Jetstar, as part of a major revamp of its Boeing 787 international fleet, has purchased 48 of the new Airchair II units from UK-based manufacturer Airchair, underlining the fact that accessibility is a core priority for the airline.
Jetstar said the selection of the Airchair II reflects a commitment to ensure all customers can travel with confidence and dignity – it’s part of a broader accessibility roadmap that includes investments in ground services, customer communication, and onboard equipment.
Prior to choosing the Airchair II Jetstar ran a comprehensive procurement process, comparing other aisle chairs to the model it was using.
As well as offering an industry leading Suddenly Applied Weight rating of 250kg/550lb the Airchair II weighs just 6.8kg/15lb and can therefore be stowed easily in overhead lockers by cabin crew irrespective of their size or strength. Similarly, its intuitive design allows deployment with the minimum of instruction.
Commenting on the agreement, Sarah McOnie of Airchair said, “We are thrilled that another high-profile airline has chosen to use the Airchair II. Our belief is that all passenger aircraft should have an aisle chair onboard that truly meets their needs and Jetstar’s initiative in this area will mean that for passengers flying out of Australia that is becoming closer to reality.”
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