Earlier on, we discussed the fact that whenever the President flies, 13 hand-picked journalists from various media organizations also fly with him. For security reasons, though, they can't be permitted full access to the plane.
While the press might be confined to a specific area, they're made very comfortable while they're there. They're free to roam around one third of the plane's space, and have luxurious lounging facilities. There are worse places to be stuck, and you get a great view while you're writing!