Side-by-Side Comparison
Cabin Interiors & Galley Standards
Aircraft Overhead Bins vs. ATLAS vs. KSSU Galley Standards
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Aircraft Overhead Bins
ATLAS vs. KSSU Galley Standards
Modern commercial airliner overhead bins utilize pivoting pivot-bin architecture (such as Airbus Airspace XL and Boeing Space Bins) allowing standard 22"× 14"× 9" carry-on bags to be loaded vertically on their side, wheels-in, increasing luggage capacity by up to 60%.
Commercial aircraft galleys adhere to two non-interchangeable international standards for catering service trolleys and Standard Unit (SU) boxes: ATLAS (dominant on ~80% of global airlines, 305 mm cart width) and KSSU (used by KLM, Swiss, SAS, UTA, 301 mm cart width).
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Standard Carry-On Envelope
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22" × 14" × 9" (56 × 36 × 23 cm / 45 linear inches) | — |
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Airbus Airspace XL Capacity
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8 standard bags per 4-frame bin (vs. 5 bags in legacy bins) | — |
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Boeing Space Bins Capacity
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6 standard bags per bin on 737 MAX (vs. 4 in Pivot Bins) | — |
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Stowage Orientation
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Wheels-first, vertical on edge (wheels-in, handle facing aisle) | — |
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Dominant Standard
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— | ATLAS (used by ~80% of world airlines including Lufthansa, BA, Emirates) |
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KSSU Origin
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— | KSSU Consortium (KLM, SAS, Swissair, UTA) |
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Full-Size Trolley Length
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— | ATLAS: 810 mm (31.9") vs. KSSU: 815 mm (32.1") |
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Trolley Width
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— | ATLAS: 305 mm (12.0") vs. KSSU: 301 mm (11.8") |
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Trolley Height
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— | ATLAS: 1,030 mm (40.5") vs. KSSU: 1,030 mm (40.5") |
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Interchangeability
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— | Strictly incompatible — ATLAS boxes and meal trays do not fit KSSU carts |