Frequent Traveler? The Innovations and Advancements You Should Know About
Americans have long had a love/hate relationship with the airline industry. There’s lots to loathe when it comes flying – the delays, the fees, the less than comfortable accommodations. Yet, it’s made traveling what it is today – what other mode of transportation can get you to a far-off destination as quickly as an airplane? And you’ll be happy to know, the airline industry is making strides to make your trip safer, more comfortable, and dare I say…enjoyable?
The Fully Reclined Airplane Bed
Sure, there’s been a lot of imitations but Delta is debuting truly lie-flat seats that can fold into personal sleepers – the first for a U.S. carrier. So say goodbye to neck cramps and creepy sleeping strangers.
Fuel for Travel
Dreading your long flight cause you know you’ll be bored to tears? Passengers traveling via the Amsterdam Airport can take a quick pit stop at the Fuel for Travel kiosk and download digital information, music, movies, audio books, and more.
Strap Down the Kiddies!
For all you parents who absolutely loathe traveling with the kids, consider this little contraption next time you’re planning a vacay via plane: the Child Aviation Restraint System. It has all the effectiveness of a car seat without the bulk. It fits in your pocket, takes just a minute to install, and makes for very happy passengers (especially the poor chap in front of you).
LiveWire – Keeping You Safe!
LiveWire is a technology company that has developed an electrical circuit test device, which can help airplane mechanics locate fault wiring that can be hard to detect. So why’s that important? Remember Swissair Flight 111 or TWA Flight 800? There was implication that faulty wiring contributed to the horrific crashes of both airplanes. And not only does such a device keep you safe, but it can help mechancis detect faulty wiring that can be fixed during routine maintenance – meaning, planes spend less time grounded and you take off on schedule.