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FirstChris Chamberlin tests the open First suite on the overnight flight to Sydney. Detailed bedding and swivel-chair photographs help weigh sleep comfort against the lack of a closing door.
Los Angeles→Sydney
FirstFollow two travellers in 1A and 2A, sharing the quieter left aisle. The review examines dining, the broad seat and the bed on a long daytime flight to London.
Hong Kong→London
FirstA September 2021 flight in the centre pair, 1C and 1D. A detailed record of First Class dining and service as Singapore reopened its travel corridor with Germany.
Frankfurt→Singapore
FirstA Denver–San Diego flight in the refreshed domestic first cabin, focusing on the extendable leg rests, charging ports, seat comfort and short-flight service.
Denver→San Diego
FirstThe twelve-seat domestic first cabin on a San Diego–Seattle flight, with a closer look at seat space, large screens and the hot meal.
San Diego→Seattle
FirstA transcontinental flight in the last row of domestic first class, weighing limited recline against the refreshed entertainment system, attentive crew and a substantial breakfast service.
Los Angeles→Washington, D.C.
FirstAn Atlanta–Chicago flight in a traditional recliner seat. Attentive drinks service during a ground delay, seatback entertainment, Wi-Fi and the snack-only catering are covered in detail.
Atlanta→Chicago
FirstParis–San Francisco in the four-seat La Première cabin. This report explores the curtain-enclosed seat, soft bedding, reliable onboard Wi-Fi and two substantial meals, alongside the escorted airport transfers.
Paris→San Francisco
FirstLas Vegas–Dallas in a domestic first-class recliner. Thin cushioning and the lack of a seatback screen are balanced against a useful work table, attentive drinks service and a substantial sandwich meal.
Las Vegas→Dallas
FirstNew York–São Paulo in an eight-seat first-class cabin. The reviewer tests the unusual swivelling seat and desk position, while finding worn fittings and missing pyjamas disappointing on an overnight flight.
New York→São PauloDetails from the reported flights. Seats and service can differ by aircraft and date.
Los Angeles → Sydney · QF12
Los Angeles · Los Angeles International (LAX) → Sydney · Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD)
Chris Chamberlin tests the open First suite on the overnight flight to Sydney. Detailed bedding and swivel-chair photographs help weigh sleep comfort against the lack of a closing door.
Published: 3 Nov 2023Qantas Airbus A380 First (Los Angeles – Sydney)Hong Kong → London · CX253
Hong Kong · Hong Kong International (HKG) → London · Heathrow (LHR)
Follow two travellers in 1A and 2A, sharing the quieter left aisle. The review examines dining, the broad seat and the bed on a long daytime flight to London.
Published: 11 Nov 2018 · Flown: Jul 2018Review: Cathay Pacific 777-300ER First ClassFrankfurt → Singapore · SQ325
Frankfurt · Frankfurt Airport (FRA) → Singapore · Changi (SIN)
A September 2021 flight in the centre pair, 1C and 1D. A detailed record of First Class dining and service as Singapore reopened its travel corridor with Germany.
Published: 8 Nov 2021 · Flown: Sept 2021Review: Singapore Airlines First Class on the inaugural Germany – Singapore VTL flightDenver → San Diego
Denver · Denver International (DEN) → San Diego · San Diego International (SAN)
A Denver–San Diego flight in the refreshed domestic first cabin, focusing on the extendable leg rests, charging ports, seat comfort and short-flight service.
Published: Not confirmed · Flown: Aug 2026Alaska Airlines 737-800 first class review: Old and ugly (and smelly) no more!San Diego → Seattle · DL2533
San Diego · San Diego International (SAN) → Seattle · Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)
The twelve-seat domestic first cabin on a San Diego–Seattle flight, with a closer look at seat space, large screens and the hot meal.
Published: Not confirmed · Flown: Nov 2025Delta A220-100 first class review: just because it’s small doesn’t mean it isn’t goodLos Angeles → Washington, D.C. · UA2081
Los Angeles · Los Angeles International (LAX) → Washington, D.C. · Dulles International (IAD)
A transcontinental flight in the last row of domestic first class, weighing limited recline against the refreshed entertainment system, attentive crew and a substantial breakfast service.
Published: 4 Aug 2026Review: United Airlines 737-900 First ClassAtlanta → Chicago · DL327
Atlanta · Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) → Chicago · O’Hare (ORD)
An Atlanta–Chicago flight in a traditional recliner seat. Attentive drinks service during a ground delay, seatback entertainment, Wi-Fi and the snack-only catering are covered in detail.
Published: 11 Jun 2026Review: Delta Air Lines 737-900ER First ClassParis → San Francisco
Paris · Charles de Gaulle (CDG) → San Francisco · San Francisco International (SFO)
Paris–San Francisco in the four-seat La Première cabin. This report explores the curtain-enclosed seat, soft bedding, reliable onboard Wi-Fi and two substantial meals, alongside the escorted airport transfers.
Published: 25 Sept 2022Review: Air France La Première First Class, Paris to San FranciscoLas Vegas → Dallas
Las Vegas · Harry Reid International (LAS) → Dallas · Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)
Las Vegas–Dallas in a domestic first-class recliner. Thin cushioning and the lack of a seatback screen are balanced against a useful work table, attentive drinks service and a substantial sandwich meal.
Published: 7 Mar 2022American Airlines Domestic First B737-800 Las Vegas to Dallas reviewNew York → São Paulo
New York · John F. Kennedy (JFK) → São Paulo · São Paulo/Guarulhos International (GRU)
New York–São Paulo in an eight-seat first-class cabin. The reviewer tests the unusual swivelling seat and desk position, while finding worn fittings and missing pyjamas disappointing on an overnight flight.
Published: 24 Jan 2024REVIEW: American Airlines 777-300ER First Class Flight