Condor Picks RECARO To Boost New Economy Class Experience

Condor Chooses RECARO’s BL3710 and SL3710 Seats for Enhanced Economy Comfort

Condor, the German airline known for leisure travel, is upgrading its Economy Class experience with RECARO Aircraft Seating‘s latest designs. The Airbus fleet, consisting of 28 A321 and 13 A320 aircraft, will boast over 8,900 seats from RECARO’s award-winning BL3710 and the ultra-light SL3710 models. Set to be delivered from 2024 to 2028, these seats will feature a hybrid layout with Condor’s unique branding touches.

Condor Economy Cabin With RECARO BL3710 Seats

Each BL3710 seat promises an array of comfort-enhancing features. Passengers can enjoy personal USB power, a seat bottom crafted for superior ergonomics, a flexible tray table, extended armrests, and a holder for personal devices to customize their in-flight entertainment.

Condor Economy Cabin With RECARO SL3710 Seats

The SL3710 seat stands out for its feather-light eight-kilogram frame, offering superior ergonomics to accommodate passengers of all sizes. It also includes convenient USB power and an integrated cup holder.

Durability and Function

RECARO emphasizes durability and function with a dedicated service team working to extend the life and performance of Condor’s new seating. Plus, shared spare parts between the BL3710 and SL3710 models help Condor cut maintenance costs.

“This collaboration with Condor underscores our commitment to providing passengers with comfort and functionality and also reaffirms our role in pushing the boundaries of sustainable design,” said Dr. Mark Hiller, CEO of RECARO Aircraft Seating and RECARO Holding. “As Condor expands their Airbus fleet, we look forward to enhancing the in-flight experience.”

The seating company’s innovative designs offer ergonomic benefits and environmental ones. Their lightweight seats help save fuel and support the sustainability goals of Condor and RECARO.

“By choosing RECARO seats, we are striving to maximize comfort for our guests on short and medium-haul flights,” said Christian Schmitt, Chief Operations Officer and Accountable Manager of Condor. “With the new long-term partnership, we rely on the many years of experience, the latest innovations, and a great service in this area at RECARO to strengthen the Condor product and onboard experience.”

Condor, founded in 1956 and headquartered near Frankfurt Airport, has a fleet of over 50 aircraft and offers flights to 90 destinations globally.

About RECARO Aircraft Seating

RECARO Aircraft Seating designs and manufactures premium aircraft seats, serving airlines and OEMs worldwide. It leads the economy-class seating market, focusing on innovative products, exceptional customer service, and delivering comfort in flight. The family-owned company invests significantly in R&D. It focuses on sustainable practices, reliability, and the professional development of its employees. Based in Schwaebisch Hall, Germany, RECARO employs about 2,400 staff globally, located in China, Poland, South Africa, and the USA. In 2022, the company reported revenues of 403 million euros.