Imagine a plane seat where you don't just control the arm rest and tilt, but you can opt for a massage, change the temperature and adapt it to your body.

Well, that vision could soon become a reality thanks to a new design, 'Move' currently being developed by design agency LAYER and Airbus.

The best part? It won't be reserved for first class - the idea is that the seats would be for Economy cabins on short and mid-haul flights.

The idea is simple; the seats would use smart technology to adapt to passengers' bodies.

Meanwhile, passengers could also control various factors like seat tension to temperature for extra comfort, using the Move app.

The seat cover will be knitted with smart textiles connected to a series of sensors and the app.

Passengers can use the app to monitor their temperature, and control everything from pressure to the seat position to ensure maximum comfort.

The seats use smart textiles with sensors linked to the app (
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LAYER/Images shown with the consent of Airbus)

You can even choose from different modes such as 'massage', 'mealtime' and 'sleep'.

Not sure what's the optimal position? Don't worry - the app will analyse your weight, size and movement and send targeted messages to guide you to the best possible option.

This could also include prompts to get up or how to do in-seat stretches. Temperature rising too high? You'll get a reminder to stay hydrated to help regulate it.

It could make for a far more comfortable flying experience (
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LAYER/Images shown with the consent of Airbus)

Then there are other nifty features such as the tray table which has various modes from half-size to full-size and is even height adjustable.

Oh, and if you store your gadgets there, the Move app will notify you if you've left your devices after landing!

The tray tables are also pretty nifty (
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LAYER/Images shown with the consent of Airbus)

The concept has been 18 months under development, and LAYER says that it could also have eco-friendly benefits thanks to the lightweight seat structures that reduce the on-board weight, causing savings in fuel.

Benjamin Hubert, Founder, said: "At LAYER, we believe good design should be accessible to all. All too often, new concepts for flying are focused on innovation in business class.

"We were excited to take on this project with Airbus to find ways to improve and add value to the economy class experience – for both the passenger and the airline."