The Seat
Extra legroom in front of this first row,Marc Newson-designed luxury leather seat,in a 2-2 configuration. There’s a 37-inch (94 cm) seat pitch with up to 22 inches (56 cm) width. I also have extendable leg rest with fold-out footrest,cocktail table,PC power access and USB port.
Baggage
The check-in baggage limit for business is generous:Two pieces of luggage up to 32 kilograms. Maximum of 10 kg carry-on plus a laptop and handbag.
Entertainment
It’s easy once on board to use your own device to browse the web or stream entertainment thanks to a good connection to Qantas’ free Wi-Fi network. Otherwise,I have a 27 cm entertainment and an engaging selection of movies,TV series,albums,audiobooks and radio channels. Select newspapers and magazines are free to download.
Service
Crew are exuberant,warm,and chatty. “It’s a long flight,” cajoles one crew member,offering another glass of champagne. “We’re making history today,” she says.
Food
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Unremarkable. It’s still breakfast time but the first offering is savoury (pretzels). Lunch is lacklustre:a salty tomato pasta with spinach or a quinoa with chicken and a slaw. A good South Australian wine selection and quality chocolates. More please!
One more thing
The direct seasonal service between Melbourne and Exmouth (avoiding Perth and cutting significant travel time) is expected to bring an influx of travellers while creating growth across the Coral Coast region.
Verdict