American Airlines enhances Embraer E175 passenger experience

American Airlines has selected RECARO’s R2 seat for its Embraer E175 fleet, introducing enhanced comfort features and a more personalised inflight experience as part of its continued investment in regional travel.

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American Airlines has selected RECARO Aircraft Seating’s R2 seat for its Embraer E175 fleet, becoming the first US airline to introduce RECARO seats on the regional aircraft type.
Designed for short- and medium-haul journeys, the R2 features a six-way adjustable headrest, integrated tablet holder and slim backrest to maximise personal space and knee clearance.
The selection supports American Airlines’ ambition to elevate the regional passenger experience and deliver greater consistency across its fleet, with the seat’s pre-certification qualifications helping meet the airline’s entry-into-service timeline.

American Airlines has selected RECARO Aircraft Seating’s R2 for its Embraer 175 aircraft. Tailored to meet the needs of short and mid-range flights, the R2 was selected for its pre-certification qualifications and ability to meet American’s entry into service timeline. Designed with passenger comfort in mind, the seat features a tablet holder and six-way adjustable headrest for a more relaxed and personalised inflight experience. Its slim backrest design also maximises personal space and knee clearance, helping create a more comfortable experience onboard. Seats will be outfitted with the airline’s signature dress covers, customised to complement the fleets’ new interior finishes.

“As the first U.S. airline to introduce RECARO seats on an Embraer 175 aircraft, we’re continuing to raise the base for regional travel,” said Rhonda Crawford, Senior Vice President of Customer Experience Design and Strategy, American Airlines. “Our goal is to deliver the elevated experience customers want, while creating greater consistency across the American travel experience.”

Arjan Meijer, President and CEO, Embraer Commercial Aviation, commented: “The E175 has built an unmatched reputation by continuously evolving to meet the needs of airlines and passengers. The introduction of our new RECARO seats demonstrates our commitment to investing in the platform and delivering enhancements that improve passenger experience while creating additional value for operators.”

Mark Hiller, CEO and Shareholder of RECARO Aircraft Seating and CEO of RECARO Holding, added: “As we enter our third year of partnership with Embraer, we’re proud that our seating solutions, like the best-selling R2, continue to deliver the comfort, quality, and reliability our customers expect. Seeing our R2 seat enter the U.S. market on an Embraer E175 for the first time with American Airlines is a significant milestone for RECARO and a testament to our team’s dedication and expertise. It further demonstrates our proven track record for delivering best-in-class seating solutions that our customers trust.”