Standing seats will be introduced on planes? ...A backlash against the idea of a slave ship in the past

May 22, 2025

Standing seats will be introduced on planes? ...A backlash against the idea of a slave ship in the past
photo source=Daily Mail



The news that standing seats could be introduced for the first time as early as next year is drawing attention.

Foreign media, including the Daily Mail, said some low-cost airlines in Europe are expected to introduce standing-only seating options to reduce costs and maximize profits.

It was predicted that the introduction of standing seats would increase passenger capacity by 20%. However, it is expected to be introduced on a relatively short route within two hours.




A special chair was also made to introduce standing seats.

Recently, it has been reported that 'Skyrider upright seat' made by an Italian air seat manufacturer has also passed safety tests.

In fact, the Skyrider was first unveiled in 2018, but an upgraded version was released this time due to technological advances.




This standing chair is designed to allow passengers to lean over without sitting down completely.

Businesses will be able to "mix seats and standing seats to allow more room in the cabin."This will increase the number of passengers by 20%, which will increase the airline's revenue."

However, it is unclear whether low-cost airlines will actually introduce the seats.




The Daily Mail said "No airline has officially confirmed plans to introduce standing seats," he said.

However, Michael O'Leary, CEO of Ryanair, an Irish-based low-cost airline, said in 2012 that he would like to introduce standing seats in some small airliners" has expressed his intention. At the time, he said it could be between 1 and 5 pounds (about 2,000 won to 10,000 won) for a ticket.

As the news spread, netizens must prevent the introduction of this seat for the sake of safety", "The design reminds me of the slave ships of the past" show skepticism such as.

Reporter Jang Jong-ho bellho@sportschosun.com



This article was translated by Naver AI translator.