Recaro Aircraft Seating

German seatmaker Recaro and U.S. LCC Southwest Airlines have unveiled a new seat that will be fitted in new-production aircraft joining the carrier’s fleet.

The current production capacity in Qingdao is at 25,000 seats annually; it will increase to around 37,500 seats annually.

Economy cabin seating trends are evolving toward greater comfort and enhanced IFE capabilities.

Manufacturers are growing global support networks to provide aftermarket services as aircraft seating products evolve.