Recaro CL3710 seat takes flight on Etihad’s new A350

Recaro Aircraft Seating has announced its CL3710 seat entered into service on 31 March on board Etihad Airways’ new A350-1000 aircraft.

The seat, which won a 2019 Crystal Cabin Award for its extensive comfort enhancements, features a 13.3-inch high-definition screen with integrated USB charging ports and a personal electronic device (PED) holder. Etihad’s signature fixed-wing headrest has been incorporated into the economy class seat, which adapts to passengers of different heights and statures while maintaining optimal neck support.

Terry Daly, Executive Director Guest Experience, Brand and Marketing at Etihad Airways, said: “Choosing Recaro as a supplier for the economy class of our A350 aircraft reiterates our desire to deliver the best possible comfort for our guests. At the same time, the Recaro seats are a reliable product with minimal maintenance costs which is important in helping us to deliver a consistently exceptional travel experience for our guests.”

Dr Mark Hiller, CEO of Recaro Aircraft Seating, said: “We are delighted to revitalise our partnership with Etihad Airways and it’s an honour for our seats to be flying on Etihad’s A350-1000. In the past, Etihad Airways and Recaro have successfully worked together and I look forward to this new long-term collaboration.”

Etihad Airways will be using its new A350-1000 fleet initially on short- to medium-haul routes before expanding to serve long-haul routes by the summer.