What is the seat pitch for economy class seats on Qantas airlines?
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Qantas offers varying seat pitch across its economy class, depending on seat location and cabin type.
Economy Class Seat Pitch
- The front rows in standard economy feature 33″ pitch, which is above average for long-haul flights.
- The majority of economy seats, particularly in the center and front sections, offer 33″ pitch, providing more legroom than most international carriers.🔗
- However, the rear rows have been reduced to 32″ pitch to accommodate the premium Economy Plus section at the front.🔗
Economy Plus Seat Pitch
- The Economy Plus section offers 34″ pitch, providing significantly more legroom than standard economy and exceeding most long-haul economy offerings.
Summary
Qantas’ Project Sunrise A350-1000ULRs feature a tiered pitch system: 34″ in Economy Plus, 33″ in most standard economy seats, and 32″ in the rear economy rows. This means passengers should choose seats carefully, with the front rows offering the most comfort on these ultra-long-haul flights.
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