As airlines push for lighter, more sustainable, and passenger-friendly cabin environments, material choice has never been more critical. While wovens have dominated aircraft interiors for decades, knitted fabrics in aircraft interiors are now emerging as a game-changer for seat covers, headrests, wall panels, and soft trim applications.
Why knits are gaining traction in Aviation Interiors:
✅ Weight Reduction: Lower GSM for reduced fuel consumption
✅ Comfort: Softness, breathability, and stretch for passenger experience
✅ Design Freedom: Gradient patterns, 3D textures, and branding without post-processing
✅ Sustainability: Lower production waste, use of recycled yarns, and easier disassembly
✅ Performance: Meets flame-retardant requirements (FAR 25.853), abrasion resistance, and easy clean
Applications of Knitted Fabrics in Aircraft Interiors:
Seat Covers
Knitted fabrics offer enhanced stretch for a clean fit on contoured seats, reduce wrinkling over time, and provide a lightweight alternative to heavier woven fabrics. Their breathability improves passenger comfort, making them ideal across economy, premium economy, and business class.
Literature Pockets and Seatback Storage
Knitted fabrics are ideal for seatback literature pockets, offering stretch and recovery to accommodate various items while retaining shape. They reduce weight, enhance tactile comfort, are easy to clean, and can match seat cover designs for a cohesive cabin look.
Curtain Systems
Knitted fabrics with high drape and wrinkle resistance are ideal for cabin divider curtains, adding visual appeal while withstanding operational demands.
Cabin Dividers and Soft Wall Panels
Knitted textiles with engineered acoustic properties and design flexibility are suitable for cabin dividers, soft sidewalls, and decorative panels, reducing weight while offering aesthetic options like 3D textures and integrated branding.
Contact us to discover how our high-performance knitted fabrics in aircraft interiors can transform your cabin environment, providing a lightweight, comfortable, and sustainable solution for the aircraft of tomorrow.
