TRIP REPORT | Ryanair Boeing 737-800 | AHO-BLQ | FR6128

[@RicciWork]

I flew Ryanair for my very first time in April of this year, to Dublin and back. Both ways it was the old cabin, I was disappointed because I know that the new cabin and seats are far more visually pleasing and give a greater sense of space. Now I know that personal space in modern carriers is not what it used to be, but dang did it feel tight! My knees didnt actually touch the seat in front due to the absence of a seat pocket, but it felt tight nevertheless, particularly from the sides. I remember the armest being quite small. My back started hurting halfway through the flight; I felt as though the seat was pushing me forward all the time. Prior to these RA flights I had some flights on legacy carriers and difference in the seat comfort was definitely noticeable. Nevertheless, I look forward to more RA flights to get more experience. Fingers crossed on the newer cabin planes!

[@CDaviation]

Ouch, that doesn't sound like a particularly comfortable ride. However, from my experience, the 737-800s with the newer seats have more legroom - hopefully, you'll have better luck next time!