Traveling in Economy Class will be fun. An emphasis on technology, comfort, and personalized services would give the section the facelift it deserves.
Imagine enjoying high-speed Wi-Fi experiences thousands of feet in the air, or stretching comfortably in enhanced legroom with footrests and spacious seating.
Even the longest of flights would cease to be tiresome with the revamped food and beverage service, designed to suit different taste buds. Yes, traveling in economy class would be fun starting in 2025.
Read on to understand the development that is going to revolutionize travel in economy class and the airlines that are believed to implement it.
Spirit Airlines
Spirit Airlines is contemplating a range of initiatives that will bolster its economy class and augment customer experience. But what are they? Let’s find out.
- Improved Seating
With its new initiative of “Go Big”, “Go Comfy” and “Go Savvy” as an upgrade to the economy class. The cabins now feature larger front seats, guaranteed blocked middle seats, and other perks like priority check-in and boarding, snacks, drinks, and checked baggage. These added facilities mean traveling in economy class would be a far superior experience.
- In-Flight Wi-Fi and Entertainment
Spirit Airlines is contemplating offering Wi-Fi access to all passengers, but at an added cost. This would ensure that those traveling in economy class enjoy a superior Wi-Fi experience to stream videos and other entertainment.
- In-Flight Meal
Spirit Airlines offers food options in the economy section. Those traveling in the Go Big category have premium food and drink included in their fare.
Small snacks and non-alcoholic drinks are included in the fare of those traveling in the Go Comfy category. They also have the option to buy additional snacks and drinks on board.
Those traveling in the Go Savvy category are entitled to purchase snacks and drinks available on the plane.
- Eco-Friendly Initiatives
Spirit Airlines invests in fuel-efficient aircraft and implements flight path optimizations, ensuring fuel conservation and minimal emissions. The airline also promotes lighter baggage policies through charges and weight limits, thereby encouraging passengers to travel light and helping it reduce fuel consumption. Spirit recycles and reuses wood crates, pallets, paper packaging, and drums. All the reusable materials are returned to vendors.
Alaska Airlines
With its emphasis firmly on elevating the experience of those traveling in economy class, Alaska Airlines has come up with several innovations, which include:
- Revamped Seating
Alaska Airlines offers several additions to its seating arrangements in economy class. These include a new light-weight design that enhances cabin space, but does not compromise on passenger convenience. Some of the important features in this category include a tablet holder with a built-in cup holder, USB-C charging ports, and a six-way adjustable headrest with neck support.
- Chef-Curated Dishes
A move that is bound to garner loud cheers, Alaska Airlines offers its economy class passengers an option to choose from up to five chef-curated dishes, including at least one hot meal option. However, the hot meal choices will only apply to pre-order purchases.
- In-Flight WI-FI
Travelers in the economy class of Alaska Airlines enjoy "streaming-fast" Wi-Fi with satellite internet that offers 20 times faster connectivity than the basic WI-FI. Moreover, the passengers in the economy section also enjoy gate-to-gate connectivity, which means connectivity from the moment they step on the plane to the time they exit.
- Eco-Friendly Initiatives
Alaska Airlines’ eco-friendly initiatives include the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and fuel-efficient practices that ensure a greener travel experience. Alaska Airlines has introduced eco-friendly initiatives for economy class. The major change is plastic-free beverage service and using SFI-certified paper cups. The airline is also replacing plastic water bottles with Boxed Water in plant-based cartons.
Allegiant Air
US ultra-low-cost airline, Allegiant Air, is renowned for its cheaper fares that make it an affordable option for most. However, the airline is slowly but surely working towards enhancing its customer service and satisfaction. Read on to learn about a few points that the airline has implemented to bolster its economy class.
- Revamped Seating
Allegiant Air has introduced a revamped seating section in its economy class. It, however, can only be purchased by those traveling on select flights, most importantly on Boeing 757s. The revamped seating is called Giant Seats and Legroom+. The Giant Seats are situated in the first row and the mid-cabin emergency exit row. The seats are 25 inches wide and offer 36 inches of legroom. The leg room seats, on the other hand, offer up to 34 inches of legroom.
- In-Flight Meal
Allegiant Airlines has revamped its in-flight menu and has particularly enhanced its alcoholic beverage and brand-name snack offerings. Passengers can enjoy top alcoholic beverages like Don Julio Reposado Tequila and Ryder Estate Wines, along with well-known snacks like Grandma's Chocolate Chip Cookies.
- Eco-Friendly Initiatives
Allegiant Air is inducting new fuel–efficient aircraft into its fleet. It is also contemplating optimizing flight planning and exploring sustainable aviation fuel options.
