easyJet to Rollout New Ultra-Light Seating to Boost Efficiency and Increase Legroom

easyJet has today announced plans to introduce new ultra-lightweight next generation seating, that will improve efficiency.   The new seats will be installed from 2028 on easyJet’s new aircraft deliveries offering up to two inches additional legroom and enhanced comfort. 

easyJet to Rollout New Lightweight Seats by UK-Based Mirus Aircraft Seating That Will Offer up to Two More Inches of Legroom, While Enhancing Operational Efficiency - Courtesy easyJet

On Monday (March 23, 2026), easyJet announced an order for brand new lighter weight seats that are expected to be over 20 percent lighter than those used currently today, while also offering up to two inches additional legroom for customers.  The next-generation Kestrel economy seats from British manufacturer Mirus Aircraft Seating will feature across easyJet’s future Airbus A320neo and A321neo fleet.  The deal, which covers future aircraft deliveries from 2028, marks another positive step in easyJet’s ongoing strategy to reduce fuel use and emissions, while improving operational efficiency.  Thanks to its advanced lightweight structure, the Kestrel is the lightest seat in its class, which will lead to a weight saving of up to 500kg per aircraft for larger models in easyJet’s fleet, delivering a combined annual fuel savings of over 12,936 tons, equivalent to more than 40,513 tons of CO2.

In Monday’s announcement, easyJet’s Chief Operating Officer, David Morgan, said,

“We are delighted to be introducing the Mirus Kestrel seat across our future fleet.  This investment supports our continued focus on making our operations as efficient as possible, capitalising on small incremental gains that result in meaningful reductions in fuel burn and CO2 emissions.  On top of the sustainability benefits, the additional legroom and enhanced comfort these seats will provide will also deliver an improved onboard experience for our customers which we know they’ll love.”

Also commenting on easyJet’s new seat order, Mirus Aircraft Seating’s CEO, Ben McGuire, said,

“Mirus is incredibly proud that easyJet, the UK’s largest airline and one of the world’s leading carriers, has placed its trust in us for what represents one of the largest single-model aircraft seat awards ever.  This landmark agreement marks a defining moment for Mirus and reflects our shared commitment to enhancing passenger experience and comfort, while delivering sustainability and significant operational cost savings through reduced fuel burn and CO₂ emissions.”

From 2028, easyJet will Rollout New Lightweight Kestrel Economy Seats by Mirus Aircraft Seating on their Airbus A320neo and A321neo Fleets - Courtesy easyJet

Designed specifically for short and medium-haul operations, the Kestrel seat offers industry-leading passenger space and comfort.  Its ergonomic design allows passengers to enjoy improved legroom without changing seat pitch itself, while its unique pre-reclined structure enhances comfort which ensures improved knee and shin clearance for passengers.  The seats have also been engineered with sustainability and lifecycle performance in mind.  Its low part count and simplified design reduce maintenance requirements, while its robust structure ensures long-term durability in service.  At end of life, the seat is approximately percent recyclable, supporting circularity and reducing waste.

Source: easyJet