Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has identified issues with some of the protective breathing equipment (PBE) used by its crew members to protect themselves from smoke and vapours in the event of a smoke incident in the cabin. The airline is gradually replacing the equipment concerned
Spirit AeroSystems has released a statement in relation to reports that there are engineering issues with the aft bulkheads it manufactures for certain models of Boeing 737
Highlights of the August/September 2023 issue include a deep dive into how metadata will transform IFE content; how greater cabin density equates to greater sustainability (or doesn’t); a review of the latest aircraft seating designs; a preview of APEX Global Expo in Long Beach; and an introduction to the APEX Greener programme for easier sustainable choices
Virgin Atlantic and Rolls-Royce have confirmed a successful ground test of a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blend with the Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 engine. Confirming the safety of the fuel marks a key milestone in the project, the next stage of which will be the world’s first 100% SAF flight across the Atlantic
The FAA in the USA has stated it will require a secondary barrier to be fitted on the flight deck of new commercial airplanes in order to ensure the safety of aircraft, flight crew and air passengers. The final rule mandating the additional barrier is intended to protect flight decks from passenger intrusions when the flight deck door is open
The Crystal Cabin Awards are the world’s most respected prize for aircraft cabin innovation. This year’s winners bring benefits for the airline passenger of today and tomorrow, with everything from beds in economy class, internet for budget airlines, and sustainability ideas to benefit the whole world
Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) returns to Hamburg, Germany on 6-8 June 2023, which the show’s organiser says is at the perfect time, with more than 4.2 billion passengers set to take flight over the next 12 months. There is a lot to look forward to…
Following the initial voting rounds, the 21 finalists in the Crystal Cabin Awards have been decided, featuring new cabin designs, seats in every class of travel, and exciting concepts. The final round of voting should be very interesting!
Highlights of the May 2023 issue include Lufthansa’s Allegris programme; standards that can help make cabins more sustainable; design trends to watch; ideas to improve the experience for partially sighted passengers; and a preview of Aircraft Interiors Expo 2023
Mirus Aircraft Seating has opened M-Test, a 407m² crash-test facility. The company says the facility is the largest to be commercially available in the UK – and the country’s most technologically advanced
