Vueling’s new Apple Watch app includes geofencing technology and a ‘Bring Your Flight Forward’ function, in addition to real-time flight updates.


Vueling’s new Apple Watch app includes geofencing technology and a ‘Bring Your Flight Forward’ function, in addition to real-time flight updates.
Greater Orlando Aviation Authority’s Brian Engle reveals how self-service, beacons and new wayfinding solutions will benefit the passenger experience.
Following in the footsteps of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta and Miami international airports, Seattle-Tacoma Airport now offers Mobile Passport Control.

Brisbane Airport is trialling a Digital Departure Card, which removes the need for international passengers to hand write the traditional Outgoing Passenger Card.

FTE looks at how JetBlue and Virgin America are using Apple Pay and Visa Checkout, and how a new Google Flights feature is simplifying the flight search process.

Emirates is the first carrier in the Middle East to unveil its new app for the Apple Watch, which will complement the airline’s existing iPhone app.
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From embedded bag tags and smart glasses, to mood measuring digital screens and new bag drop solutions, FTE takes a closer look at some of today’s eye-catching solutions.
US and Canadian travellers arriving in Miami can now use the Mobile Passport app to complete their customs declaration using their smartphone or tablet.

Facebook’s Head of Travel explains how airlines and airports can exploit the opportunities presented by mobile technology, apps and social media.

A report released by SITA highlights how passengers, airlines and airports are planning to make use of mobile technology over the next three years.

Facebook’s Head of Travel explains how airlines and airports can exploit the opportunities presented by mobile technology, apps and social media.

A report released by SITA highlights how passengers, airlines and airports are planning to make use of mobile technology over the next three years.

Auckland Airport has announced a partnership with TripIt from Concur in an effort to help customers plan and manage their end-to-end travel experience.

Customers can now use the NFC and scanning functions to automatically enter their credit card details when booking a flight via the Vueling app.

Royal Jordanian has launched a new app as part of its efforts to leverage mobile technology to simplify and streamline the travel experience for its customers.

The tracking function provides real-time information on the aircraft route, speed, type, altitude, distance travelled and total distance to the destination for all flights.

Sydney Airport’s team of ‘Airport Ambassadors’ will now carry iPad Minis, so they can provide passengers with real-time information on the go.

The new app is available on iPhone and Android devices and includes a flight tracker, plus information on airport retail, parking and ground transportation.
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