(CNN) — From a hyper-connected, personalized cabin of the future to rotating airplane seats that make enduring economy that much easier, this year's Crystal Cabin Awards shortlist is chockablock with the aircraft innovations you didn't know you needed. The Crystal Cabin shortlist offers up a couple of compelling concepts designed to tackle discomfort in long-haul economy. Related content Airplane interiors of the future revealed in 2019 Crystal Cabin AwardsConnected cabinsAirbus' vision for a next gen airplane cabin is one of the nominees. Courtesy Crystal Cabin AwardAdditionally, the Airbus Cabin Vision 2030 envisages flexible seating and sleeping configurations in the cabin. Courtesy Crystal Cabin AwardAs airlines face increasingly tough scrutiny over their commitment to sustainability, some of the Crystal Cabin nominees seek to tackle the eco-question.

Source: CNN January 27, 2020 10:41 UTC