Jan 04, 2019 London Air Travel » British Airways » BA’s 10 Abreast Economy Boeing 777 2019 Update. BA World Traveller cabin on LGW based Boeing 777 aircraft (Image Credit: British Airways) British Airways is now more than half way through the refurbishment of its fleet of Boeing 777-200 aircraft at London Gatwick. That’s why what follows isn’t going to be anything like a standard flight review and, instead, is just a look inside the Club World (Business Class) cabin of a British Airways 777. British Airways 777 Club World. This particular British Airways 777 aircraft was a 777-200 which offered a 4-cabin layout on the route I was flying – New York. If one is to point out something negative is the absence of a properly positioned window for this seat, you have two windows but using them is uncomfortable. British airways club world, then perhaps above all Boeing 777 300, giving a very good experience when you fly far and spend many hours in the air.
G-ZZZA is the oldest Boeing 777 of any variant in the British Airways main fleet. If not for the Boeing 747-400 models, this Boeing 777-200 would be the oldest in the entire fleet. We photographed this B772 on April 17, 2019 while plane spotting at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
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G-ZZZA
G-ZZZA performed its first flight on February 2, 1995 and the Boeing 777-236 was delivered to British Airways on May 20, 1996. The airliner is configured for a maximum total of 216 passengers. There are 17 first class seats, 48 more in business class, 24 seats in premium economy and 127 economy class seats.
This is just one of three Boeing 777-200 models in the British Airways fleet (others are similar, like the Boeing 777-200ER and Boeing 777-200LR). It is the oldest by date of manufacture. However, G-ZZZC was delivered before G-ZZZA.
On March 19, 2019, less than a month before the above photos were taken, G-ZZZA had some problems on a flight bound for London, England from New York City. The flight was to go from New York’s JFK Airport to London Heathrow.
However, about 420 miles past St. John’s, Newfoundland, a cargo smoke indication was received. It was decided to divert to St. John’s, landing safely an hour and a half later.
A replacement Boeing 777-200, G-VIIJ, was brought in from England to take the passengers on the rest of their journey. There was no trace of fire, heat or smoke and it was determined that the fire warning detector was faulty. As a result, the detector was replaced, along with two fire extinguishers.
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Boeing 777-200
The Boeing 777-200 was the first variant in the Boeing 777 family. The aircraft performed its maiden flight on June 12, 1994 and was introduced with launch customer United Airlines on June 7, 1995. Just 88 of this variant were delivered, with the last coming in 2007. United Airlines led the way with 22 deliveries, 19 of which are still in service.
The direct competitor to the Airbus A330-300 has a length of 63.73 metres or 209 feet and a wingspan of 60.93 metres or 200 feet. At the tail, the airliner stands 18.5 metres or 61 feet in height.
The flight range for the Boeing 777-200 is 9,700 kilometres. This pales in comparison to the Boeing 777-200ER at 13,080 KM and the Boeing 777-200LR which has an amazing range of 15,843 KM.
British Airways
British Airways was created in 1974 with the merging of four airlines: British Overseas Airways, British European Airways, Cambrian Airways and Northeast Airlines. In 2011, British Airways merged with Iberia. The airline is headquartered in Waterside, Harmondsworth, England and is a founding member of the Oneworld Alliance.
The airline has more than 275 aircraft flying to over 180 destinations around the world. Leading the fleet are 12 Airbus A380-800 aircraft and over 30 Boeing 747-400 models. The most numerous in the fleet is currently the Airbus A320-200.
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Friends of ours were getting married in San Francisco, which fortunately coincided with my husband’s work trip. I was booked to travel both ways in World Traveller Plus (Premium Economy, but I was treated by Mr FWAB with an upgrade to Club World AKA Business Class.
Here’s my review of our flight from London Gatwick to Oakland.
London Gatwick – Oakland Club Class seat 5A
Arrival and BA Lounge.
Check-in was very smooth at LGW in a separate area sectioned off with frosted screens. The walk to the lounge is through all the duty-free and upstairs and then into a further lift. The lounge is fairly standard. Seats were plentiful when we arrived at 8.30 but were filling up by 10.00. However, there is extra seating with tea/ coffee facilities up some stairs.
The main area has the usual newspapers, tea, coffee, juices, a range of alcoholic drinks. For breakfast, bacon rolls or omelette and gruyere cheese rolls were available if you wish for something hot. Plenty of toast, fruit, yoghurt, pastries were also laid out. Seating has charging areas and the lounge WiFi password is changed monthly.
For children there is a small Kidzone, mostly suited for those who want to play on the 2 computers or have a crawl about.
Boarding on BA
The seats already had the blankets, pillows and headsets placed on the seat. Crew came around offering hot towels, newspapers, champagne, juice, and water- plus the kit bags. The glory days of the kit bags have gone in my opinion- at least with British Airways. The eyeshade and socks are made of the synthetic material which is just sweat producing and scratchy rather than cotton. However, the Elemis creams and lip balm are a nice touch and pen and earplugs useful.
The Club Class Seat
The seat configuration is 2-4-2 and this B777 has 3 classes; economy, premium economy, and Club. Row 5 can put some people off due to its proximity to the galley- but I certainly didn’t notice any excessive noise which stopped me from relaxing. We choose 5 A&B as it’s social for couples or a family – the seat faces each other. If you are flying solo then there is a divider so you don’t have to avoid a strangers look for the duration of a flight.
The seat can adjust and recline to various positions and the footstool unlatched for further comfort. For ease, there is a single button to press if you’d like a flatbed or to sit upright for landing.
There was no WiFi on this flight and the charging point is located by your feet, next to a small drawer. Not ideal if you like to work and power up at the same time but just about manageable. The charging point is a universal socket but doesn’t work with a standard UK plug! No quite sure what the point of it being there is if you can’t you a British plug on a UK based airline. (even if it’s a USA made Boeing aircraft)
The TV is both touchscreen and remote control – with over 100 movies and channels to choose from. Like most nowadays it’s AVOD. For kids, there is a dedicated section called Skyflyers for kids under 12. Movies included; Captain Underpants, Boss Baby, Smurfs etc. The TV channel shows Cartoon Network and CBeebies for younger tots. A further feature that I really liked was the Skyflyers music and stories. These included readings of The Witches and Last of the Dragons. The screen tilts so makes for easy viewing whichever position your seat is in.
Food in Club Class
After take off, drink orders were taken. I opted for the Cape Point Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc. For lunch I chose the smoked Scottish salmon with chervil scented slices radish salad and then the giant couscous salad with lemon poached prawns.
My husband chose the meze plate of aubergine with spiced oregano goats cheese and chilli hummus. For his main, he opted for the Green Thai chicken breast curry. We both enjoyed our meals, although I was disppointed I had missed out on the truffle infused tortellini.
A great feature about Club is the Club Kitchen. It’s essentially a mini buffet area in the galley. Treats include salads, sandwiches, cakes, fruit, artisan biscuits, chocolate etc. If like me, you don’t like bothering the crew- then it’s perfect to grab a snack and stretch your legs. Located in galley behind row 5. P.S They have Cadbury’s buttons!
I forgot my headphones, but Mr FWAB chose to use his ever-reliable Bose headsets. However, the British Airways noise canceling-headsets were more than adequate.
Before landing a light meal was served. I chose the peppered smoked mackerel starter which was tasty. Unfortunately, the four cheese tortellini was no longer available so I opted for the cheese and tomato chutney panini. This was disappointing- lacking both texture and flavour. I couldn’t taste the tomato chutney at all. Mr FWAB opted for the lemon pepper chicken breast which he enjoyed. It would have been good to have seen the crew come to us first and offer us first choice for the light meal as we missed our first choice with the main meal earlier- but instead, we missed out both times. However, saying that you can choose a meal in the Manage My Booking section before you depart. I realised this too late though.
The crew came around at least once offering a drink in between meals – but tea and coffee was only offered once after the first meal. We asked a couple of times as even airline tea tends to be better than what I’ve found in the USA. (Sorry America, I love you but not your tea and ‘cream’ so much!).
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Overall, I think the seat is worth it for a long haul treat. Our flight was over 10 hours and it’s always nice to have the option to be horizontal. Most of the food was tasty bar the panini.
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Bring your own power charger pack unless you have a USA plug socket or a mini UK plug if you need to charge up onboard.
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