Every aircraft has an interior. Some interiors are intentionally minimalistic while others are designed with intricate details. Regardless, each aircraft interior serves a purpose. But does a standard factory interior get the job done? If not, it's time for a custom aircraft interior.
Factory interiors are as generic as possible in order to meet the widest variety of needs. But when an aircraft is presented with unique operational challenges, generic interiors fall short. A custom interior, designed to accommodate specific mission requirements, is a safer and more efficient solution.
Standard Interiors for Standard Needs
A standard aircraft interior is the interior delivered by a manufacturer, or a designer that is more concerned with broad appeal rather than unique needs. It is designed and built using off-the-shelf components intended to meet general market requirements and regulatory compliance standards. Standard interiors are intended for the least critical of all missions. This usually means commercial passenger and cargo transport.
A standard interior will suffice when:
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An operator's mission profile or business model doesn't require any critical or specialized adaptations
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The operator’s budget will not support customized layouts, high-end comfort, and weight reduction strategies
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The operator requires rapid delivery to accommodate immediate needs
Standard aircraft interiors are ready for use the moment an aircraft is delivered. They represent a turnkey solution for the most basic of flight needs and missions. But standard interiors just won't do when operational needs are not standard.
Custom Interiors for More Demanding Requirements
A custom aircraft interior designer, like LifePort, designs the interior from scratch. Whether an interior is being designed for medical transport, emergency evacuation, combat missions, or VIP transport, each interior component is crafted with the mission in mind.
Only a custom interior will do when:
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Missions require unique and specialized adaptations for safety and efficiency
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Missions require lighter, stronger, or more durable interiors that can hold up under critical mission demands
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Missions require modularity, rapid reconfiguration capabilities, and premium comfort
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Carriers are looking to create a unique brand or passenger experience with each flight
Although it's possible to modify a standard aircraft interior to meet medical transport needs, modified interiors still aren't mission-specific. Medical teams still need to adapt to the aircraft rather than the interior being fit for their unique purpose. But a custom interior design specifically for air ambulance transport accommodates every need with seamless efficiency.
An Endless Potential or Customization
Ideally, the customer should have access to an endless array of possible customizations. Regardless of how an aircraft interior is imagined, making it reality is our job here at LifePort. Here are just a few examples of how we make it happen:
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Modular Design – Designing interiors with a modular approach opens the door to multi-mission configurations for air medical, search and rescue, and other types of missions. Aircraft can be rapidly reconfigured as mission needs change
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Advanced Materials – A modular approach is only possible when advanced materials are used. From cabinetry to storage and onboard medical equipment, advanced materials improve durability while maintaining weight efficiency
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Safe Seating – Many types of missions require seating with built-in safety features. Ergonomic, crash-worthy, and ballistically-protected seating are par for the course
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In-flight Luxury – Aircraft interiors for VIP transport require a level of in-flight luxury that simply isn't available with standard interiors. We merge luxury with safety to create the ultimate VIP in-flight experience
Standard aircraft interiors serve a purpose. They have their place on aircraft used for generic missions. But when missions are known for their critical operational demands, standard interiors simply will not suffice. Aircrews and operational teams are better served by custom aircraft interiors uniquely designed to accommodate each and every mission. Contact our team today to learn more about how we can craft the custom aircraft interior of your dreams.
