The Project: Regional Airline Seat Cover Refurbishment for Bombardier Q400
For this sizable and detailed project, the Generation Global team partnered with a regional airline in Canada to deliver high-quality replacement seat covers for their economy-class (Y-class) seating. The project involved outfitting Bombardier Q400 aircraft, each configured with 74 passenger seats in a 2-2 layout.
Our team provided complete replacement seat covers for the Spectrum series Y-class seats, ensuring a perfect fit, long-lasting durability, and a premium passenger experience.
Gallery: A Closer Look at the Details
The airline specifically requested featherweight leather seat covers to reduce onboard weight and improve fuel efficiency—continuing the aviation industry’s drive toward sustainability and operational efficiency.
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Material: Featherweight leather, sourced from the USA
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Color: Elegant French Blue, chosen for its modern and calming effect
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Padding: A soft fiber fill layer for comfort, backed with a scrim lining
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Design Features:
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Backrest covers feature a scalloped insert design with stitching that follows the natural contours of the seat.
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Integrated storage pockets and cut-outs for tray table latches on each backrest.
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Seat bottoms have a seamless face for maximum comfort and a clean, minimal look.
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Emergency exit row seat cushions were specially designed to accommodate tray tables stored within the armrests.
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Every design element was developed to ensure the perfect combination of aesthetics, durability, and passenger comfort—all while reducing cabin weight.
History: The Legacy of the Bombardier Q400 in Canada
The Bombardier Q400, part of the renowned Dash 8 series, holds a special place in Canadian aviation history. Originally developed in the late 1970s and early 1980s by the De Havilland Aircraft of Canada, the Q400 evolved to become one of the most successful regional aircraft of its kind.
This legacy traces back even further to British aviator Geoffrey De Havilland, who created the iconic Moth biplane. His British company later established the De Havilland Aircraft of Canada, which contributed significantly to the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan during World War II.
Over the years, the company saw several ownership transitions—from Boeing, to Bombardier Inc., and more recently to Longview Aviation Capital, which now owns the De Havilland Canada name and continues the legacy of regional aircraft production.
Why Generation Global?
At Generation Global, we specialize in aircraft soft furnishings and cabin interior solutions for a wide range of aircraft—including regional jets, commercial airliners, and private aircraft. Our expertise in materials, design, and customization ensures that every project meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and passenger experience.
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Contact us today to learn how we can help elevate your cabin with tailored, lightweight, and regulation-compliant solutions.
