Welcome to the September 2025 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 September issue include:
Interview: United Airlines
United Airlines is going through an extraordinary period of transition, with a vast cabin retrofit programme progressing at an impressive rate, and new widebody cabins and premium products coming online. Mark Muren, managing director of identity, product and loyalty, updates us on the latest developments and shares his thoughts on the sector
Accessible IFE
The quest for fully accessible IFE has been ongoing for nearly 25 years. While significant improvements have been made, total accessibility has been elusive. However, a new APEX Working Group is dedicated to finishing the job and making IFE accessible for passengers with impairments. Michael Childers gives us the inside story on progress
Make IFE more sustainable
With tens of thousands of IFE systems being replaced each year during cabin refurbishment and retrofit programmes, lifecycle management is a crucial consideration for sustainability. Experts discuss how to extend the service life of IFE systems, and how to deal with hardware at the end of life
Accessible lavatories
Accessibility is one of the most important issues in aviation today, particularly with the US DOT’s ruling on accessible lavatories in narrowbodies about to come into effect. There are interesting options available to help operators meet the requirements of PRMs and the legislators
Up front:
Scott Kirby’s latest accolade
Scott Kirby, CEO of United Airlines, has been presented with the 2025 APEX CEO Lifetime Achievement Award. He shares a few secrets of his many successes
Column: Michael Childers
Industry statistics
Automotive inspiration
The latest Products and services
The latest product news from our advertisers
Harmonised thermoplastics
The experts at Sekisui Kydex explain how aircraft interior design can be advanced through the use of sustainable materials and harmonised design
A solution to business-class seat supply
Many airlines are encountering bottlenecks in the supply of premium seating. Alan McInnes, VP for business development at Unum Aircraft Seating, explains how a flexible approach can solve the capacity challenge in business-class cabins
Enhance cabin comfort
The Insperial group of companies specialises in creating and delivering custom cabin surface solutions that can deliver comfort and airworthiness in premium cabins
A trusted partner for aircraft interiors
With over 31 years of serving the aviation industry, AIRO Industries Co., an FAA/EASA-certified repair station, delivers end-to-end interior solutions for commercial and private aviation
Carpet revolution takes flight
Anker is playing a role in aviation’s goal for greater environmental sustainability, and has become the first carpet manufacturer to join the prestigious Green Cabin Alliance
An exciting leather & lighting concept
Innovation and craftsmanship go hand in hand at Aeristo, as shown in a new concept that brings together leather and lighting to create a luxurious ambience
IFE in a box
What if delivering a full airline IFE experience was as simple as plugging in a power bank? Discover the power of Skybox, a new innovation from Skytec Aerospace
A durable clear coat finish
Signature Plating is continuing to implement high-quality finish innovations for aircraft interiors
