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Industry Trends/Innovations - September 2008
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In-flight showers introduced
In-flight showers are the latest upgrade to hit the skies. Through technology, passengers can take a shower lasting up to five minutes, using between 3 and 5 gallons of water. While the added weight of the water and the high cost of the equipment likely limit the number of airlines that will embrace this new perk, at least two airlines have investigated the possibility.
Emirates and Virgin Atlantic are the first to consider or take action on this proposed luxury. Emirates has ordered 58 Airbus A380s that will include two bathrooms, each with a shower. These bathrooms will be available to the 14 passengers accommodated in the first-class cabin. Virgin Atlantic Airways also has expressed interest in this feature.
Sources: Canada.com, International Herald Tribune
