Recaro is chalking up another win, with airBaltic selecting the R2 seat for its Airbus A220-300
The airBaltic fleet will be equipped with RECARO R2 seats in a 148-seat cabin layout. The design will feature a contemporary light grey and white dress cover to reflect airBaltic’s clean and sophisticated cabin ethos.
Recaaro R2 demostraton seat – Imaage, Economy Class and Beyond
The seats will be configured to maximize living space and enhance passenger comfort.
Comfort features of the selected seat include an enhanced cushion for the seat bottom and backrest, an integrated headrest, and the modern convenience of USB-C power at each seat. These elements are designed to enhance the well-being and connectivity of passengers during their flight.
The R2 seat not only promises an elevated travel experience for passengers but also offers environmental and economic benefits to the airline. The seat’s innovative lightweight structure is a testament to the commitment of sustainability at RECARO. The reliability of the R2 also aligns with airBaltic’s cost-efficiency goals by reducing the aircraft’s overall weight, resulting in lower fuel consumption, and minimizing maintenance costs over the seat’s lifetime.
Deliveries commence in Delivery is slated to begin in the first quarter of 2026., covering the entire fleet.
With this step, airBaltic will become the first carrier in Europe and the second one in the world to feature these RECARO seats on an A220-300 aircraft.
In Quotes
Martin Gauss, President and CEO of airBaltic said:
“This year, we will celebrate already eight years since airBaltic became the global launch operator of the Airbus A220-300 aircraft type. To elevate the passenger comfort and travel experience even more, we are excited to reveal our plans to collaborate with RECARO Aircraft Seating on our new seat offer, which will benefit the airBaltic passengers travelling within the airline’s wide network in Europe and beyond.”
Mark Hiller, CEO of RECARO Aircraft Seating added
“Teaming up with airBaltic marks an exciting opportunity for us at RECARO. Our economy class seat will elevate passenger comfort within the airBaltic cabin to new levels, and I am confident this collaboration is the beginning of a long-lasting partnership.”
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