Aviation

Which U.S. Airlines Offer the Most and Least Legroom?

Embarking on a journey through the skies is an exciting adventure, but for many travelers, the quest for comfort is an essential aspect of the flying experience. Legroom, the often-overlooked metric that can make or break your in-flight comfort, varies significantly among U.S. airlines.

In a recent study conducted by Upgraded Points, we explored the economy seat pitch across the 10 busiest domestic flight routes, shedding light on the legroom provided by major carriers.

The full ranking for the airline seat legroom is:

1.JetBlue – 32.3 inches
2. Southwest Airlines – 32 inches
3. Alaska Airlines/Delta Air Lines – 31.8 inches
4. American Airlines – 31 inches
5. United Airlines – 30.2 inches
6. Hawaiian Airlines – 30.1 inches
7. Frontier Airlines/Spirit Airlines – 28

JetBlue Airways emerges as the undisputed leader in legroom, boasting an impressive average seat pitch of 32.3 inches. With a modern fleet featuring spacious Airbus A320 and A321 models, JetBlue takes the crown for providing passengers with an exceptionally comfortable journey.

Not far behind, Southwest Airlines secures a close second place, offering a generous 31.8 inches of legroom. Known for its dedication to passenger comfort and traveler-friendly policies, Southwest remains a popular choice for those seeking an all-around comfortable flying experience.

Tied for the third position are Delta Air Lines and Alaska Airlines, both delivering a commendable 31.0 inches of legroom. These airlines not only demonstrate that comfort can coexist with extensive travel options but also showcase a commitment to providing a satisfying in-flight experience.

American Airlines strikes a balance with 30.2 inches of seat pitch, offering space efficiency without compromising passenger convenience. Meanwhile, United Airlines provides a comfortable experience with 30.1 inches of legroom, serving its extensive network of flights.

Hawaiian Airlines, with 29.0 inches of space, may offer slightly less legroom, but its commitment to keeping access to the stunning Hawaiian islands affordable remains noteworthy. Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines, known for their ultra-low-cost travel model, both offer an average seat pitch of 28.0 inches, emphasizing affordability over extensive legroom.

Aviation

Boeing, Antonov to Collaborate on Defense Projects

– MOU represents Boeing’s commitment to work with Ukrainian industry

– Includes exploring opportunities for collaborating on in-country support of Unmanned Aerial Systems

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed today by Boeing and Antonov Company to investigate potential collaboration on defense-related projects.

“We’re happy to keep collaborating with the Antonov Company to help Ukraine’s economic development and expansion,” stated Ted Colbert, CEO and president of Boeing Defence, Space, & Security.

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“This agreement demonstrates our ongoing efforts to find more opportunities to work with Ukrainian industry, which was underscored by our signing of the Ukrainian Defence Industry Compact earlier this year.”

The areas of potential collaboration identified in the agreement consist of training, logistical support and overhaul services for tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems utilized by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes the ScanEagle. In addition, the companies will also explore opportunities for Antonov to provide engineering support to Boeing.

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“A strong, innovative, and efficient defense industry is key to sustainable economic development and national security, and we are extremely excited to collaborate with Boeing,” said Ievhen Gavrylov, CEO of Antonov Company.

This agreement brings a whole new level of opportunity to implement the latest and most effective solutions – in addition to the possibility of future projects with Boeing in the aerospace and defense industry.”