A popular low-cost airline is making major renovations to its aircraft that will affect reclining seat options.

The Canadian airline Westjet is reconfiguring its 43 Boeing 737-8 MAX and 737-800 aircraft to offer upgraded premium and extended comfort seating, the company announced in a press release .

Travelers flying standard economy will have seats that are designed with fixed seats to help “preserve personal space.”

Regardless of the seat option, access to in-seat power sources, personal phone and tablet holders, reworked lavatories and galleys will also be offered on the planes.

“The cabin has been thoughtfully designed to offer WestJet’s welcoming service at every budget,” WestJet Executive Vice-President and Chief Experience Officer Samantha Taylor said in the statement. “It ref

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