In the future, flying in economy class may change forever, as long-haul flights sitting in seats where we cannot stretch our legs can be a real nightmare for travelers wanting to see the other side of the world.
But this could change forever if the wishes of Zephyr Aerospace, a U.S. startup, come true. Under the name 'Zephyr seat,' they aim to enhance the travel experience in economy class. According to the company, most airline seats haven't changed since the 1970s, which is more than enough reason for them to start changing it.
What do they propose?
They propose a type of flat, reclining seats arranged in two tiers that can adapt to existing commercial aircraft, both Boeing and Airbus, while complying with social distancing measures in airlines.
This way, they intend to make flying comfortable for all travelers by offering comfort and privacy, as if we were in a private cabin through their seating modules.
Where does the idea come from?
The idea came to the company's CEO, Jeffrey O'Neill, who compared a 19-hour flight from New York to Singapore with one he had previously taken by bus of the same duration.
And that's where the idea originated; in long-distance buses, the bunk bed system worked perfectly. So... why not implement it in airplanes, offering an added level of comfort to travelers? We couldn't agree more, especially if the density can be the same, but more comfortable.