The newly RECARO Aircraft Seating (RECARO) equipped KLM Royal Dutch Airlines (KLM) A321neo aircraft took its inaugural flight from Hamburg to Amsterdam in August.
The aircraft’s Business Class cabin holds 36 R2 seats, while the Economy Class has 191 R1 seats, all configured in a hybrid layout. The seating features a backrest customised by KLM that includes a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) holder, a USB-C power port, and an enlarged table.
“Our collaboration with KLM to bring customized R1 and R2 seats to their passengers showcases the importance of developing seating that meets both customer needs and passengers’ comfort,” said Dr. Mark Hiller, CEO of RECARO Aircraft Seating and RECARO Holding. “I am confident that our seats will bring an enhanced level of comfort to passengers and sustainability to KLM for years to come. Congratulations on your inaugural flight.”
The seats are made with lightweight synthetic leather dress covers, lightweight backrests and the high literature pocket is removed for even less weight to assist with sustainability.
“We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone with RECARO, a partner with whom we have shared a 25-year journey of enhancing passenger comfort,” said Marjan Rintel, CEO of KLM. “I have been looking forward to this moment and am very curious to see how our passengers will experience the new A321neo. The innovative R1 and R2 seats represent a significant step forward in providing a comfortable travel experience.”
KLM and RECARO have been partners for 25 years, and the seating for the new A321neo aircraft was ordered in 2022 and delivered in 2023.
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