While in-flight amenities, service and entertainment available in Business Class are often comparable across airline carriers, the type of seat offered can vary significantly. Business Class seats can be categorized by one of the following descriptions:
Recliner Seats:
These seats don't recline as far as the Lie-flat or Flat Bed Seats, but they're still very roomy and comfortable.
Angle Lie-Flat Seats:
Despite being advertised by many airlines as having 180 degrees of recline, these seats still have a slight angle when fully reclined. Although the fully reclined position of these seats is ideal for relaxing and working, many passengers find that they are not comfortable for sleeping.
Flat Bed Seats:
When fully reclined, these seats become completely flat, like a bed. The seats' dual functionality as beds and chairs has earned them consistent praise. Flat beds can be found on most transatlantic and transoceanic flights.
Suites:
These seats provide maximum privacy and comfort. Each suite is essentially a mini-cabin complete with a fully-flat bed, work station, and television. These suites are being fitted to newer aircraft such as British Airways Airbus A350-1000.
