ALBAWABA – Aviointeriors, the Italian manufacturer of airline seats, has announced the launch of its innovative new standing seat, the 'Skyrider,' aimed at promoting more affordable air travel.
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Aiming to provide cheaper tickets and a more affordable experience for passengers, the Italian company Aviointeriors has designed and launched the 'Skyrider,' a completely new stand-up seat. The company stated that it has obtained the necessary regulatory approvals after passing safety tests.
The Skyrider features bicycle-like seating with a semi-upright passenger position, rather than the fully seated position found in conventional airplane seats.
Airlines are looking to implement the Skyrider to reduce operating costs and boost capacity, aiming for higher financial returns that could help address the economic challenges facing the aviation sector. (Shutterstock)
According to the company, the Skyrider model is expected to increase aircraft capacity by 20%. Notably, multiple airlines around the world are planning to adopt this new "flying standing" seating model starting next year, initially on flights lasting up to two hours.
Airlines are looking to implement the Skyrider to reduce operating costs and boost capacity, aiming for higher financial returns that could help address the economic challenges facing the aviation sector.
Experts anticipate that the Skyrider model will contribute to increased demand for air travel, as "stand-up" ticket prices are expected to be lower than those of traditional airline seats.
