VantageXL

Work, relax, and sleep in luxury. Exceptional comfort.

With impressive personal living space, a fully-flat horizontal bed, and 100% direct-aisle access, the next generation VantageXL delivers exceptional passenger comfort. Greater privacy and wellbeing, with a minimum seat width of 23” inches and a fully flat-bed width of at least 24” inches.
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Fully flat-bed
A fully flat horizontal bed with a width of at least 24” inches.
Direct-aisle access
One hundred percent direct-aisle access for all seats
Work, rest... and play
Extensive work and relaxation space. Accommodates monitors of up to 19” inches
Maximum privacy
Option for fully enclosed suite doors with companion configuration.
DESIGNED IN EVERY DETAIL
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CABIN CONFIGURATION
Designed around your fleet
A twin-aisle business-class platform engineered to maximise passenger comfort, privacy and cabin efficiency.
Companion option
For passengers travelling together, with the option to enjoy the space as a couple
Packed with features
Pivoting cocktail table, feature light, reading light, headphone hook
Personal stowage
Multiple customisable personal stowage solutions available
Twin-aisle flexibility
Designed for all twin-aisle platforms including A330, A350, A380, B787, B777.
Craft in detail
Engineered around
the passenger
First Class
VantageXL First
Pioneered by Thompson Aero Seating, the VantageXL platform configuration encompasses the possibility for enhanced front-row suites, enabling a first-class experience at the same density as a traditional all-business-class cabin.
Staggering potential
The VantageXL utilises its staggered forward-facing arrangement to create first-class front-row suites, with no loss of real estate.
Dual dining
A large single-leaf table and companion buddy seat offer the option for two people to dine or socialise in an intimate setting.
Privacy at the touch of a button
A unique actuated two-stage divider allows complete privacy or transforms two separate suites into one double-sized option.
First-class details
Monitors of up to 32”, abundant stowage, and a host of configurable options to transform the onboard offering.
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VantageXL+

Expanding excellence

The latest generation of the hugely successful VantageXL business-class seat, the VantageXL+ has been further optimised specifically for the A350 and B787 platforms. Perfectly fine-tuned, the precise dimensions of the VantageXL+ make the most of the cabin’s proportions.
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Tailored platform
Carefully crafted adaptations for A350 and B787 environments.
Expanded footwells
Re-sculpted walls for greater legroom and knee clearance.
Contoured profile
Refined suite top-rails with a newly contoured profile.
Refined IFE positioning
Improved monitor positioning, increasing viewing distance.
Platform distinction
VantageXL for A330. VantageXL+ for the A350 and B787.
XL+ First Class
VantageXL+ First
The VantageXL+ platform configuration encompasses the possibility for enhanced front-row suites, enabling a first-class experience at the same density as a traditional all-business-class cabin.
Staggering potential
The VantageXL+ utilises its staggered forward-facing arrangement to create first-class front-row suites, with no loss of real estate.
Dual dining
A large single-leaf table and companion buddy seat offer the option for two people to dine or socialise in an intimate setting.
Privacy at the touch of a button
A unique actuated two-stage divider allows complete privacy or transforms two separate suites into one double-sized option.
First-class details
Monitors of up to 32”, abundant stowage, and a host of configurable options to transform the onboard offering.
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IN SERVICE WORLDWIDE

VantageXL, flying with leading airlines

A proven platform flying with leading airlines worldwide, delivering exceptional comfort and reliable performance.
INDUSTRY VOICES
What people say
“Sturdy, well appointed and well-established”

“Thompson Vantage XL is a sturdy, well appointed and well-established product featuring all the creature comforts the modern traveller will want.”

Jonny Clark
The Design Air
“First in business, if you will”

Regarding the Virgin Retreat Suite – “They feature as a ‘plus’ option for passengers in Virgin’s Upper Class, but are actually a version of a first-class seat flown by global standard bearers. ‘First in business’, if you will.”

Gilbert Ott
God Save the Points / Daily Mail
“Greater space, privacy, and comfort”

“The enriched VantageXL has retained all the features for which it became so popular but now offers even greater space, privacy, and comfort.”

Jonny McGreevy
VP Engineering at Thompson Aero Seating
“Extremely popular – popularity set to continue”

“The VantageXL has proved extremely popular for airlines looking to offer the ultimate in comfort. This latest 2022 design has updated modern styling and enhanced passenger comfort. We already have a launch customer onboard and are expecting its popularity and success to continue well into the future.”

Andy Morris
Chief Commercial Officer at Thompson Aero Seating
THE VANTAGE FAMILY

Explore the range

Built on the same proven platform, each seating configuration is engineered to balance comfort, efficiency and airline differentiation.
Vantage
Business-class comfort with maximised cabin density. For single- and twin-aisle aircraft.
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VantageSOLO
The world’s first all direct aisle-access full-flat bed. For single-aisle aircraft.
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VantageNOVA
Flexible density and configuration. Luxurious comfort. For twin-aisle aircraft.
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Interested in VantageXL or XL+ for your fleet?

Whether you’re exploring a new programme or looking to evolve an existing platform, our team is ready to support you — from first discussion to entry into service.
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