But my experience was quite the opposite.
To my surprise the aircraft operating wasn't a China Eastern aircraft but rather a Shanghai Airlines 767-300 machine.
Bad first impressions though - the flight was delayed for about 2 hours - Due to the weather, they claimed. We received free biscuits and bottled water. Further 30 minute delay onboard the aircraft - claimed due to the lack of clearance from Beijing Capital ATC.
Boarding Pass!
A projector!!! Been years since I saw one on a plane. Seating arrangment was 2-3-2 classic 767. I was perched in the front cabin between business class and a seperator. Although the flight was almost full it certainly felt like a private cabin as there were only a few rows of seats in this area.
Shanghai Airlines plane but china eastern headrest covers.
Only a 1h 30m flight but we got hot food! Wasn't the best though
No idea what that is
Retro-feel square 767 design. Been flying a lot of 777s lately and flying these 767s surely felt funny!
Excellent legroom. Perhaps the best economy legroom I have ever encountered. Sorry SQ.
Cabin
Very retro indeed!!!!
Seats were more than OK.
Arrived at Shanghai-Hongqiao. Very modern airport!
Overall great experience. Completely better than expectations. Aircraft very comfortable. Only thing lacking was the long delay at Beijing and onboard the aircraft. Very impressed, China Eastern!
