Air Canada’s most significant cabin investment in new long-haul cabin designs aims to deliver “a distinctly Canadian experience,” the airline says.
Unveiled at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg this spring, the airline’s new Glowing Hearted standard emphasises comfort, care and connection for customers.
Air Canada Signature red stitching and bespoke fabrics provide a subtle Canadian touch paired with a palette of greys and stone. Natural wood grain details are complemented by bronze metal accents while leather-grain surfaces and metal finishes reflect deliberate investment in enduring quality, balancing refined aesthetics and durability.
The Airbus A321XLR features a backlit canopy of maple leaves for a distinctly Canadian welcome as passengers board.
On the Boeing 787-10, premium customers are greeted by a wave-like entrance monument, inspired by Canada’s waterways and anchored by the Air Canada rondelle cast in bronze.
The end-to-end hospitality experience will be distinctly Canadian and include upgraded service, food and beverage elements and elevated amenities.
The cabins will fly this summer on the A321XLR and feature a range of upgrades for all passengers, including all-new ergonomic seats designed to maximise personal space with built-in tablet holders and larger overhead bins.
For the first time on a single-aisle aircraft, Air Canada will introduce 14 lie-flat Air Canada Signature Class seats.
Larger 4K OLED screens (13-inch in Economy, 19-inch Premium Cabins) and Bluetooth audio is available along with access to high-powered USB-C and AC power outlets at every seat, ensuring laptops and all personal devices stay fully charged.
Air Canada Premium Economy cabins will also feature new extended privacy wings for added comfort.
The Airbus A321XLR’s introduction will enable Air Canada to offer an upgraded, premium journey across more of its transcontinental network in North America.
The new cabin design featuring the exclusive Air Canada Signature Plus Suite will launch when the Boeing 787-10 enters service.
Air Canada Signature Plus, a new and exclusive suite at the front of the aircraft, is designed for passengers seeking an elevated experience with extra space. The suites in the centre of the aircraft also offer companion seats for use in cruise.
The four suites all include a 2-metre/6’5” bed, quartzite-topped table and a dedicated guest seat, with more space for personal items and a higher wall for additional privacy.
The two centre suites feature a fully retractable sliding privacy panel, maximising sociability for up to four customers travelling together.
Mark Nasr, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer at Air Canada, said: “This investment is about fundamentally redefining the experience of flying with Air Canada. From the moment of stepping on board, we’re setting a new standard for how Canadians and the world connect with our brand.”
“Details matter: we listened closely to feedback and challenged ourselves to create an experience defined by a strong Canadian sense of place, alongside a commitment to craftsmanship, functionality and long-term durability. This investment in the care and comfort of our customers is a key element of our New Frontiers growth strategy to become one of the world’s leading airlines.”
