FREE Open Industry Forum

Representatives from the airframe manufacturers, certification experts and suppliers, discuss just how far seats can evolve and still be certified. Is the current certification process stifling innovation or is it evolving to reflect the new cabin architecture. Where do the airframe manufacturers stand on this topic and what initiatives are they taking to enable seat innovation

We present a case study where seat vendors and IFE suppliers are collaborating to optimise IFE integration and performance, in an attempt to offer even greater value to the airlines

Senior representatives from the airframe manufacturers, airlines and suppliers discuss how they see the upturn and what initiatives they are taking to prepare.

Lie flat beds sparked an innovative frenzy when they were first introduced in the premium cabins. What is the next catalyst for change and will the passengers flying in the rear of the plane be the beneficiaries when also taking into account the economics. Can we learn from the past by better understanding the process that delivered these historic step changes.

What comes first product or service? How has cabin service evolved with the changing product environment Do improvements in products reduce the emphasis on service, or is it the airlines desire to improve service that drives product innovation. Has success come from embracing the two and redefining the traditional definition of service?

An open discussion by representatives from the airlines and supplier community on how they see the cabin product and service evolving in the future