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Category Archives: Up in the Air
Onboard innovation: Viva La Evolucion!
Mary Kirby, founder of Runway Girl Network, explores the latest onboard innovations, including second-screen tech, inventive cabin design and PED-friendly trays.
ANA launches in-flight Wi-Fi and infotainment portal on international flights
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is using OnAir’s Wi-Fi connectivity product to offer its passengers access to an innovative infotainment portal, which is available in English and Japanese.
Air China to trial Ku-band in-flight connectivity
Air China has signed an agreement with Global Eagle Entertainment to launch a trial of a high-speed, Ku-band satellite-based connectivity service on a B777-200.
China Southern partners with Thales to offer next-gen IFEC
China Southern has taken delivery of its first B777-300ER equipped with Thales’ TopSeries AVANT IFEC system, which includes on-demand content, 3D maps, games and e-books.
Qatar Airways launches daily all-Business Class flight between Doha and London
Qatar Airways has launched a daily all-Business Class flight to London as it continues to enhance its offer for Commercially Important Passengers.
Could Virgin America’s in-flight social network mark the start of a new craze?
FTE spoke to Virgin America, Here On Biz and Gogo about the benefits of the first ever in-flight social network, and the challenges that had to be overcome to make it a reality. Read full article »
Microsoft and Lufthansa Systems team up to develop BoardConnect IFE and shopping app for Windows 8
Lufthansa Systems’ BoardConnect is now available as an app for Windows 8 devices, allowing passengers to watch movies, order food and shop using their own device.
WestJet signs with Panasonic to offer wireless IFE and live TV
WestJet has signed a multi-year deal with Panasonic Avionics to provide passengers with in-flight satellite connectivity, enabling live TV and movie streaming. Read full article »
Turkish Airlines to upgrade IFE on single-aisle aircraft
Turkish Airlines has opted to install the Thales TopSeries AVANT in-flight entertainment system for 25 of its A321s and 20 B737s. Read full article »
Boeing delivers first aircraft with factory-fitted AeroMobile service
Boeing has delivered the first B747-8 line-fitted with the AeroMobile inflight connectivity service, removing the need for the aircraft to be retrofitted after delivery. Read full article »
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Five baggage handling solutions that can enhance the passenger experience
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Virgin Galactic: “We want to take long-haul air travel above the atmosphere”
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Copenhagen Airport adds new self-service bag drops
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Could Virgin America’s in-flight social network mark the start of a new craze?
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Google Indoor Street View extended to 16 airports
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