Finnair Renews Aircraft Interiors

The design of Finnair aircraft cabin interiors is being completely renewed. The changes will affect seat textiles, carpeting, blinds, lighting and wall panel surfaces.

The new lighter atmosphere brings a feeling of space and freshness to the passenger cabins, and these were the most important aims in the redesign of the interior atmosphere.

The textiles used in the aircraft take a step from the familiar Finnair blue towards a shade of light blue-grey.

The new seat covering textiles are a pale blue and decorated with a circular line pattern, which brings shape and elegance to the overall look. The dominant colour in the Business Class sections of the cabin are lighter than in Economy.

Lighting designed to simulate natural sunlight

A special feature of the interiors is that the colour theme responds in different ways to changes in the lighting.

Finnair is making use of Scenario cabin lighting, which represents state-of-the-art technology and changes automatically according to conditions. The lighting simulates the daily rhythm of the sun's movement, which makes it easier for passengers to adapt to new time zones even before they leave the aircraft.

Other small, fresh details are also being added to the cabins.

Textiles used for blankets and pillows in both class compartments have also been renewed. In Business Class a quilted blanket replaces the combined blanket and duvet cover. In Economy, a new lime-tinted pillow and soft micro-fleece blanket will add a touch of subtle colour.

The new interior debutes in April

The new interior makes its debut on Finnair's new Airbus A330 aircraft on the flight to New York leaving on Monday April 6. Finnair will take delivery of four Airbus A330 aircraft over the course of the current year, and the new interior will feature in all of them.

The interior design is the work of the Swiss designer Christine Lüdeke, who specialises in aircraft interiors, together with materials company Lantal, also of Switzerland. Both are long-term Finnair partners.

Aircraft interiors present their own special design challenges, and make tough demands on fabrics and other material. The materials used must fulfil strict industry specifications, be durable under constant use, and look good for long periods.

Transition to the new interior is a two-year process

The entire Finnair fleet will be given a face-lift, and the new look will be seen in all Finnair aircraft cabin interiors within two years. To minimize costs, the refurbishment programme will be implemented at the same time as aircraft undergo their regular maintenance work.