United Airlines just announced that they’re planning on adding economy seats that turn into couches, according to USA Today. Yeah, that sounds AWESOME!
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United is working on adding a new row called the Relax Row, which is meant to make falling asleep and getting comfy while in economy even easier.
They’re planned to debut next year, and this is a special set of three economy seats “that can transform into a couch.” The seats will have adjustable leg rests that can fold up to a 90-degree angle to allow you to sleep or stretch out.
United’s Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Nocella said, “As a leading premium airline, we’re committed to delivering new, industry-leading experiences for all of our customers — and the United Relax Row is the perfect example of that. Customers traveling in United Economy on long-haul flights deserve an option for more space and comfort, and this is one way we can deliver that for them.”
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Right now, they plan to be added to more than 200 Boeing 787 and 777 widebody aircraft by 2030, but they’ll start adding them in 2027. There will be 12 Relax Row sections located between United Economy and United Premium Plus.
United said, “The United Releax Row is ideal for families traveling with small children, solo travelers, and couples who want the value of United Economy but with a little extra comfort.”
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The row will also receive special amenities like a custom-fitted mattress pad, blanket, and two extra pillows. Families will also get a plush toy and a children’s travel kit. This is making United the first North American airline to offer lie-flat seating in economy, and we’re excited to see how they look once they debut.
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Presumably you’d need to book all 3 seats though, which could work out expensive.