Summary:
- EVA Air is rolling out Panasonic Avionics Arc 3D inflight map platform across its Boeing 787, 777-300ER and upcoming A350-1000 fleet.
- New system features immersive 3D flight visuals, 15+ viewing angles, and interactive destination discovery with street-level maps for enhanced travel inspiration.
- Launch introduces ‘Arc for Young Explorers’ family mode, combining real-time flight data with dinosaur-themed storytelling for an engaging inflight experience for children.
EVA Air is installing Panasonic Avionics’ Arc 3D inflight map platform across its Boeing 787, 777-300ER, and upcoming Airbus A350-1000 fleet. The airline is introducing the platform with a refreshed interface that delivers a significantly enhanced visual experience and introduces new travel destination information.
EVA is also the launch customer for ‘Arc for Young Explorers’, injecting additional fun into the inflight entertainment experience. Unlike traditional flight maps that simply present flight information, the new interface highlights three core features: high-resolution 3D visuals, smooth interaction, and immersive engagement. Passengers can switch freely among more than 15 viewing angles, including a window perspective, overhead view, follow-along mode, or even a cockpit-style perspective – delivering a truly captivating sense of flight.
The update also introduces street-level maps for selected cities, presenting clear, detailed information on local attractions. Travellers can easily tap on destinations they wish to visit, helping spark travel inspiration while exploring world-famous sights, setting the perfect tone for their upcoming journey.
The most distinctive feature of the new 3D flight map is its exclusive ‘Arc for Young Explorers’ mode, specially designed for family travellers. Combining an eye-catching dinosaur theme with real-time flight data, children can follow the prehistoric pterosaur Quetzalcoatlus along the aircraft’s flight path. The screen becomes a virtual prehistoric museum, displaying dinosaurs that once inhabited the regions currently being flown over. Through vivid, playful animations, young passengers can learn about each dinosaur’s characteristics, behaviours, and background, creating memorable shared moments for children and parents.
EVA Air has also selected the Arc Vistas screen saver with its cinematic-quality visual effects, and stunning aerial scenery. It allows passengers to stay informed about flight progress while also enjoying a more relaxing and visually refined journey.
“Arc is designed to make air travel a more enjoyable and engaging experience for passengers of all ages,” said Patrick Biggerstaff, Senior Director of Digital Solutions Product Line Management, Panasonic Avionics. “EVA Air’s renowned focus on passenger experience and innovation makes them the perfect airline to launch our Young Explorer feature, and we are proud to be working with them to redefine the in-flight map experience across their fleet.”
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