Air New Zealand Skynest
Air New Zealand's "Skynest" concept offers beds for long-haul economy flyers.
  • The Crystal Cabin Awards announced a shortlist of concepts that could shape the future of consumer aviation.
  • Adient Aerospace brings the wide-body experience to the business class aisle in narrow-body cabins.
  • A Spanish design company proposed completely removing the middle seat.

The future of consumer flight could include a more luxurious business-class experience in narrow-body airplanes, equipped with a bed, extra luggage space, and a minibar.

Crystal Cabin Awards, an international award that highlights innovative interior aircraft designs, announced its 2023 shortlist of winners on Monday.