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Oman Air announces major growth in use of in-flight connectivity
The airline experienced significant growth in passenger uptake of in-flight mobile and WiFi services, with a +130% increase in internet package sales and a +180% rise in connectivity revenues in the last year.
Enhanced check-in and boarding at Beirut Airport
The check-in, boarding and on-time departure processes at Beirut Airport have been enhanced with SITA’s Departure Control Services.
Copenhagen Airport unveils first 360-degree wayfinding app
According to the airport it is the first in the world to develop the unique wayfinding facility, which allows passengers to visualise their journey through the airport on a mobile phone or computer. Read full article »
Ghana airports adopt biometric border management system in eGhana project
Implementation of a countrywide electronic border management system, based on biometric authentication, is part of the eGhana project to enhance security at airports across the country. Read full article »
Qatar Airways extends in-flight connectivity to 150 aircraft
In total 150 of Qatar Airways’ aircraft, including its new generation A350s and A380s, will offer onboard mobile phone and WiFi signal. Read full article »
Spring Airlines CEO to deliver Keynote at FTE Asia 2013
Ms Zhang Xiuzhi, CEO, Spring Airlines will deliver a Keynote address at FTE Asia 2013. It promises to be a fascinating Keynote, and will take place on Wednesday 8 May. Founded in 2005, China’s first low-cost airline has become the dominant player in the country’s domestic market.
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Hawaiian Airlines first in the US to adopt completely self-tagging system
Hawaiian Airlines passengers at Honolulu Airport can now self-check and weigh their own baggage when they print their boarding passes
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ARINC and Amadeus announced for FTE 2013
The two exhibitors, ARINC and Amadeus have confirmed their participation at FTE Global 2013, Las Vegas, 4-6 September. Read full article »
Brussels Airport and Brussels Airlines test self-service bag drop
Brussels Airport and Brussels Airlines have launched a pilot project that will allow passengers on intra-European flights to check-in their own baggage. Read full article »
Unlimited free WiFi for Aberdeen Airport’s passengers
The airport has become one of just a handful of airports in the UK to offer its passengers an uncapped wireless internet service for free, in partnership with BT. Read full article »
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