RECARO Aircraft Seating and LATAM Airlines Group introduce Premium Comfort with PL3530 seating solution

RECARO Aircraft Seating announce its retrofit collaboration with LATAM Airlines Group for their new premium comfort cabin to outfit Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 aircraft in 2027. The program includes 41 shipsets of the PL3530 long-range premium class seat, with the first shipset delivery scheduled for the first half of 2027.

Paulo Miranda, Vice President of Customers at LATAM Airlines Group commented: “Premium Comfort reflects our deep understanding of our customers’ evolving needs and our commitment to providing more options so every passenger can travel the way they want. It is a product that combines comfort, space, and high-level service with exceptional value, and it also represents a statement of how we envision the future of flying from South America to the world: a journey where privacy, design, and the warmth of our region come together to create a unique experience.” 

Dr. Mark Hiller, CEO of RECARO Aircraft Seating and RECARO Holding stated: “Our close collaboration with LATAM will result in a truly unique seat for their Premium Comfort Class passengers. The PL3530 model offers premium comfort, elevates privacy to a new level, and will be a standout addition to their fleet and the South American market.”

The PL3530 enables higher comfort and more privacy for long-haul flights, matching the RECARO vision “driving comfort in the sky”. Tailored to provide a more refined travel experience, the PL3530 premium class seat offers an increased width, industry-leading 40-inch seat pitch, privacy wings, and a generous 8-inch recline, perfect for passengers seeking extra living space to relax or work.

Furthermore, the seats come with a Panasonic Astrova in-flight entertainment system, featuring 16-inch 4K screens, Bluetooth audio pairing, USB-C fast charging, and AC power outlets, ensuring passengers remain connected and entertained throughout their flight.