Pilots can use the touchscreen capability to pinch, zoom in and drag flight information elements on the displays similar to the way a smartphone user engages with mobile applications. “It is a landmark in the cockpit evolution offering pilots a new user experience and enabling airlines to accelerate their digital transformation,” Jean-Paul Ebanga, vice president of flight avionics for Thales said in a statement.Įbanga said the newly certified touchscreen configuration uses the same technology features in the Thales FlytX avionics suite that was recently selected by Airbus Helicopters for the H160M that will be operated by the French Armament General Directorate (DGA). This new method of input complements the existing physical keyboard integrated into the retractable table in front of each pilot and also the keyboard and trackball “keyboard-cursor control unit” (KCCU) located on the center console, Airbus said in a description of the new functionality. ![]() Photo caption: At the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, Airbus and ITA Airways teams celebrate their agreement to upgrade the cabins of ITA's A350s.When the pilot selects the onboard information system option on the center downward facing display, the touchscreen capability becomes enabled and both pilots can manipulate EFB information. Airbus will also perform the necessary engineering load calculations for the new layout as well as updating the aircraft’s Weight and Balance manuals. Airbus A350 airplane cockpit high detallization VR 3D Model available on Turbo Squid, the worlds leading provider of digital 3D models for visualization. In addition, the passenger service units (PSUs) will be reconfigured, including oxygen, reading-lights and ventilation. PY is being increasingly sought-after thanks to its yield management benefits for airlines, while reducing costs for business travelers.Īs well installing the new seats, the scope of the upgrade will involve the related installation of one additional galley (including interfaces, structure rail, floor panels etc.), class partitions, adaptation of overhead stowages, carpets, seat tracks, cabling for in-seat-power and IFE, new lighting zoning. The installation of the new PY class will involve replacing a section of ‘3-3-3’ nine-abreast economy class (Y) seats, with ‘2-4-2’ eight-abreast Premium Economy (PY) seats. Both aircraft types will offer a four-class configuration: Business, Premium Economy, Comfort Economy and Economy.”Ĭharbel Youzkatli, Head of Europe Commercial Services at Airbus says: “ As our airline customers see the increasing popularity of Premium Economy amongst passengers, Airbus is pleased to be able to help ensure that their Airbus aircraft continue to meet these evolving customer expectations.” He adds: “ We are therefore very pleased to be part of this strategic project with ITA Airways and contribute to upholding the passenger experience which ITA Airways is showcasing. This project also underscores the importance to us of the Airbus A350 in our widebody fleet strategy and the harmonization of these A350s with the brand new A330neos coming into our fleet. Airbus will make available its on-site expertise and support for the customer to guide their first shipset implementation.Īlessio Leone, Head of Camo Operations at ITA Airways says: “ We have selected Airbus Services thanks to its OEM expertise, expert engineering know-how, project management, and supply chain management. Completion of the project and re-delivery of the six upgraded aircraft is expected in mid-2024.Īirbus will provide all the Service Bulletins (SBs), including engineering drawings, the kits required for the complete cabin and technical support during embodiment of the solution. ![]() The key feature of the upgrade is the installation of a brand new Premium Economy (PY) class section into the cabin. 7 June 2023 - Aircraft Interiors Expo, Hamburg - ITA Airways has signed a cabin retrofit agreement with Airbus Services to upgrade its six A350s-900s.
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