Evolution of Airline Seats
1914
On the first scheduled commercial flight, a 23 minute trip from St. Petersburg to Tampa on a wooden seat in the hull of the two-seat seaplane flown by pilot Tony Jannus.
1926
The Ford Tri-Motor 4-At the first successful all-metal U.S. commercial plane, starts service carrying up to 12 passengers in wicker seats.
1934
American Airlines introduces a version of the Curtiss Condor with sleeper berths above the passenger seats.
1946
The Douglas DC-6 is the first plane with cabin pressurization and seat tray tables.
1958
Boeing introduces its 707 with folding armrests opaque plastic window shades and seats supported by two sets of legs, making it easier to stow carry-on items.
2013
The Tray Bien® concept is born out of necessity. This is the original sketch drawn while on a flight to Dallas after sitting next to a frequent bio breaker.
2014
The patented Tray Bien® portable work station and airline tray caddy is introduced, allowing airline passengers to keep items organized and secure.