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Movable Aisle Armrests
Economy Class seats with movable armrests are identified by aircraft type, tail number and location. All new Boeing aircraft will incorporate movable armrests in the Economy Class section, except rows designated as an exit row and the bulkhead. The fleet type is indicated in our reservation system. Actual aircraft number assignment is usually available 48 to 24 hours in advance of scheduled departure.
| Fleet Type |
Location of Movable Armrests |
Movable Aisle Armrests - Exceptions |
| 737-300 Series |
All aisle seats |
Rows 5, 12, and 14 |
| 737-500 Series |
All aisle seats |
Rows 5, 12, and 14 |
| 737-700 Series |
Rows 6 through 24: C and D |
Rows 5 and 25 |
| 737-800 (16/144 and 16/141) |
Rows 6 through 28: C and D |
Rows 5 and 29 |
| 737-800 w/Mid-Cabin Lavatory |
Seat 7D and Rows 8 through 29: C and D |
Seats 6D, 7C, and 29D |
| 737-900 |
Seat 7D Rows 8 through 32: C and D |
Seats 6D, 7C, and 32C |
| 737-900ER |
Seat 7D and Rows 8-32: C and D |
Seats 6D and 7C |
| 757-200 Series |
Rows 8 through 34: C and D |
Seats 8D-F and Rows 7, 15, and 16 |
| 757-300 Series |
Rows 9 through 20,
Rows 23 through 33
Rows 35 through 42: C and D |
Seats 10D-F and Rows 8, 21, 22 and 34 |
| 767-200 Series |
Rows 17-37: B, D, F, and K |
Seats 20D, 20F and Rows 16 and 19 |
| 767-400 Series |
Rows 17 through 45: B, D, F and K |
Rows 16 and 31 |
| 777-200ER(48/235) |
Rows 17 – 45: C, D, F and J |
Rows 16 and 32 |
| 777-200ER(50/235) |
Rows 17-46: C, D, F and J |
Seats 31DF, 32CJ, and Row 16 |
Armrest release mechanisms vary by type of seats used on the aircraft. Continental currently has three types of movable aisle armrests. All release mechanisms are discretely hidden as a safety precaution to prevent unwanted release during takeoff and landing.
The model "990" armrest release is used on some 737-500, and 757 aircraft.The release is located underneath the rubber armrest cover at the bottom edge near the pivot point where the armrest is attached to the seat frame. To find the release, feel for an indent on the bottom edge of the rubber armrest cover, press the button and move the armrest upward. To lock back into place, move the armrest back into its "down" position.
The "Koito" seat release mechanism is used on some 737 and most 757 aircraft. It is located between the seat back cushion and the inside of the armrest. To locate, place your hand between the armrest and the seat back cushion at the armrest pivot point. Once located, it is easy to operate. Press the button and move the armrest upward. It will lock in place when returned to the original position.
Closets
Customers who avail themselves for preboarding have priority to have their wheelchair stowed in an onboard closet upon request. When requested during preboarding, stowage of the first wheelchair presented takes priority over other customer, crew or company materials. All Continental aircraft have a closet large enough to accommodate most folding wheelchairs.
Lavatories
Our new widebody Boeing 767 and 777 aircraft, are equipped with an onboard wheelchair accessible lavatory. The following chart is a list of our single aisle Boeing aircraft with lavatory curtain and handrail accommodations for our customers with disabilities.
| Fleet Type |
Aircraft Numbers |
Lavatory Accommodations |
| 757-300 series |
All |
Handrails |
| 757-200 series |
All |
Privacy Curtain, Handrails |
| 737-900 Series |
All |
Privacy Curtain, Handrails |
| 737-800 Series |
All |
Privacy Curtain, Handrails |
| 737-700 Series |
All |
Privacy Curtain, Handrails |
| 737-500 Series |
All |
Privacy Curtain, Handrails |
| 737-300 Series |
All |
None applicable |
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