Data and the Future of the In-Flight Experience with Dr. Rachelle Ornan, Director of Cabin Research and Passenger Experience at Boeing

This episode features an interview with Dr. Rachelle Ornan, Director of Cabin Research and Passenger Experience at Boeing.  In this episode, Rachelle talks about the advent of space tourism, the pent up demand in leisure flight, and how passengers expect life in the air to be as connected as life on the ground.

Quotes

“Travel is the spice of life.  I’m working in an industry that enables connection to other people.  It’s the best weapon against xenophobia while also stimulating the global economy.  That’s something I can contribute to through my work."

Time Stamps

[0:03] Intro

[2:36] From Human Factors to Aircraft Interior Design

[6:20] Traveling Post Pandemic

[8:25] The Data of Air and Spacecraft Design

[10:51] How the Consumer Market Informs Design

[12:56] Staying Connected in Flight

[16:23] The Future of Air and Spacecraft Design

[18:56] Accessible Design

[22:52] Space Camp Dreams

[26:04] The Next Frontier in Travel

[33:39] Rachelle’s Favorite Things About Industry

[37:18] Quick Decisions

Links

Books mentioned:

A Life of Meaning, by James Hollis

The Golden World, by Robert Johnson

Your Brain on Love, by Stanley Tatkin

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