The first seats, which resemble bicycle seats and are softer, are called Skyrider 2.0. They were introduced in 2018, have passed testing, and have received airworthiness certificates. Such seats allow passengers to sit partially while increasing the capacity of the aircraft by 20%.
Their main feature is that they provide a more upright position for the passenger, allowing the seat to be installed at a height while maintaining sufficient comfort.
In recent years, the model has been improved: the model’s shock absorption and reinforcements have been increased. The chairs are almost 50% lighter than conventional seats and require lower maintenance costs.
Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has long shown interest in this approach. He announced back in 2012 that he would like to equip his planes with such seats, with tickets starting at £1.
