.
I'm keen to sample Neil Perry's Business Class menu. He is sitting two rows ahead of me so it seems rude not to.
Flying economy on this new A350 aircraft, comes with a few surprises, including generous leg room.
The crew in premium economy have time to stop and chat and they do so with genuine interest.
Weird safety video aside, this is a dream flight, thanks to excellent service and great entertainment.
It's hard to imagine business class could be done any better.
Japan is one of the hottest destinations for Australians and you're unlikely to find a more comfortable option than this for the price.
American Airlines service is efficient, but rather brusque.
Any questions about the value in paying for premium economy are put to bed.
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