Dubai, United Arab Emirates (CNN) – Having your own space has become one of the most important things you currently have on your mind with social distancing. But would you pay extra to be able to recline in a row of seats in Economy Class?
Lufthansa, the German airline, is testing the new Sleeper’s Row concept on its flights from Frankfurt, Germany to Sao Paulo, Brazil, from 18 November to mid-December.
Credit: Courtesy Lufthansa
During this idea, passengers traveling in Economy Class can use a row of 3 or 4 seats to lie across, mimicking the experience of a flat-bed business class.
Passengers will be provided with a blanket, pillow and seat cover for maximum comfort, and will be given priority boarding.
Those interested in this experience should purchase an upgrade at the airport, either upon check-in, or at the gate by adding $ 260 to the original ticket price.
Innovative designs for economy class seats
The concept is not new. Air New Zealand has offered a similar concept called “Skycoach” in Economy Class since 2011.
And in 2019, Airbus introduced the concept of “Settee Corner” for the first time.
The concept was inspired by the three-row seat in Economy Class, which is a luxurious, flat-style sofa-style seat that takes up less space and is lighter than an Business Class seat.
Earlier this year, Air New Zealand upgraded the flatbed in Economy Class to a new level, as it filed for a patent for a new concept called “Economy Skynest”, which is a 6-bedroom setup in Economy Class.
Alongside this, designer Geoffrey O’Neill recently showcased his future concept of economy class seats, the “Zephyr” seat, a two-story seating arrangement.
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