Extra-Legroom Economy Is Now The Highest-Margin Real Estate On A US Narrowbody
How much money can an airline make on these in-demand seats?
By Steven WalkerZimbabwe
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The most important change in the US airline cabin is not the disappearance of free snacks or another increase in checked-bag fees, but the growing realization that a few additional inches of legroom can be worth more to an airline than an entire row of traditional economy seats. Delta Air Lines generated $6.92 billion in premium revenue during the second quarter of 2026.
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- 63 words · 1 min read
- Published
- October 23, 2026
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- Steven Walker
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- Simple Flying