Air Canada has introduced new bedding and wellness kits on its international flights this July, aiming to enhance passenger comfort and recovery during travel.
The airline announced the launch at media events in Toronto, emphasizing a scientific approach behind the new offerings.
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Scientific Cabin Recovery System
The new products are part of a "Cabin Recovery System" designed to reduce physiological stress caused by low cabin pressure, dry air, temperature drops, and disrupted sleep.
The airline highlights that these factors can affect passengers' well-being during flights.
The bedding includes a double-sided blanket with satin and plush sides, made of polar fleece, measuring about 6 feet by 4 feet.
It is available in Economy and Premium Economy cabins.
Signature Class passengers receive an upgraded 145 g/m² duvet and a larger pillow filled with 16.5 oz AirFlow material for breathability and support.
John Hunter, founder of Hunter Amenities, said the bedding took about three years to develop, focusing on thermoregulation to improve comfort and reduce temperature swings.
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Wellness Kits and Skincare Partnership
Hunter Amenities also developed the amenity kits in partnership with Canadian skincare brand Sahajan. The kits include lip balm and hand cream formulated for the dry cabin environment.
Lisa Mattam, Sahajan’s founder, explained that cabin humidity drops to 10-15%, leading to skin dehydration and damage.
The amenity kits vary by cabin. Economy Class passengers receive the new polar fleece blanket.
Premium Economy passengers get the blanket plus a kit with a neoprene sleep mask, hypoallergenic earplugs, socks, and a bamboo toothbrush with toothpaste.
Signature Class passengers receive the upgraded duvet and pillow plus a kit with an adjustable sleep mask, Sahajan skincare products, earplugs, striped cotton socks, and dental floss.
Air Canada manufactures the Signature Class kit in Canada and packages it in a recycled cotton drawstring bag designed for reuse, reflecting sustainability efforts.
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Alanna McGinn, a sleep specialist, highlighted that sleeping on a plane differs physiologically from sleeping at home, justifying the airline’s focus on improving in-flight rest.
