What you really want is a window seat next to the emergency exit. You get loads more space that way easy access to get in and out or your seat and a great view of the clouds. If you book directly with an airline you can ask for the emergency exit seat in the middle of the plane.
Reply to this I fly military hops a decent amount, which are mostly on C-5 Galaxy cargo planes (sometimes DC-10 radar trainers, Re-fuelers, etc). The seats face the tail, and there are two small windows in the aft exit doors, thats it. But, the seats are huge, and you can pull out the arm rests, pick up extra pillows and blankets, and make a couch-sized bed and go to sleep. There is also no drinks cart or food service, just a $3 box of sammies and snacks, and the flight crew passes around a ziploc baggie of earplugs. lol. An actual drip coffee pot and some water are usually at the back. All in all, its the best way to fly. Did I mention its free? 😊
So can we all use this service, Elspeth? If so, where do we find it?
Mel
Reply to this I love aisle seat if it's a long travel - like the one I had - Manila to LA - that was 13 hours. The disadvantage in window seat when you're travelling for a long time is that you can't move around so easily. And personally, I feel that my space is too cramped.
Also, aisle seat is great for first time flyers - easy to go straight to restroom when you have a troubled stomach. :D
Reply to this I always take aisle and try it to be bulkhead,If you can talk formally when you check in.
Reply to this Bulkhead is the first row where there is extra leg room but no room to store bags under the seat. They cannot be booked ahead of time as they are usually saved for families with small children, but they can be requested at the airport check in if they are not already taken.
Reply to this Always Window for me! well except of course when you can't get the window..
Reply to this 
