Five Innovations That Could Transform Air Travel
- Drinks robot, ultra-violet germ zapper on display at show
- Airplane cooker will serve eggs sunny-side up at 30,000 feet
Amid a dearth of new plane models, the aviation industry is intensifying the search for in-cabin innovations to lure passengers with wider seats, faster service and even fresh pancakes.
Among developments this year, Qatar Airways revealed a business berth which can be swiveled to form a meeting area for four or a double bed. Dubai-based Emirates, which already offers airborne showers on its A380 superjumbos, is giving its flying bars a saloon-style redo. Meanwhile, Airbus Group SE on Tuesday said it’s redesigning the A380 double-decker’s so-called grand staircase to create more space for passengers.