Also being talked up is the potential for enhanced passenger experience. With plans for a functioning prototype by 2027, it's thought that the 250 people on board will enjoy greater space while travelling due to the plane's increased width. Its potential for roomier comfort, combined with its greater fuel efficiency, has already seen the Z4 dubbed 'a living room in the sky' and the future of commercial aircraft.

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