When we think of weight balance, especially in aviation, we think of how fuel weight is calculated, where cargo is placed on an aircraft, and maximum takeoff weight. However, Swiss International Airlines is facing a whole other problem: the weight of airplane seats itself. So, what is the problem, and what is the solution? Let's find out.
 

A Brand New Premium Cabin

The news comes after SWISS announced its plans to renovate aircraft interiors in 2025. The new products, marketed as "SWISS Senses," are part of the Lufthansa Group's (which owns SWISS) refresh plans. The "SWISS Senses" seats will be the same found in Lufthansa's new Allegris business and first class, which debuted last May. The only difference seems to be that the cabin finishes are in red, as opposed to Lufthansa's blue finishes.

This cabin is planned to be installed on A330, A350, and B777 aircraft of the SWISS fleet. SWISS also unveiled a planned seat map for the retrofitted A330s. There will be 4 first-class seats in the first row of the aircraft, along with 43 business class, 21 premium economies, and 159 economy class seats.