Urinals could replace some toilets on passenger jets, Airbus chief reveals

'It’s a bit sexist to have a men-only toilet, though,' admitted Airbus CEO Tom Williams

A new Airbus A350 carrying Sir Richard Branson lands at the Farnborough International Airshow in Hampshire. (PA)

Airbus has revealed it is looking into the possibility of installing urinals on some of the manufacturer's passenger jets.

Speaking at Farnborough Air Show, Airbus CEO Tom Williams told reporters how the company had struggled with designing the interiors of the twin engine A350 jet.

Mr Williams said the production of the new line of passenger jet had been delayed due to these issues, Telegraph reports.

He said they had been considering the introduction of urinals to simplify the lavatory module, saying: "We have created a toilet design that is clever and elegant, but the problem is we have created a design that is perhaps in some cases a bit of stretch.

"Stiffness and interface is an issue, with the module flexing meaning the door not closing

"That can be a problem, especially if the door doesn’t shut: customers don’t like to have to sit with their foot on the door."

Mr Williams did admit: "It’s a bit sexist to have a men-only toilet, though."

Recently, Airbus announced a new option on its A380 jet for airline customers to introduce a fifth seat in the central aisle of the economy section.

The option would provide an additional 23 seats to the plane without compromising elbow and leg room.

The Independent has contacted Airbus for a comment.