German Design Firm Proposes Theater-Style Airliner Seats
May 19, 2006 | Levent OZLER
It could be the next big innovation for airline seating, one that could allow easier boarding and reduced cases of deep-vein thrombosis on long-haul flights.
At least, that's what Germany's AIDA Industrial Design says about its new flip-up, theater-style seats for passenger planes.
"The Foldable Passenger Seat was developed to provide maximum living space even at low seat pitches by a unique design with a foldable seat pan," the company says on its website.
"This outstanding feature is possible due to an innovative design of the main seat structure with its single beam made of composite material."
AIDA also says the flip-up seats could decrease aircraft boarding and turnaround times.
"The Foldable Passenger Seat affects important components of turnaround times.
The new boarding situation means, that travellers can move directly into the seat row to stow their hand luggaage without blocking the aisle.
Passengers behind them can pass without delay.
This results in an improved boarding and disembarking time."
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