Virgin Atlantic » Premium Economy
Class rating 6.3
- Boarding 7.8
- Seat for sitting 6.5
- Seat for sleeping 4.0
- Service 4.8
- Entertainment 4.8
- Food & drink 3.8
- Punctuality 7.3
- Baggage 8.3
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Virgin Atlantic was a pioneer of the premium economy cabin when it brought in "Mid Class" (as it was then termed) in 1992, and since then it has also been the most innovative, with the current seat being the fourth incarnation of this class.
Virgin is currently refurbishing its Premium Economy sections,
banking on attracting business travellers whose budgets won't stretch
to Upper Class. All its Heathrow aircraft now have the new cabin.
The 38" seat pitch has not been lengthened, but the new cabins have dark purple leather seats and the whole feel is classy. Unlike British Airways, an upgraded meal served on china is offered by Virgin in Premium Economy, including pre-flight drinks and an after dinner liqueur. Passengers also get an amenity kit in a stylish slimline wallet.
Last year, Virgin Atlantic added another 30 seats to the Premium Economy cabin on their Heathrow 747 aircraft - nearly doubling the capacity. This move followed a 20% increase in passengers flying in the carrier's revamped Premium Economy cabin in 2007.
Seat configuration differs depending on the aircraft flown.
From BusinessTraveller.com
Virgin to double premium economy seating on 747s (20/09/2007)
Virgin Atlantic - New
premium economy (25/10/2006)
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LindaCrowfoot flew Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy, on a A340-300
I had the honour and privilege of flying Virgin to Boston on the 3rd December. I chose to pay double the economy price and fly premium economy. I expected something a bit better than economy but I was under no illusion it would be anywhere near Upper Class. I was very wrong in expecting anything to be different. On reflection I should have kept the extra money I... more
Overall:
4.8
anonynous flew Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy, on a B747-400 LHR Config
Arrival at the airport, there are special desks for Premium Economy which speeds the process. Once you arrive for departure, you're allowed to board early along with Upper Class passengers, but after "families with chldren". I hate to think what that means on a flight to Florida - probably that you're last on. As it was, we got on fairly early and stowed our... more
Overall:
5.8
