Cabin design is not just about looks - the mass of materials used for equipment such as seating is crucial in the constant quest by airlines for lighter aircraft

Airbus reached an important milestone for its A380 programme in February when the addition of Korean Air’s deal for two more aircraft brought total firm orders for the giant to 200 aircraft.

Air France is introducing a new premium economy product on its long-haul flights, dubbed ‘Premium Voyager’, and will begin to rebrand its remaining aircraft…

Airbus expects several more of its A380 customers will join Emirates with ultimate fleets of at least 50 aircraft, as it targets 600 sales of the giant to its existing clients.

Boeing Research and Technology Australia (formerly Phantom Works Australia) and the Australian Research Centre for Aerospace Automation (ARCAA) are undertaking…