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A commercial interior design studio explains how scientific sensory research can be applied to emotionally drive people in hospitality environments, nudging how they feel and behave as they enter, transition through and leave a space – and change lives and spend money in the process

The departure hall of the International Terminal (Terminal 3) at Tokyo International (Haneda) Airport in Japan

Which airports have the best passenger experience and facilities, and how does your most frequently visited airport rank in terms of services? A new study conducted by an aviation industry expert has analysed factors such as passenger count, average on-time flights, parking fees, drop-off costs, and the number of restaurants and shops, to create a world ranking

Amid increased travel demand, are air travellers today safer than they have been in the past? Will the aviation industry be able to keep up with the increasing demand without compromising on passenger safety? Is the avionics industry developing even more dependable planes and better regulations for safer travel in the future?

From biomimetic sensory aircraft seats, to IFE beamed directly in front of passengers’ eyes by optoelectronic technology, augmented reality and artificial intelligence, easyJet predicts major technological developments in the passenger experience over the next 50 years

There are many reasons for the commercial aviation industry to be positive, including a boost in passenger levels, and increasing orders for large aircraft which means MRO systems are now in hot demand. And there’s more to be optimistic about, says Rob Mather from IFS. The opportunities are there for the taking