The Aircraft Interiors Expo 2024, scheduled from May 28 to 30 at Hamburg Messe, promises to be a pivotal event for aviation enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. This expo serves as a global platform for showcasing cutting-edge innovations and trends in aircraft interiors.
Attendees can expect a vibrant showcase of state-of-the-art cabin designs, materials, and technologies that redefine the passenger experience. The event is complemented by the Flight Daily Show News, delivering real-time updates on the latest breakthroughs, product launches, and industry insights. It’s a must-attend for anyone involved in aviation, offering a glimpse into the future of airborne comfort and efficiency.
While Diehl Aviation was at AIX highlighting the potential for artificial intelligence and recycled materials to bring further innovation to future aircraft cabins, the company’s senior vice-president product innovation Carsten Laufs flags many of the gains are deliverable today.
In-flight connectivity specialist Viasat was at AIX a year on from its merger with Inmarsat and determined to keep satellite supply ahead of the every-growing passenger demand for wi-fi services.
HEICO has teamed with Aerosens to develop a cabin management system – Aero CMS – utilising Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) security and presence sensors with the initial aim being to actively monitor the security of under-seat life-vest containers to support reduced aircraft turnaround times.
Spafax is now offering ‘lounge streaming’ to premium passengers, so that they can begin accessing content in the airline lounge and continue watching their choice on the aircraft.
Many companies arrived in Hamburg with new headline products to promote. For ABC International, the headline act is the company itself. “We have now completed our transition from a pure cabin branding supplier to an overall cabin service and product supplier,” says chief commercial officer, Rodolfo Baldascino.
Ahead of Embraer spin-off Eve’s projected entry into service of 2026, Recaro continues with development of seats for the eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing craft) despite having no finalised requirements for this specific type of aircraft.