Originally Posted by
Foxdeux
Sorry should have clarified, the 787 technologically is a superior aircraft compared to the A350. But you're right the A350 is a lot more comfortable than the 787 if both have 9 abreast seating.
... but isn't the A350 a newer and therefore more modern design? One would think that the A350 would utilize at least as much, if not more, high tech as the 787.
As for seating, 9 across 787 is no worse than 10 across 777 which is essentially the new industry standard in economy. 10 across A350 is essentially impossible except for the likes of Air Asia. Perhaps that is why Airbus finds itself at a seat cost disadvantage once again, even with their most modern & advanced design.
PS - What thread more appropriate than the AC thread. The same airline using both 10 across 777 (often referred to by employees as the "slave ship") and 9 across 787s?