Matt Molnar
2008-08-27, 09:39 PM
Midwest’s tiered seating plan adds 11 more seats on Boeing 717s (http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=787852)
Costliest option will add seating width, legroom
By KATHERINE DIAZ
[email protected]
Posted: Aug. 26, 2008
Passengers on Midwest Airlines will be able to choose between more legroom at a premium price or a narrower seat when they book flights.
The airline has added 11 seats to each of its Boeing 717 jets in a move aimed at boosting revenue during a time when rising fuel prices and decreasing consumer spending have hurt the airline industry. The airline announced last year that it was making the change in seating.
The airline’s 23 refurbished Boeing 717s will have room for 99 travelers, up from the 88 seats previously available in their single-class cabin. [Full Article (http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=787852)]
Costliest option will add seating width, legroom
By KATHERINE DIAZ
[email protected]
Posted: Aug. 26, 2008
Passengers on Midwest Airlines will be able to choose between more legroom at a premium price or a narrower seat when they book flights.
The airline has added 11 seats to each of its Boeing 717 jets in a move aimed at boosting revenue during a time when rising fuel prices and decreasing consumer spending have hurt the airline industry. The airline announced last year that it was making the change in seating.
The airline’s 23 refurbished Boeing 717s will have room for 99 travelers, up from the 88 seats previously available in their single-class cabin. [Full Article (http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=787852)]