The first Air France A320 retrofitted with Safran Cabin ECOS shelf bins has returned to service.
Installed by Air France Industries in July 2021, the ECOS (Efficient Cabin Open Space) shelf bins offer up to 60% more storage capacity.
The new luggage compartments are equipped with easy to reach doors that do not encroach into the cabin aisle and provide a lower shelf height for ease of loading and visibility.
According to Safran, ECOS shelf bins provide an easier and smoother boarding experience, greatly reducing the time spent searching for luggage space or the need to put certain bags in the cargo hold. Aircraft turnaround times are also reduced its claimed.
The modification also included the installation of Movable Class Dividers supplied by Safran Cabin.
In total, Air France will equip 24 Air France Airbus A320s.
