Interview: Changes in the seat belt sector
Alexandra Cringasu Curca, general manager at Anjou Interiors, discusses regulations, trends and customisation in the aircraft passenger safety restraint sector
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Bunk beds in aircraft cabins: the realistic prospects
How can you give passengers more space without reducing seat count? In theory, the only way is up. But what are the true prospects for bunk beds returning to the skies?
Eight things you might not know about Icelandair
Think of Iceland and you might conjure up images of ice and fire, waterfalls, and the Northern lights. You might have similar visions when flying with Icelandair
What’s in store at the Aircraft Cabin Innovation Summit USA
Ahead of the Aircraft Cabin Innovation Summit USA on 12-14 September, Monica Wick, CEO of RedCabin, discusses the event highlights and industry trends
100 years of Finnair: 100 facts from this charming airline
With the 100-day countdown to Finnair’s 100th anniversary now underway, it seems fitting to list 100 facts about the airline. Highlights include being the world’s sixth oldest carrier still operating, a few world firsts, blueberry juice, cool design tie-ups – and the frequent appearance of Moomins
How sensory design can benefit airline lounges
A commercial interior design studio explains how scientific sensory research can be applied to emotionally drive people in hospitality environments, nudging how they feel and behave as they enter, transition through and leave a space – and change lives and spend money in the process
The best airports in the world ranked for 2023
Which airports have the best passenger experience and facilities, and how does your most frequently visited airport rank in terms of services? A new study conducted by an aviation industry expert has analysed factors such as passenger count, average on-time flights, parking fees, drop-off costs, and the number of restaurants and shops, to create a world ranking
Is flying becoming even safer than ever?
Amid increased travel demand, are air travellers today safer than they have been in the past? Will the aviation industry be able to keep up with the increasing demand without compromising on passenger safety? Is the avionics industry developing even more dependable planes and better regulations for safer travel in the future?
10 tips to get you through airport security quickly over the holidays
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has been preparing for record summertime passenger volumes in the USA over the Independence Day holiday. Travellers can help make the process quick and smooth by preparing for the airport security checkpoints. These 10 tips will make for a more enjoyable start to a vacation
The global cabin community assembled at Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) 2023
With more than 13,000 attendees visiting from across the globe, this year’s Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) once again demonstrated why it is the place for the cabin community to do business, with airline buyer attendance growing by 59% compared to 2022, and a multitude of launches