Budget airlines could launch standing-only seats as early as next year in bid to increase capacity on flights
BUDGET airlines could launch standing-only seats as early as next year after the designs were said to have finally passed safety tests.
The stand-up rollercoaster-style padded seats allow passengers to lean without fully sitting, and would increase capacity by up to 20 per cent.
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The Skyrider upright seats were first created in 2018 by Italian manufacturer Aviointeriors.
They would most likely be introduced on flights of up to two hours.
A spokesperson for Aviointeriors said in 2018: 'The Skyrider 2.0 is an innovative seat.
'It allows an ultra-high density in the aircraft cabin.
"Skyrider 2.0 opens the travelling experience to a wider passenger market, creating also a useful space for the introduction of mixed classes boarded on the same aircraft.
'Its main feature is the original bottom that ensures an increased upright passenger position allowing installation of the seat at a reduced pitch, while maintaining an adequate comfort.
'The design of this seat enables carriers to increase the passenger number by 20 per cent, allowing increasing profits for airline companies.'
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary has supported 'standing berths' since 2012, and suggested tickets could cost as little as £1.
However, Aviointeriors declined to comment and no airlines have officially confirmed plans to introduce the seats.
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