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Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing TV 12345
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6/10

"seats were generally average"

(Malaysia)

The new B737-800s (MX series) seats were generally average or so to say partially better than the old B737-400s. Seat pitch and width were average. Personal space is definitely not one of the aims of the new product. The PTV was a nice addition though not all the B737-800s are fitted with them (ML series had a rather awful looking cabin and quite uncomfortable seats). Food was generally good nothing to complain about. Overall satisfactory for short haul flights but anything more than 3 hours might be a problem. Will try to avoid this Malaysia Airlines aircraft for medium haul flights.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBOEING B737-800
Seat Layout3x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
yes
9/10

"don't expect a very comfortable experience"

(New Zealand)

Don't expect a very comfortable experience in Economy Class! I'm quite short so Legroom was excellent but the entertainment box juts right in my space! When people recline they are right in your face. You can adjust the screen but it just disgusting - you can barely see it! Very unusual and bad experience having to see people sit in a 2x5x2 layout in B772. Seated in 35A. Flight MH131. My first time travelling was with Malaysian but it has downgraded since. Recommended for short-haul and staff service but not seat comfort on B777-200s.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBOEING 777-200ER
Seat Layout2x5x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
9/10

"leg room generally looked okay"

(United Kingdom)

These comments relate to extra legroom seats in economy row 42. We had to pay for them but they were worth it on a long flight (LHR to KUL and return). Loads of space and no toilets close by so quiet. The extra leg room seats further back had toilets close by and had less space in front. Also row 73 which has two seats only on each side has no windows close by. The leg room generally looked okay but not over generous.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeAIRBUS A380
Seat Layout3x4x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
yes
3/10

"old planes with poor fitting"

(Australia)

Seat on two out of 4 flights that I did from Perth to UK would not recline. Old planes with poor fitting. Time they were replaced.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBOEING 747-400
Seat Layout3x4x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
5/10

"unable to access my tray"

(Australia)

When the front seat reclined I was unable to access my tray. No TVs on these aircraft. There are 2 different standards for Economy Class. For Europe and Australia the seats are comfortable and cabin crew usually friendly with good service. For Asian destinations the A330s are less comfortable poor service and cranky cabin staff.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeA330-200
Seat Layout2x4x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
7/10

"pitch was not ideal"

(Singapore)

Board their latest B737-800 with the new Livery. Economy Class seat pitch was not ideal for flights more than 4 hours as it is in 30 inch pitch. However Reclining was good enough. Boeing Sky Interior design and lighting did made an impressive mood vibe to the entire cabin. Inflight Entertainment is touch screen and entertaining throughout the flight.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBoeing 737-800
Seat Layout3x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
yes
6/10

"get one of the 4 seats in the middle"

(Netherlands)

Try to get one of the 4 seats in the middle. On the first leg of our journey we where put on the last row in the middle which was a little better. A little more comfort to get out of your chair and possibility to stand up a bit near the emergency exit.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeBoeing 747-400
Seat Layout3x4x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
no
7/10

"decent amount of legroom"

(Australia)

The seats on the A330-200 differ to their B777-200 and B747-400 in that they seem to be harder making it less comfortable. There is still a decent amount of legroom and recline but less than on their other long-haul aircraft.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft Type&nbspA330-200
Seat Layout2x4x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
yes
8/10

"good seat pitch"

(United Kingdom)

Good seat pitch TV screen good seat a bit uncomfortable without cushions to sit on access okay. What you would expect for an economy seat but the best for seat pitch.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft Type&nbspB747-400
Seat Layout3x4x3
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
yes
8/10

"recline was a disappointment"

(Ireland)

Overall the seat was okay but the seat recline was a disappointment.
Seat TypeEconomy Class
Aircraft TypeB777-200
Seat Layout2x5x2
Seat Legroom 12345
Seat Recline 12345
Seat Width 12345
Aisle Space 12345
Viewing Tv Screen 12345
yes
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