The September 2022 issue of Aircraft Interiors International is a must-read, with insight into new systems that integrate IFE and connectivity on a single Digital Experience Platform, a look into the trend for simplified business-class seating, an interview with Air New Zealand’s Kerry Reeves, our annual seating review, and more
Xejet, a Nigerian business class-only airline airline that launched last year, is set to deploy Moment’s Flymingo Box, a portable wireless in-flight entertainment system, across its fleet
American Airlines has revealed exciting new interiors for its Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 787-9 aircraft, due for delivery from 2024. The headline development is the Flagship Suite, with versions for both aircraft types, customised by Teague
Delta has updated its Premium Select cabin experience, with new features including locally-inspired dining, hand-crafted amenities and more dedicated service touchpoints – while also driving social impact through its expanded Someone Somewhere partnership
Air Canada has entered into a purchase agreement for 30 ES-30s, the electric-hybrid regional aircraft being developed by Heart Aerospace in Sweden. The 30-seat aircraft, which Heart is working to enter into service in 2028, will generate zero emissions flying on battery power, with a range of 400km
Air Canada has become launch customer for an interactive route map that enables passengers to explore routes and view flight progress on their seatback displays
As part of its commitment to eliminate all single-use plastics in its operations by 2023, LATAM has changed the materials of all onboard service elements in the Economy cabin, eliminating 1,200 tons of plastic
In the face of international trade sanctions, Russian flag carrier, Aeroflot, has had to look inward for its future aircraft needs. The airline has signed an agreement of intent with United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) to purchase 339 Russian-built aircraft that will serve as its future fleet
Emirates has selected Thales’ Avant Up IFE system for its new fleet of A350s, with deliveries beginning in 2024. Features will include 4K QLED HDR IFE displays, USB-C fast charging and a personalised entertainment experience
Inmarsat has been selected as the IFC provider for Qatar Airways’ Boeing 787-9 and 737-10 fleet, which is good news for football fans heading to Doha. Inmarsat’s GX Aviation service has previously been rolled out on other aircraft in the airline’s fleet and, under the new agreement, it has already been activated on the first seven B787-9s