Delta is Incorporating Seats to Support Travelers with Mobility Issues
Laura McQuarrie — June 5, 2023 — World
References: priestmangoode & designtaxi
There is a growing need for more accessible travel solutions, and Delta is one airline that's addressing this pressing need by introducing innovative airline seat designs that prioritize the comfort and convenience of travelers with mobility issues, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a safe and inclusive travel experience. Last year, inclusive travel consortium Air 4 All announced seat designs so that those with mobility issues could safely remain in their wheelchairs while in flight. Now, Delta will be the first to incorporate this travel seating design after its subsidiary, Delta Flight Products, partnered with the company, design consultancy PriestmanGoode and Flying Disabled.
As it stands, wheelchair-bound passengers have to make the switch to wheelchairs provided by their carrier when they are traveling, and these exhausting and uncomfortable experiences will be reduced by these accommodating new designs.
As it stands, wheelchair-bound passengers have to make the switch to wheelchairs provided by their carrier when they are traveling, and these exhausting and uncomfortable experiences will be reduced by these accommodating new designs.
Trend Themes
1. Accessible Airline Seats - More airlines are likely to follow Delta's lead and invest in innovative seat designs that prioritize the comfort and convenience of travelers with mobility issues.
2. Inclusive Travel Solutions - The travel industry is beginning to adapt and adopt more inclusive travel solutions that cater to the needs of travelers with mobility issues.
3. Partnerships for Accessibility - Collaboration between airlines and accessibility experts will become increasingly important as the demand for inclusive travel solutions grows.
Industry Implications
1. Airline Industry - Airlines can set themselves apart from their competitors by investing in innovative designs that prioritize accessibility for travelers with mobility issues, potentially improving customer loyalty and satisfaction.
2. Accessibility Industry - Accessibility experts can collaborate with airlines and other travel-related industries to create innovative solutions for travelers with mobility issues.
3. Design Industry - The design industry has an opportunity to incorporate accessibility into their work, creating innovative solutions that benefit people with disabilities in all aspects of life, including travel.
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