Air Canada has revealed long-haul cabin designs for its upcoming Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 787-10 fleets, introducing lie-flat Signature Class seats on the single-aisle A321XLR for the first time in Canada. The redesign, branded ‘Glowing Hearted,’ debuts larger 4K OLED screens, ergonomic seats, and Canadian-themed interiors across all classes.
Showcased at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg, the A321XLR features varying configurations: one with 76 lie-flat 1-1 suites offering direct aisle access and over six feet of sleeping space, or a denser 182-seat layout with 14 business class herringbone seats and 168 economy seats. This enables efficient transatlantic and extended North American routes with widebody-level premium amenities in a fuel-efficient narrowbody.
The Boeing 787-10 introduces 42 Signature Class seats in 11 rows—a 40% increase over the 787-9’s 30 seats—plus 28 premium economy seats, totaling 332 passengers per aircraft. Front-row ‘business plus’ suites provide extra privacy, space, and features like larger screens and wardrobes, boosting premium revenue capacity by 11% overall.
Upgrades include Bluetooth audio, high-power USB-C/AC outlets, enlarged overhead bins, and improved cabin environments with 6,000-foot altitude and better humidity. A321XLR delivery starts Q1 2026 with summer service; 787-10s follow in 2026, supporting Air Canada’s premium leadership strategy on high-demand routes.