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Airlines are installing lighter, slimmer economy seats to save fuel, increase capacity, and improve legroom, with major carriers like ANA adopting new models from mid-2026.
Airlines including Qantas, Japan Airlines, and American Airlines are adopting slimline economy seats like Recaro’s CL3810 and R3 models to reduce weight, boost durability, and increase cabin capacity.
Thinner seatbacks create up to 5cm more legroom despite shorter seat pitch, while lighter materials lower fuel costs and allow extra rows.
Premium carriers are using high-end versions with ergonomic features for long-haul flights, contributing to accolades like SKYTRAX’s Best Economy Class Seat award.
From mid-2026, ANA will introduce new Recaro R3 seats on its 787-9 fleet.
While comfort varies—luxury models offer better support, cheaper versions may lack padding—advancements are helping balance airline efficiency with passenger comfort.
Las aerolíneas están instalando asientos económicos más ligeros y delgados para ahorrar combustible, aumentar la capacidad y mejorar el espacio para las piernas, con las principales aerolíneas como ANA adoptando nuevos modelos a partir de mediados de 2026.