Lantal developed the revolutionary Pneumatic Comfort System: It is based on firmness-adjustable, air-filled cushions that assure the ultimate in comfort in the sitting and relaxation positions – now also for a very special cockpit. For Solar Impulse, Lantal is the “Official Supplier, Pilot Comfort Experts”.

During their flight around the globe, the two Solar Impulse pilots face unprecedented technical, physiological, and operational challenges. To help them deliver peak performance, Lantal created a Pneumatic Comfort System (PCS) designed explicitly for the “Si-2”. It not only reduces the weight of the pilot seat considerably but also offers the pilots a unique degree of comfort. It assures total relaxation during the twenty-minute rest periods so that the pilot can devote his full attention to the continuation of the flight. The individually adjustable firmness of the seat prevents the occurrence of painful pressure points and keeps the pilot comfortably seated even during flight legs that last two to five days. The air-filled cushions retain their posture-supporting stability no matter how long the flight might be. And even in sub-zero temperatures and without a pressure cabin, thanks to a sophisticated control strategy.
Lantal's PCS unites all of these assets to guarantee the highest possible well-being for the pilots.

Bertrand Piccard: “The cushions are very good, impressive, congratulations! Better than First Class.”
During 72 hrs simulation flight, December 2013, and Ergonomic Workshop, July 2011

André Borschberg: “I like the adjustable firmness. No pressure points, extremely comfortable support.”
After 72 h simulation flight, February 2012