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Thompson Aero Seating

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2026
14 April

ReleaseThompson reveals the perfectly formed VantageXL+ First at AIX

2025
10 March

ReleaseThompson Aero Seating launches VantageNOVA First

2024
23 September

ReleaseVantageNOVA: the latest star of the show for Thompson

2023
26 October The facility allows engineers to reproduce the dynamic conditions of a full-scale crash event in a controlled environment.

Dynamic seat testing arrives in Northern Ireland

The new facility will enable Thompson's designs to be optimised, reducing weight and therefore the carbon footprint of the seats in flight. The nearest alternative test centres are overseas.

2022
24 November Thompson's facilities in County Down.

Seating experts bring dynamic testing capability to Ireland

Sled testing allows engineers to reproduce the dynamic conditions of a full-scale crash event in a controlled environment. The reverse accelerator sled being installed can produce up to 100g accelerations.

18 July

ReleaseNext generation VantageXL launched on Virgin Atlantic

6 June

ReleaseThomson Aero Seating’s new VantageDUO

26 May The VantageXL.

Latest Thompson seating offers greater privacy

The VantageXL has retained the option of the relaxed lounge position for take-off. Its configuration allows for greater individual privacy, or the 'honeymoon' option can be selected for passengers travelling as a couple.

2021
12 March

ReleaseComplete single-aisle offering from ACS

2020
6 October

ReleaseAVIC Cabin Systems announces global sales organisation

2018
19 July

ReleaseAVIC Cabin Systems strengthens FACC's interior division