Thompson Aero Seating has launched VantageNOVA, its first angled business-class seat for twin-aisle aircraft, which is the newest addition to the company’s Vantage range of aircraft seating. Aircraft Interiors International was the first media outlet to break the story on this seat, in the new September issue.
The reverse herringbone LOPA option for VantageNOVAWith the reverse-herringbone VantageNOVA configuration for the outboard column, the seat faces away from the aisle, with an extended console surface and additional stowagesPassengers in the reverse herringbone configuration of the Thompson VantageNOVA seat can drop the armrest to customise their spaceThe reverse herringbone variant of Thompson’s VantageNOVA seat. The pivoting IFE monitors (up to 24in) help the passenger configure the space to their needs, maximising the volume in the suite for various phases such as working on a laptop, viewing a personal electronic device, or sleeping. Pivoting monitors also reduce the issue of a fixed monitor position against the sidewall blocking the cabin windowsLuxury inflight dining in the herringbone configuration of VantageNOVAAn example of a mixed configuration for VantageNOVA. Top: herringbone outboard seats. Middle: Reverse herringbone centre seats. Bottom: herringbone outboard seatsWith the herringbone configuration for the outboard column of VantageNOVA, the passenger’s head is positioned away from the aisle. This option includes extended bed-level cushioningOther features of the herringbone configuration of VantageNOVA include a floating outboard armrest and a cocktail surfaceThe centre double suites. All variants of VantageNOVA feature ‘slimline’ single-skin overhung doors designed to maximise the interior living space of the suiteThe Thompson VantageNOVA seats are offerable from a 40 inch pitchThompson Aero Seating has secured an (as-yet unnamed) launch customer for VantageNOVA, with delivery due in 2026
