ANA is to introduce an all new economy class seat for use on domestic flights. The new seats will be rolled out from early next month on the airline”s Boeing 767-300 aircraft, and thereafter across the entire fleet. Without increasing seat pitch (the distance between seats) the new design increases passenger legroom by 5cm by cleverly changing the position of the magazine pocket from knee level to occupy space behind the tray table, which also makes magazines and safety information more easily accessible. To further enhance amenity, a coat hook and stowage pocket have been provided, and the reclining button redesigned for greater ease of use. Personal space is also enhanced by a slimmer cushion and seat back, which are contoured in a new ergonomic design created to ease pressure on passengers” lower back and knees, allowing them to travel in greater comfort. The seat is also 5% lighter then the previous model. Readers may like to know that ANA carry 536 passengers on their short range Boeing 747s and a surprisingly comfortable 524 on the high frequency 777 Osaka shuttle. (P)
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