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Canadians will soon be flying in the redesigned Air Canada cabins that offer passengers a new type of seat — if you can afford them. The airline unveiled what it calls its next-generation "Glowing Hearted" cabins on Tuesday, which are inspired by the True North's natural landscapes. The redesign features calm tones, natural wood textures, and the signature maple leaf to welcome you aboard. "We listened closely to feedback and challenged ourselves to create an experience defined by a strong Canadian sense of place, alongside a commitment to craftsmanship, functionality, and long-term durability," stated Mark Nasr, executive vice president and COO at Air Canada. Canadians will be able to experience the upgraded cabins this summer on the Airbus A321XLR and on the Boeing 787-10, when it enters service. Some upgrades will be across cabins in all price ranges, while others will only be experienced by those who are willing to pay a little more for a flight. Air Canada upgrades across all cabins Boeing 787-10 Economy Class (Air Canada) No matter what section you're in, you'll be able to experience new ergonomic seats that Air Canada says it designed to maximize personal space with built-in tablet holders and larger overhead bins. Travellers who love to watch movies during long-haul flights can expect larger 4K OLED screens and Bluetooth audio available for all customers. Gone are the days when you have to remember to bring wired earphones. Airbus A321XLR Economy Class (Air Canada) All passengers will also have access to high-powered USB-C and AC power outlets at every seat. Air Canada Premium Economy cabins will also feature new extended privacy wings. Upgrades to Air Canada's premium seats If you want to splurge on a long-haul flight for a better night's sleep, the new cabins in the Airbus A321XLR will feature the first-ever lie-flat seats in Canada on a single-aisle aircraft. Only available in Air Canada's Signature Class section, passengers will be able to convert the seat into a flat bed. There will be 14 of these kind of seats up for grabs on each of the 30 Airbus A321XLRs. Airbus A321XLR Signature Class (Air Canada) Flyers on the A321XLR will also have 4K OLED IFE screens (13-inch in Economy and 19-inch in Premium Cabins) with Bluetooth audio. Boeing 787-10 passengers will be able to buy Air Canada Signature Plus, which is a new and exclusive suite at the front of the aircraft, "designed for customers seeking an elevated experience with extra space." The airline says the suites in the centre of the aircraft also offer companion seats for use while in cruise. All four of these suites include a larger bed, quartzite-topped table, and a dedicated guest seat, with more space for personal items and a higher wall for additional privacy. The two centre suites will have a fully retractable sliding privacy panel, allowing a group of four passengers travelling together to stay connected during the flight. Boeing 787-10 Sign Plus Suite (Air Canada) The Boeing 787-10 will also have 4K OLED IFE screens (13-inch in Economy, 16-inch in Premium Economy, and up to 27-inch in premium cabins) with Bluetooth audio. The airline has yet to announce when the 14 Boe 787-10s will begin service. We reached out to Air Canada about how the upgrades could affect the price of tickets moving forward. We'll update the story when we receive a reply. Upgrades to other Air Canada fleets This unveiling comes after the carrier began rolling out the first of its updated Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft with Air Canada Rouge in March. These transformations will also extend to Air Canada's mainline fleet and Air Canada Express (Jazz). "Air Canada's Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft, currently operated by Rouge, will move to the mainline fleet and be retrofitted to Air Canada's latest design standard, while the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft will transition to Air Canada Rouge in 2026," stated the carrier in a news release. "This will allow customers flying Rouge leisure and Sun routes across North America and the Caribbean to enjoy upgraded interiors, including personal seatback entertainment, reclining seats and complimentary Fast, Free Wi-Fi sponsored by Bell." Its Express aircraft will also be fitted with new cabins and fast and free Wi-Fi.
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