Ryanair wants passengers to stand during its flights so the budget airline can squeeze more people onboard.
The Irish air carrier plans to cut costs by making fliers perch on stools with seatbelts around their waists.
Chief executive Michael O'Leary has already held talks with US plane manufacturer Boeing about designing an aircraft with standing room.
Should the idea get the go-ahead from the Irish Aviation Authority, the airline plans to either order new jets or refurbish its existing fleet.
Ryanair estimates it would be able to pack in 30 per cent more passengers while slashing costs by 20 per cent.
Spokesman Stephen McNamara said: 'It would be vertical seating more akin to a stool and the person would still be strapped in."
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Ryanair to make passengers stand up during flights.
Honestly, it would probably be more comfortable to stand anyway. From Daily Mail:
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just glad i didn't book any ryanair flights this summer. most of their cheapest flights are at either 7am or 11pm and in some of these cities it's pretty hard to get around if it's not between 9am and 7pm. that's how they really get some cheap flights. and of course all the hidden fees...
Yeah, if your luggage is more than 10 pounds, you have to give them your firstborn. But I've ridden Ryanair before without problem. I think I took one from England to France. Actually come to think of it, the flight was at like 6 am and it was a HUGE pain in the ass to get there. Ryanair can suck it!
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