Thank you. Seems like Dec-Jan. is our best bet. :)

<<Re: leg room... I am going by flyertalk. Mind you, I am 1K and always select econ+ seating on UA. I think the majority of FTers are all status flyers as well. That is why I am concerned. I know that econ on Swiss is a knee crusher for me.>>

You're not really comparing apples with apples but saying that Economy Plus leg room on UA is the same as standard economy on airlines such as ANA, Asiana, Korean etc 34"

I might look into the idea of biz on the TG A380 from NRT. Good idea. Thx Bill.

Getting ready to board a flt in about 15 minutes that will get me to FRA for my second flt on that plane in firat class. FRA to BKK. Really nice flt.

If anyone here is planning on flying on UA metal to Bangkok, UA is eliminating all of those flights effective March 30 2014. You will have to fly ANA or Thai from NRT. UA will no longer be flying that route. And if you are currently ticketed for after that time better check your reservation online. You will have been moved to another flight and it might not meet with your approval.