BA, Lufthansa and Air France-KLM among European airlines set to benefit from the latest generation of onboard connectivity solutions.


BA, Lufthansa and Air France-KLM among European airlines set to benefit from the latest generation of onboard connectivity solutions.

Delta Air Lines has become the first US airline to place an order for Bombardierâs new C Series aircraft, signing up for up to 125 CS100s.

Airbus, Zodiac Aerospace and the ZAL TechCenter highlight a shift in mindset and offer insight into the aircraft cabin of the future.

Joe Leader, CEO of the Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX), shares his thoughts on the future of in-flight entertainment and connectivity.

Larger overhead storage bins, spacious lavatories, wider seats and aisles, and unobstructed under-seat foot space feature in Airbusâ new cabin design.

FTE speaks to cabin design and development specialist Cristian Sutter about reconfigurable cabins, integration efforts, 3D printing and more.
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Teagueâs Devin Liddell tells FTE that he thinks âeconomy class is finally going to get some design loveâ thanks to rising airline profits and a change of direction.
A 13.3-inch HD monitor, in-seat power and USB ports, a cocktail table and noise cancelling headphones are among the highlights of the Premium Economy class.

Alaska Airlines passengers can now upgrade to Preferred Plus seats if MVP-level frequent flyers have not already reserved the bulkhead and exit row seats.

Aviancaâs VP Customer Experience discusses IFE, connectivity and Premium Economy, and how the new A320neos will improve the carrierâs onboard experience.

Alaska Airlines passengers can now upgrade to Preferred Plus seats if MVP-level frequent flyers have not already reserved the bulkhead and exit row seats.

Aviancaâs VP Customer Experience discusses IFE, connectivity and Premium Economy, and how the new A320neos will improve the carrierâs onboard experience.

WestJet has revealed plans to improve its Plus product, which is mainly targeted at business travellers, by enhancing comfort and the in-flight meal service.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has teamed up with Toyota Boshoku Corporation to develop a new economy class seat, which will be rolled out in June 2015.

FTE takes a look at how Airbusâ 11-abreast A380 seating, Boeingâs future cabin vision, and the latest products from Jamco and STG could impact passenger comfort.
As Q1 2015 comes to an end, FTE explores how crew empowerment, cabin ambience and non-premium investments are impacting the passenger experience.
Following extensive research and investment, Air Franceâs new Economy and Business Class cabins have been showcased on a flight between Toulouse and Paris.

FTE explores how the likes of Airbus, Thai Airways, Icelandair, Emirates, Thomson Airways and Etihad are creating unique in-flight experiences.
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