J.A.L. goes Premium Economy (soon)

[Dee Thom]

J.A.L. is to launch a Premium Economy this Spring (their Autumn). Key routes will be Japan - Europe, & U.S.A. in B777 equipment. Seats to be 2-4-2, with 38inch pitch, using newly developed Shell type seat back that slides forward when reclined.
amenities to incl- large table, computer & power sockets, & use of Sukura Lounge at Narita.
Q.F. please note!!!!!!!!!

 

[drron]

This certainly will add a little more competition for oneworld junkies.I thought however that Sakura lounge access was only under consideration.
JAL to Introduce Domestic First Class for the First Time & Introduce New International JAL Premium Economy in FY2007
this gives the JAL press release on this developement.

 

[aus_flyer]

Looks like a really good product.

 

[Evan]

Thats true but at what cost ? then again JAL are usually quiet good cost wise, maybe thats why they just lost a fortune last year i believe.
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