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Press Release: RECARO revealed as LATAM’s premium class seat provider

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Press Release hub banner blue with title in red white and blueRECARO Aircraft Seating (RECARO), a global leader in premium aircraft seating solutions, is proud to announce its retrofit collaboration with LATAM Airlines Group (LATAM) for their new premium comfort cabin to outfit Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 aircraft in 2027.

The program includes 41 shipsets of the PL3530 long-range premium class seat, with the first shipset delivery scheduled for the first half of 2027.

The PL3530 enables higher comfort and more privacy for long-haul flights, matching the RECARO vision “driving comfort in the sky”.

Tailored to provide a more refined travel experience, the PL3530 premium class seat offers an increased width, industry-leading 40-inch seat pitch, privacy wings, and a generous 8-inch recline, perfect for passengers seeking extra living space to relax or work.

Panasonic Astrova in the seatback of LATAM's Recaro PL3530

Furthermore, the seats come with a Panasonic Astrova in-flight entertainment system, featuring 16-inch 4K screens, Bluetooth audio pairing, USB-C fast charging, and AC power outlets, ensuring passengers remain connected and entertained throughout their flight.

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“Premium Comfort reflects our deep understanding of our customers’ evolving needs and our commitment to providing more options so every passenger can travel the way they want. It is a product that combines comfort, space, and high-level service with exceptional value, and it also represents a statement of how we envision the future of flying from South America to the world: a journey where privacy, design, and the warmth of our region come together to create a unique experience,” said Paulo Miranda, Vice President of Customers at LATAM Airlines Group.

“Our close collaboration with LATAM will result in a truly unique seat for their Premium Comfort Class passengers,” says Dr. Mark Hiller, CEO of RECARO Aircraft Seating and RECARO Holding. “The PL3530 model offers premium comfort, elevates privacy to a new level, and will be a standout addition to their fleet and the South American market.”

Close up of the Recaro PL3530 for LATAM

All images credited to LATAM Airlines