Configuration
5 of the ex-BA 747-236s were acquired by EAAC in early 2002. 4 were in 440 seat 2-class configuration; 1 was in 376 seat 3-class configuration. The 440 seat configuration was the maximum permitted by the CAA due to the deactivation of the No. 3 doors.
EAAC are currently operating the 5 aircraft in the same configuration. The No. 3 doors have been reactivated to allow reconfiguration to a higher density (~472) seating when required. The higher density configuration will be used for the Hajj for example. A 440 seat configuration will be used for most charter operations ex-UK as it allows a more comfortable 31" minimum seat pitch.