BusinessAugust 16, 2026
herringbone
HER-ing-bohn
Definition
A specific seating layout in aircraft cabins where seats are angled toward the windows or aisles, resembling the V-shaped bone structure of a fish.
Etymology
Derived from the 16th-century resemblance of the pattern to the spinal column of a herring fish, where the bones are arranged in alternating rows of slanted lines.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe the 1-2-1 'reverse herringbone' layout of the business class seats, which provides passengers with more privacy and guaranteed aisle access.
Flight Review: Turkmenistan Airlines 777-200LR & 777-300ER Business Class From London To Bangkok
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