When planning a flight, it might be wise to steer clear of seat 11A. While it may not seem obvious at first, there is a peculiar reason for this suggestion.

If you’re placed in seat 11A, you might find yourself stuck without a view, as this particular seat isn’t accompanied by a standard window. Instead, you’re presented with a tiny circular window, offering minimal visibility.

What’s the Explanation?

Flight Radar 24 experts explain that Ryanair’s seat 11A in the Boeing 737 is missing a window due to the plane’s cabin air conditioning system.

The aircraft’s air is regulated by two systems, known as ‘packs’, which control the airflow and temperature within the cabin. Air travels from these packs to the passenger spaces through ducts integrated into the aircraft’s sidewall.

One of these ducts runs alongside seat 11A in the Ryanair 737-800, resulting in the absence of a full window next to you.

What adds to the inconvenience is that passengers seated in 11F have a perfectly positioned window, offering them an ideal view. Therefore, if you occupy seat 11A, your best option might be to attempt catching a glimpse through these windows from afar.

Seats 12A and 12F don’t fare much better, though they still offer more than the blank wall seen from 11A.

For those curious about their seat surroundings before flying, websites such as AeroLOPA offer floorplans for numerous airlines, allowing you to assess both legroom and window views in advance.

Interestingly, if you choose a seat on the right side of the plane – specifically D, E, or F – you might enjoy a bit more legroom than on the left. This is due to the Boeing 737’s asymmetrical design.