British Airways is now allowing cabin crew to rest in empty First and Club World seats on some longhaul flights. I understand the practical argument, but I still do not like it.
As flagged on Flyertalk, the policy does not allow passengers to be moved in order to accommodate crew. Crew are still expected to use designated rest seats where available, but if premium cabin seats are empty, those seats may now be used during scheduled rest periods.
I understand the logic. Flight attendants work hard and longhaul duty periods are exhausting. Proper rest is not a luxury, but a safety and service issue. If British Airways operates aircraft without adequate crew bunks (a sad penny-pinching oversight on select 777 and 787 aircraft), then giving crew access to a flat bed is certainly better than asking them to rest on an uncomfortable jumpseat in the galley.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on Live and Let's Fly.
