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Recaro Adds "Plus" Option for R7 Business Class Bulkhead

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The new “Plus” option for front row on the R7 business class seats removes a bit of stowage in favor of more passenger space (image via Recaro)

A premium bulkhead row experience is increasingly part of airlines’ strategies for optimizing their business class cabins. Recaro joins the fray this year with an updated design for its R7 seats.

The Business Class Plus front row offering, introduced at Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg this week, significantly increases personal space for those passengers. It also creates an opportunity for a second passenger to sit in the mini-suite seat.

The Plus front row seat removes a cabin monument from the bulkhead – and a small amount of associated airline stowage – to expand the available passenger space. A bench seat replaces the foot well, and a large tray table is available, enabling a buddy dining scenario.

Enjoying my time in the R7
Enjoying my time in the R7 “Plus” demo seat

For the center pair seats the divider can also retract, creating a space for four, though the divider between the two guests remains.

The visual effect of the wider space at the front is significant. It feels much larger than it is (or than the rows behind) thanks to the expanded visual area.

A massive IFE screen, and more visual space, on the R7 front row option from Recaro
A massive IFE screen, and more visual space, on the R7 front row option from Recaro

The refreshed R7 also includes an updated set of options for the seat controls. Alas, they are all touch-only, with no tactile indicators. That’s not great for accessibility.

Details of the updated seat controls in the Recaro R7 business class seat
Details of the updated seat controls in the Recaro R7 business class seat (image via Recaro)

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