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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Simon Calder

United Airlines becomes latest carrier to offer ‘lie flat’ beds in economy class

Flat out: Mother and child on 'Relax Row', to be rolled out by United Airliines in 2027 - (United Airliines)

United Airlines, one of the biggest carriers in the world, is the latest to adopt the Air New Zealand concept of converting a row of three economy seats into a lie-flat couch.

Specially designed leg rests can raise up to offer a bed of sorts, measuring just over five feet long. The airline will supply a mattress pad, blankets and pillows.

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