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Is British Airways A380 Business Class Worth It?

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👁️ 43K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 27:43

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Editorial Summary

The creator reviews the British Airways business class experience on an Airbus A380 flying from London Heathrow to Boston. The journey begins in the newly refurbished Galleries Business Lounge at Terminal 5, which the creator describes as much nicer than the crowded South Lounge. Upon boarding the aircraft, the creator notes the generous legroom and window views but expresses frustration with the aging technology. Specifically, the in-flight entertainment screen lacks a mechanism to stay open, frequently flapping back during the flight. The cabin features older amenities, including a handheld device described as a mix of a Super Nintendo and a Blackberry, and power sockets that include older RGB connectors. Despite these technological shortcomings, the creator praises the service from the cabin crew as flawless and notes that drinks are plentiful. The meal service includes a variety of courses, such as beetroot tartare and a chicken dish, which the creator finds generally befitting of the class. Ultimately, the creator concludes that while the cabin interior and screens feel outdated compared to newer aircraft, the overall experience remains enjoyable due to the smooth flight and high quality of service.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

What This Creator Said
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

a magnificent plane does not necessarily mean a magnificent business class experience

the service from the cabin crew was Flawless from start not finish

the screens haven't aged well at all if you can get them to stay in a viewable angle are just awful by today's standards

would you overlook these shortcomings for a ride in this legendary airplane

Creator's Tips & Advice

If you're by the window, the shelf is invaluable for storage
Consider bringing your own headphones for better audio quality

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cabin may feel old compared to newer aircraftFocus on the overall experience and service, which was excellent

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs British Airways A380 Business Class worth it?
QHow does the cabin age compare to newer aircraft?

Port Highlights

Boston2½ Happy Bacon
London2½ Happy Bacon
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