All Systems & interiors articles – Page 2
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NewsSafran highlights seating recovery as interiors arm reaches operating break-even
French aerospace firm Safran’s aircraft interiors division has narrowly edged into operating profit for the first half, turning around a heavy loss at the same point last year. The division, which generated a €100 million ($108 million) interim loss in 2023, posted a €10 million profit for the six months ...
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NewsTurkish Airlines details roll-out of in-house business-class suites
Turkish Airlines aims to begin rolling out its new business-class suites next year on 777s
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NewsBrunk to succeed Timm as Collins Aerospace president
Aerospace giant RTX has named company veteran Troy Brunk as the new president of its Collins Aerospace business, effective immediately.
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NewsEmirates unveils initial routes for refurbished 777-300ERs
Middle Eastern carrier Emirates has unveiled initial destinations to which it will deploy Boeing 777-300ERs with refurbished interior. The first aircraft – out of 81 of the type to be refreshed – is undergoing the modification from 1 July. Emirates says it will offer the upgraded cabin initially on services ...
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NewsFormer Piaggio chief Logli appointed Aviointeriors president
Former Piaggio Aerospace chief executive Carlo Logli has been appointed president of Italian seat manufacturer Aviointeriors.
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NewsAir India to introduce premium economy on narrowbody fleet
Air India will introduce a premium-economy product on its Airbus A320neo fleet, as part of a comprehensive cabin refresh that will also see new seats in business and economy classes.
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NewsCrew’s use of halon extinguishers on overheating oven ineffective: investigators
Six halon fire extinguishers were used to combat an overheating aft galley oven on a KLM Boeing 777-200ER, but investigators state that this was ineffective – because there was no fire – and actually exacerbated the situation by generating smoke and toxins.
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NewsSafran overcomes Italian objections to Collins flight-control acquisition
French aerospace firm Safran’s proposed $1.8 billion acquisition of Collins Aerospace’s flight-control and actuation arm has advanced after overcoming Italian government objections to part of the sale. The Italian government last year had opposed the sale of Microtecnica, which held assets in Italy. But Safran says it subsequently offered a ...
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NewsDiehl flags future role of new materials and AI in aircraft cabins
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.
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NewsViasat sees supply key in meeting increasing connectivity demand
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.
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NewsHEICO targets reduced turnarounds with new cabin management system
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.
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NewsSpafax moves closer to total travel engagement
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.
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NewsBroader portfolio brings brand benefits for ABC International
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.
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NewsRecaro draws on helicopter requirements for Eve seating
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.
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NewsCreating more than a map makes new FlightPath3D products accessible to all
Making its products truly available to all is the theme at FlightPath3D, with the launch of its Kids Map and Accessibility Map, all supported by refined use of artificial intelligence.
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NewsRecycled seat covers add to the rise of Gen Phoenix
Materials specialist Gen Pheonix is at AIX showing what it says is the first fully recyclable dress cover, a move which is consistent with the company’s rebranding from ELeather. “Not everything we’re working on is leather, and our new circular recycled leather is reborn from waste, similar to a phoenix,” ...
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NewsEVA Air picks Panasonic for IFE and connectivity
EVA Air has selected Panasonic Avionics to install in-flight entertainment (IFE) and connectivity systems, plus a range of digital services, on 54 of its widebody and narrowbody aircraft.
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NewsCollins Aerospace unveils Helix narrowbody seat
Collins Aerospace has revealed its Helix economy cabin seat during AIX in Hamburg, intended for use on narrowbody aircraft.
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NewsBucher unveils new single-aisle self-service galley for JetBlue
Bucher has unveiled its new single-aisle self-service pantry, built and designed for JetBlue; the first of its kind the company has designed and constructed for a narrowbody aircraft.
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NewsATR sees all-business HighLine cabin on track for launch with Berjaya
ATR expects to freeze design on its new all-business HighLine cabin configuration by the end of the year as the manufacturer prepares for the start of services with launch customer Berjaya Air in the second half of 2025.