Cockpit class

Cockpit class

Had the two unfortunate passengers been rich enough, they could have travelled in the non-smoking luxury of the cockpit. It was Red Nose Day, and the captain decided to auction the two jump-seats in aid of Comic Relief. The highest bidders won the right to witness the approach and touch-down at Heathrow. Each seat went for $200 (£125). This raises an intriguing possibility for airlines anxious to squeeze every drop of profit from a flight. Since passengers will evidently pay a premium to sit in the cockpit, the jump-seats could be sold on a regular basis. An extra £250 from each flight could come in handy - perhaps to compensate distressed non-smokers.