Originally Posted by
aviator1998
Can someone run me through the basics for how jumpseating on the ultra long haul routes work. Where are you physically sitting at different points during the flight and is it actually better than buying an economy discounted ticket? Is it a major pain in the ass for the crew or do they not mind?
Actually, for the 787 and 777-300, non-working jumpseaters can occupy the Overhead Flight Crew Rest seats during takeoff and landing (FOM 10.50.2). The OFCR seats are physically about as nice as Premium Economy seats downstairs, but the privacy and space are great. There's one in the 787 and two in the -300. Trick is when crews come up to take their break, you might find yourself in the cockpit jumpseat for a looong time if they don't use the bunks. Even so, compared to basic economy I'd strongly prefer a flight deck jumpseat just to stretch out and shoot the breeze. I've never seen a JSer show up for an ULH flight, but I think very few CAs would say no.