Hamad International Airport has launched the Android version of its HIA Qatar app and added Apple’s Indoor Positioning technology to the iOS app.


Hamad International Airport has launched the Android version of its HIA Qatar app and added Apple’s Indoor Positioning technology to the iOS app.

Passengers flying with Emirates to the United Arab Emirates can now apply for their visa using their smartphone or tablet.

Changi Airport Group’s Steve Lee discusses self-service, robotics, personalisation and the future of the airport check-in hall.

Austrian Airlines has released a new Facebook Messenger virtual assistant to help travellers get flight and destination information within seconds.

KLM has released a new Media App for tablets and smartphones so passengers can download newspapers and magazines to read in-flight.
Following the launch of Google Trips, FTE explores what impact it could have on airport and airline apps, and how travellers stand to benefit.
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Athens International Airport has introduced a bespoke Facebook Messenger bot, which passengers can use to access flight and travel related information.

San Jose International Airport’s Jonathan Vaden reveals how a trial of Google’s Tango technology has paved the way for the airport to leverage augmented reality technology in the terminal.

Crew received positive feedback but the boarding experience proved to be unpopular among 14% of passengers, according to the ‘Rate My Flight’ function.

Milan Malpensa and Linate airports have launched a new app that uses beacon technology to give passengers personalised information about their flight.

Crew received positive feedback but the boarding experience proved to be unpopular among 14% of passengers, according to the ‘Rate My Flight’ function.

Milan Malpensa and Linate airports have launched a new app that uses beacon technology to give passengers personalised information about their flight.

Skype users can interact with the bot, which can search for flights, display live prices and provide links to pages to complete the booking process.

Lufthansa Group’s Dr. Björn Becker reveals to FTE how a range of initiatives – from auto check-in to Bluetooth-based access control – will enhance the customer experience.

Icelandair’s new Facebook Messenger Stopover Bot allows travellers to search for flights and stopovers using the Facebook Messenger app.

Virgin America has unveiled its new mobile application, which integrates with Spotify to give travellers destination-specific playlists.

London City Airport has launched a new Facebook Messenger service, enabling passengers to get information about their upcoming flight via the Messenger app.

SWISS has started trialling a new entertainment service, called ‘SWISS e-media’, for its customers travelling from Geneva Airport.
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