RECARO AIRCRAFT SEATING AND LATAM AIRLINES GROUP PREPARE FOR R7 BUSINESS CLASS ENTRY INTO SERVICE

The R7 offers an increased shell height and suite door for enhanced privacy. Inspired by the breathtaking Andes mountain range, the seat’s custom table design and specialized antimicrobial faux leather dress covers, made from recycled materials, elevate the cabin’s premium ambiance. The 24 shipset retrofit for their B787-8 and B787-9 includes the incorporation of the long-haul R7 Business Class seat which is one of the lightest business class suites certified for B787 aircraft on the market.

“As we near entry into service, AIX serves as the ideal platform to collaborate with the LATAM team and prepare for this exciting milestone ahead,” says Mark Hiller, CEO of RECARO Aircraft Seating and RECARO Holding. “The R7 business class is all about comfort, privacy, and the elegance of South American culture, with every detail crafted through rigorous team collaboration and strong focus on enhancing the flying experience to make long-haul travel feel like a journey of luxury and sustainability.”

“We are thrilled to partner with RECARO to introduce the R7 Business Class to our Boeing 787 fleet,” says Paulo Miranda, VP of Customers at LATAM Airlines Group. "This innovative seating will improve comfort and privacy, while reinforcing LATAM's commitment to elevating the passenger experience and providing an exceptional and premium long-haul travel at the next level."