A350 air mattresses
#1
A350 air mattresses
I’m just finishing training on the 350, can someone tell me what percent of pilots are using blow up air pads in the bunk? Are they necessary? And also typically if we leave them in there to share then with the other crew, etc,
Are new mattresses still coming for the bunks??
thanks
Are new mattresses still coming for the bunks??
thanks
#2
10% bring them, which means 20% use them.
Typically inflated preflight and taken out after last break or landing.
Air mats are highly desirable on the old mattress. They are nice, but not necessary on the new mattress.
There are several sizes and styles, so you may fly a few trips to decide your favorite. Nemo Flyer self inflating is heavier, bulkier and easier to inflate. Nemo Tensor w Vortex pump sack is a light packable option but takes longer to set up.
There is an art to preflight inflation so you have the proper inflation at altitude. JNB is easy because field elevation = cabin elevation at cruise.
Typically inflated preflight and taken out after last break or landing.
Air mats are highly desirable on the old mattress. They are nice, but not necessary on the new mattress.
There are several sizes and styles, so you may fly a few trips to decide your favorite. Nemo Flyer self inflating is heavier, bulkier and easier to inflate. Nemo Tensor w Vortex pump sack is a light packable option but takes longer to set up.
There is an art to preflight inflation so you have the proper inflation at altitude. JNB is easy because field elevation = cabin elevation at cruise.
#4
Delta is slowly replacing the plywood mattress sandwiched in cardboard for a softer memory foam mattress. On a related note, the additional thickness of the air mattress reduces the already limited vertical space in the bunk.
This whole conversation feels like complaining about free beer being too cold.
This whole conversation feels like complaining about free beer being too cold.
#5
Delta is slowly replacing the plywood mattress sandwiched in cardboard for a softer memory foam mattress. On a related note, the additional thickness of the air mattress reduces the already limited vertical space in the bunk.
This whole conversation feels like complaining about free beer being too cold.
This whole conversation feels like complaining about free beer being too cold.
#6
Delta is slowly replacing the plywood mattress sandwiched in cardboard for a softer memory foam mattress. On a related note, the additional thickness of the air mattress reduces the already limited vertical space in the bunk.
This whole conversation feels like complaining about free beer being too cold.
This whole conversation feels like complaining about free beer being too cold.
Now looking at WB and debating on 350 seniority vs 330 variety. The sleep part seems to be the discussion point in the guys I’m chatting with in the left seat who “camped” right. Evidently the sleep matters (obviously) so make this crayon simple for me please… No sleep makes WBB a problem and immediate exit to 320A, but I’m trying to give WBB a fair shake before plotting the next 3 decades.
#7
As someone who is debating going to this jet, can you explain? RJ guy for 10 years, then 717 for 5, little bus for 2….most sleep I can get is a commute or DH with an aisle seat and “best case” a window without a seat in front. 6’2 in height. I’ve done intl D1 on 763 and it did not work for height and side sleep. Curious on opinions of 330 vs 350 crew rest. Most folks I’m talking to seem to be shorter and no issue either way.
Now looking at WB and debating on 350 seniority vs 330 variety. The sleep part seems to be the discussion point in the guys I’m chatting with in the left seat who “camped” right. Evidently the sleep matters (obviously) so make this crayon simple for me please… No sleep makes WBB a problem and immediate exit to 320A, but I’m trying to give WBB a fair shake before plotting the next 3 decades.
Now looking at WB and debating on 350 seniority vs 330 variety. The sleep part seems to be the discussion point in the guys I’m chatting with in the left seat who “camped” right. Evidently the sleep matters (obviously) so make this crayon simple for me please… No sleep makes WBB a problem and immediate exit to 320A, but I’m trying to give WBB a fair shake before plotting the next 3 decades.
For me, the 350 bunk with old mattress blows. But it beats the heck out of no bunk or the old "Sponge Bob" atrocity that was once considered legit crew rest on the 763. Think of the debate over what the best concealed carry pistol is. Of course, the answer is "the one you have with you." Applies to airplane rest space too.
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As someone who is debating going to this jet, can you explain? RJ guy for 10 years, then 717 for 5, little bus for 2….most sleep I can get is a commute or DH with an aisle seat and “best case” a window without a seat in front. 6’2 in height. I’ve done intl D1 on 763 and it did not work for height and side sleep. Curious on opinions of 330 vs 350 crew rest. Most folks I’m talking to seem to be shorter and no issue either way.
Now looking at WB and debating on 350 seniority vs 330 variety. The sleep part seems to be the discussion point in the guys I’m chatting with in the left seat who “camped” right. Evidently the sleep matters (obviously) so make this crayon simple for me please… No sleep makes WBB a problem and immediate exit to 320A, but I’m trying to give WBB a fair shake before plotting the next 3 decades.
Now looking at WB and debating on 350 seniority vs 330 variety. The sleep part seems to be the discussion point in the guys I’m chatting with in the left seat who “camped” right. Evidently the sleep matters (obviously) so make this crayon simple for me please… No sleep makes WBB a problem and immediate exit to 320A, but I’m trying to give WBB a fair shake before plotting the next 3 decades.
#10
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Try to treat it as an adventure and you will have a great time. Sleep is the one main negative but it’s manageable. So many positives.
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