A321XLR (301) business class pods. Once is enough thanks.
Just finished my first experience with the new biz class configuration. I was looking forward to trying out the new routes in a new plane.
TLDR; it’s okay but I hope this is isn’t the future.
The good stuff: Bluetooth connectivity for the IFE, flight camera views are super engaging.
The other stuff: it’s narrow and claustrophobic. The swing out IFE is a total pain for the servers and even though I’m tall reaching the screen from the low profile seated position is annoying. The meal tray traps you in place once it’s down. There are odd places for your phone and you’re squeezed in with no armrests. If you’re a little wider this wouldn’t be fun.
The seat has a cross chest safety belt and the seat cover invites you to disconnect it. There is no headrest.
The sleeping position is okay but staring directly into the aisle is a little off putting.
That was my experience and ofc it’s totally subjective.