VLM AIRLINES is to upgrade its fleet of 15 Fokker 50 aircraft to
provide its passengers with greater legroom, new ergonomic seats and
make other improvements to the on-board services offered. The new
seat shells are made in one part and have a unique reclining function
enabling the entire seat to tilt back, offering a more comfortable
position that is proven to be ergonomically better, giving more
support for the back and enhancing the general position of the body.
The seats are made of Kevlar and carbon fibre and have been
manufactured by the Swiss company Fast. Coat hooks have been installed
on the side of each seat, enabling passengers to hang jackets with
ease. VLM has a seat pitch of up to 33”, good by regional airlines
standards. New carpets are also being fitted, with toilets and side
panels being enhanced, making this the most complete overhaul of the
VLM fleet in the award-winning company”s 13-year history. The first
refurbished Fokker 50 has now been completed, with three more aircraft
due to be refitted by the end of the summer. The complete fleet of
Fokker 50 aircraft will be refitted by the end of 2007. The airline
is the biggest carrier at London City Airport both in terms of
movements and passengers carried.
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