Say goodbye to neck pillows. We tried out Emirates' new headrest, and it's a game changer.
Emirates has introduced a new 'U-Dream' headrest for its economy class cabins, designed with folding side wings to provide better neck support. The airline plans to roll out this feature across its Airbus A350, A380, and Boeing 777 fleets by 2027.
Why it matters
This represents a rare investment in economy-class passenger comfort, signaling a shift in how airlines compete for budget-conscious travelers.
Business Insider's Taylor Rains tried out Emirates' new headrest. Taylor Rains/Business Insider Emirates unveiled a new headrest at the Farnborough Airshow. Business Insider's aviation reporters got to try it out on board an Airbus A350. It's refreshing to see an airline invest in perks for economy passengers. Business Insider's aviation reporters have flown economy with over two dozen airlines, but Emirates' Airbus A350 has the fanciest coach cabin we've seen by far. The Dubai-based airline unveiled the U-Dream headrest on Monday, and we got to try it out at the UK's Farnborough Airshow . It features two side wings that fold down and inwards, functioning like a neck pillow to support your head. Emirates' A350 economy cabin has plenty of other features too, like electronic window shades and Bluetooth connectivity to use your own wireless headphones.
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