Air Cambodia to launch X-Space Table on ATR 72 turbopropsRunway Girl

ATR in 2023 made it clear to the world that it’s ready to compete on cabin choice and passenger comfort with the unveiling of a new HighLine-branded family of swish interiors for its turboprops — including an all-business class option that has since attracted several customers.

Now, ATR reveals Air Cambodia has signed on as the launch customer for the ‘X-Space Table’, a clever, plug-and-play solution that allows airlines to convert seat duos into premium seats, with the aisle-side seat’s back and pan removed and replaced with a side table and the option of storage. Air Cambodia will position the platform in business class.

“Following the delivery of its brand-new ATR 72-600 in May 2025, Air Cambodia plans to retrofit the ‘X-Space Table’ in 2027 across its fleet of three ATRs,” says the French airframer.

“The business class section will feature four business seats arranged in two rows in a one-by-one layout, offering direct window and aisle access for each traveller, as well as enhanced comfort, privacy and individual stowage compartments.

Importantly, the convertible nature of X-Space allows airlines to swiftly change their cabin layout depending on passenger demand, enabling them to seamlessly switch between all-economy and dual-class cabin configurations.

“This flexibility empowers operators to respond efficiently to fluctuating passenger demand, seasonal variations or charter-specific requirements with minimal downtime and maximum efficiency,” notes ATR.

For David Zhan, vice chairman and CEO of Air Cambodia, the new business class offering will enable the airline to offer “a more refined travel experience while maintaining the agility required in our operations” which sees ATR turboprops ply regional routes including to Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville, Ho Chi Minh City and other cities.

“This solution supports our commitment to providing greater comfort and choice to passengers across Cambodia, while ensuring continuity of service with our single-aisle fleet. It also strengthens our ability to adapt to evolving travel needs,” he says.

Makers of the longstanding ATR 42 and 72 turboprops, ATR has in recent years made a strong argument to airlines to replace fuel-intensive jets on regional routes with its more efficient #GreenWing turboprops. In the US alone, it sees demand for 300 aircraft to restore regional connectivity across the nation, as 50-seat RJs are retired.

In a key endorsement, US public charter carrier JSX is set to soon launch ATR 42-600 operations. The two leased aircraft are being fitted with 30 premium seats and, says JSX, will offer “business class legroom.”

In June, JSX inked a Letter of Intent for up to 25 ATR HighLine-equipped aircraft — either ATR 42-600s with 30 seats or the All-Business Class ATR 72-600s, configured 1-1 with recliners.

“Emitting 45% less CO2 per trip than similar-sized jets, ATR HighLine-equipped aircraft are set to disrupt and elevate the regional market without compromising on environmental responsibility, making them a compelling choice for operators targeting high-end markets,” suggests ATR.

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