Accessibility on a plane can be a difficult thing, with those who have hearing or sight impediments - and there has been a is a welcome trend towards accessibility (one need only look as far as BlueBox Aviation's accessible IFE system and the win by United Airlines for the Crystal Cabin Award in IFEC this year for their "IFE for all" System). ATR Aircraft are taking a stand … [Read more...]

It's been a busy week for Recaro Aircraft Seating who have launched the SL3710 seat. Recaro SL3710 - Image, Economy Class and Beyond The SL370 is an economy class seat and from my inital trials - very comfortable. It's designed as a short-haul seat, taking cues from the BL3710 (launched last year) and the CL3710 (which won an award at the Crystal Cabin Awards). It's a … [Read more...]

I'm of course talking about this trouble maker which got re-flighted and missed me by a country mile Decorated with RTS stickers. It seems my re-flighted bag (has made it finally to Hamburg. To say I'm relived it's found is an understatement. However - it's going to cause problems on the way home. But that's another problem for a day and a bit away. But, apart … [Read more...]

I've been long impressed by the word Jetlite has done to improving lighting in the aircraft, and how it helps when trying to relax, and aid sleep in the cabin. Today, a new partnership was launched with Recaro Aircraft Seating to bring Jetlite's human centric lighting to the seat. Recaro CL6710 with jetlite lighting installed - Image, Recaro In this phase of the … [Read more...]

AVIO Interiors are back at it again with the SkyRider 2.0... in a lot more mature state than last year. If we look at last year's model verses this year's model, there are improvements with the footrest, as well as the headrest position on the seat. The saddle has also been improved, so it is more upward than downward from the previous year's model. If this … [Read more...]

At Aircraft Interiors Expo, it was announced the American Airlines will be operating their first Airbus A321neo today configured with the Airspace XL Overhead bins. With a promised 37% volume increase for  luggage storage - and 60% if you store your bags on the side, it gives a chance for nearly every cabin bag to be loaded on a plane.     The XL … [Read more...]

Panasonic Aerospace launches their new mapping solution today at Aircraft Interiors Expo, with their next generation mapping solution called ARC. ARC brings tougher the Map application - and with the ability to add rich content layers and services With others in the market, Panasonic is entering the market with their own 3D inflight platform. It will tie up with … [Read more...]

Acro Seating are kicking off their Aircraft Interiors Expo with the launch of their new Series 6 variant seat - the Series 6LC Acro Series 6LC - Front view Acro Series 6LC aft view - Images, Acro The Series 6LC is an economy class seat, targeted at low-cost carriers. The seats are designed with minimalist design aesthetic and reduced part count, whilst also … [Read more...]

Accessibility on a plane for all is a growing topic, with airlines trying to address the needs of all passengers. Bluebox Aviation Systems is aiding Etihad along, with improved accessibility. Etihad Airways will upgrade its Bluebox Ai iPads to include Bluebox aIFE – their IFE platform for visually impaired passengers. In the past, the airline … [Read more...]

We're starting a little build-up as we head towards the Passenger Experience Week and Aircraft Interiors Expo 2019. Today, I'm going to look at connectivity and entertainment - and the IFEC Zone at Aircraft Interiors Expo & The Passenger Experience Week. This is a good three halls across, with suppliers around the world moving in for the week. With over 100 … [Read more...]