{
  "id": 5333743,
  "title": "Emirates unveils one-of-its-kind electric Premium Economy seats",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/03/emirates-unveils-one-of-its-kind-electric-premium-economy-seats",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-03T12:44:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/business/aviation/emirates-unveils-one-of-its-kind-electric-premium-economy-seats-1.500662175"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai-based airline Emirates has introduced a revolutionary electrically powered Premium Economy seat on its latest Airbus A350 aircraft. The new seat, which forms part of the Premium Economy cabin with a 2-3-2 layout and 28 seats, offers unprecedented levels of personal space and comfort.\n\nThe standout feature is the full-height adjustable privacy screen between every seat, raised or lowered electronically at the touch of a button. This innovation creates a more private environment for sleeping, working or dining without compromising the cabin experience.\n\nThe seat dimensions are 20 inches wide, offering up to 39 inches of pitch and a comfortable recline into a cradle position. It also includes a full-height privacy divider, unlike traditional Premium Economy dividers, and is entirely electrically powered. Passengers can customize their position using an integrated Passenger Control Unit, with settings like lounge mode and meal mode.\n\nAdditionally, the new Premium Economy seat introduces the redesigned U-Dream headrest by Safran Seats, which allows passengers to adjust the wings into multiple positions for enhanced neck and head support. A manually deployable leather footrest is also included to reduce leg fatigue.\n\nFor added convenience, the seat features wireless charging for compatible devices and USB-C charging, with an integrated phone holder on the tray table for second screen functionality during meals or entertainment.\n\nThe 4K entertainment system on a 13.3-inch 4K HDR touchscreen will be available in the A350 Premium Economy cabin, along with new exterior camera views. Passengers will be able to view left and right-facing perspectives in addition to the existing forward and downward cameras, providing a unique perspective during take-off, landing, and the flight.\n\nEmirates launched Premium Economy in 2022, and the new electric seat is a testament to the airline's commitment to enhancing passenger experience across its fleet, which now includes the A350, A380, and retrofitted Boeing 777s.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Emirates has unveiled what it says is the world’s first electrically powered Premium Economy seat with a full-height adjustable privacy screen between every seat, bringing a new level of personal space to its latest Airbus A350 aircraft. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. The new seat is designed to give passengers greater control over…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}