September 24 2026  |  Seating

Uzbekistan Airways becomes launch customer for Jiatai’s JT220B Premium seat

By Robynne Trueman


Jiatai's JT220B Premium electric Business Class seats

Uzbekistan Airways has selected Jiatai to supply aircraft seats for its A321neo fleet and will become the launch customer for the JT220B Premium electric Business Class seat, equipped with an inflight entertainment system. The agreement also marks Jiatai’s first aircraft seating order in the Central Asian market. 

Jiatai was selected for the program on June 15 and will supply JT220B Premium electric Business Class seats and JT520E Economy Class seats for more than 10 A321neo aircraft. Delivery of the first shipset is scheduled for March 2028.

Equipping the new aircraft cabins forms part of Uzbekistan Airways’ ongoing efforts to enhance its service and provide greater comfort for passengers. When selecting seats for its aircraft, the airline places particular emphasis on comfort, functionality and modern technologies that can make the journey more enjoyable throughout the flight, the September 24 press release said.

The JT220B Premium is an electrically adjustable Business Class seat featuring an electric actuation system, integrated reading and ambient lighting, privacy dividers and headrest wings. Together with enhanced-comfort cushion, a generous seat pitch and a zero-gravity seating position, the product is designed to provide Business Class passengers with greater comfort, privacy and personal space.

“Jiatai is committed to developing business-class seating solutions that combine comfort, privacy and thoughtful functionality,” said Liu Jingfeng, Chairman of Jiatai. “We are pleased to welcome Uzbekistan Airways as the launch customer for the JT220B PREMIUM and look forward to the successful progress of the program.”

“Passenger comfort and service quality remain among the key priorities for Uzbekistan Airways. We are continuously renewing our fleet and working to create an onboard environment that meets the evolving expectations of today’s travellers. Equipping our new A321neo aircraft with modern Business- and Economy-Class seats is another step in this direction. We believe these new solutions will make the journey even more comfortable and enjoyable for our passengers,” said Shukhrat Khudaykulov, Chairman of the Board of Uzbekistan Airways JSC.

For Uzbekistan Airways, equipping its new A321neo aircraft is first and foremost an opportunity to offer passengers a more comfortable journey. The seats are designed to provide greater comfort and personal space on board, while further enhancing the overall level of service in both Business and Cconomy Class. 

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