Welcome to the June 2026 issue of Aircraft Interiors International magazine, which is a must-read for professionals in the cabin, IFEC and passenger experience sectors, Official Magazine of APEX, and Key Media Partner of Aircraft Interiors Expo.
Highlights from the June issue include:
Cover story: Air Canada
Several new aircraft types are joining the Air Canada fleet, which has spurred the airline to develop Glowing Hearted, a new design language and philosophy. John Moody, managing director of onboard product, gives us the inside story behind this exciting development.
The 2026 seating review
From concepts for the ultimate commercial airline experience, to super-lightweight economy seating and the latest innovations to create a differentiated in-seat experience, our annual seating review brings all the latest options together.
Advances in inflight connectivity
Passenger demands for a high-quality inflight connectivity experience are growing, and industry is keeping pace. We take a look at just a few of the impressive advances being made in the IFC sector, from ESAs to systems, to industry collaborations.
Up front
The latest ideas and developments entering the cabin space
Column: Joe Leader
The CEO of APEX invites airlines to join him in the economy cabin for a frank discussion about the NPS opportunities that are being squandered.
The latest industry statistics
What has been happening in the first half of 2026? The numbers show some impressive and interesting developments in the cabin sector.
The tactile Luce cabin
Jony Ive’s design for the Ferrari Luce cabin reflects a desire for modern technology, accessed through simpler, more tactile interfaces.
Developments in accessibility
Around 1.3 billion people live with a disability. Their travel experiences could be enhanced by 10 innovations from this year’s Crystal Cabin Awards.
Design brief: An efficient galley space
How could the galley space perform well for crew, passengers and operators alike? Jamco and JAXA have come up with a beautifully simple idea to streamline cabin service.
Retrospection
A look back at the engineering work that went into the first Emirates A380 onboard lounge.
