2, 2, 2 seating is much better than 3, 3 for longhaul. You get two aisles so get a feeling of space and you only ever have to climb over 1 person to get out of your seat.
Spoke to a chap recently who hated the 747 because of its 3 seats by the window - he much preferred the 2 seats in an A340. Certainly a long way with one aisle does feel a bit cramped.
The 787 could easily be shrunk and I think that is the best option. I do see a missing link though, the 787 is bigger than the 767, so what will fly into the space limited and market limited but profitable routes the 76 flies now? Places like GCM (too small for a 777) and LCA where a 767 is a perfect size all year round? (A330 and 787 seem a bit big, I know Cyprus fly an A330 to LCA, but they are not the world's most profitable).
Edited for spelling.
Last edited by Jetstream Rider; 5th Dec 2007 at 11:10.