RECARO Aircraft Seating R2 Selected by airBaltic to Outfit A220-300 Fleet

May 30, 2024
Comfort features of the selected seat include an enhanced cushion for the seat bottom and backrest, an integrated headrest, and the modern convenience of USB-C power at each seat.

airBaltic has chosen RECARO's R2 seat for its Airbus A220-300 aircraft. 

The fleet will be equipped with seats in a 148-seat cabin layout. 

Comfort features of the selected seat include an enhanced cushion for the seat bottom and backrest, an integrated headrest, and the modern convenience of USB-C power at each seat.

The design will feature a contemporary light grey and white dress cover. 

Delivery is slated to begin in the first quarter of 2026.

"Teaming up with airBaltic marks an exciting opportunity for us at RECARO," said Mark Hiller, CEO of RECARO Aircraft Seating and RECARO Holding. "Our R2 will elevate passenger comfort within the airBaltic cabin to new levels, and I am confident this collaboration is the beginning of a long-lasting partnership.” 

Martin Gauss, president and CEO of airBaltic: “This year, we will celebrate already eight years since airBaltic became the global launch operator of the Airbus A220-300 aircraft type. To elevate the passenger comfort and travel experience even more, we are excited to reveal our plans to collaborate with RECARO Aircraft Seating on our new seat offer, which will benefit the airBaltic passengers travelling within the airline’s wide network in Europe and beyond.”