A partnership between Southwest Airlines and Beats Music means passengers can now access bespoke playlists on their own electronic devices.


A partnership between Southwest Airlines and Beats Music means passengers can now access bespoke playlists on their own electronic devices.

Hong Kong-based Dragonair will introduce its new StudioKA wireless IFE system on its A320s, and upgrade the Business and Economy Class products.

Virgin Atlanticâs new 787 Dreamliner has entered service and passengers can make use of Panasonicâs eXConnect Ku-band Wi-Fi service, plus Vera Touch 2 IFE.

Featuring star members of the cast from all three films from The Hobbit Trilogy, watch Air New Zealandâs âThe Most Epic Safety Video Ever Madeâ.

FTE takes a look at how Asian airlines are embracing the latest technological developments to improve the in-flight passenger experience.

Family Booths, Duo-seating, iPad-equipped crew, an onboard snack bar and destination-related bookings via the IFE system are among the many innovations.
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Virgin Atlantic, SITA, Droiders and JAL outline why wearable technology has an important role to play in improving the passenger experience.

Japan Airlinesâ new 787 includes a 23-inch IFE monitor in Business, a new Premium Economy class and more spacious seating in Economy.

United Airlines has become the first North American carrier to take delivery of the 787-9 Dreamliner, which is equipped with Panasonicâs eXConnect Wi-Fi service.
FTE looks at how Cathay Pacificâs investment in Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class, plus next-generation IFE, has contributed to its âworldâs best airlineâ title.

United Airlines has become the first North American carrier to take delivery of the 787-9 Dreamliner, which is equipped with Panasonicâs eXConnect Wi-Fi service.
FTE looks at how Cathay Pacificâs investment in Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class, plus next-generation IFE, has contributed to its âworldâs best airlineâ title.
Air New Zealandâs first refurbished Boeing 777-200ER has entered service and includes the new Premium Economy product, Skycouch and Panasonicâs eX3 IFE system.
The national carrier of Morocco has signed a new deal with Global Eagle Entertainment, which includes international and local content, and a new IFE microsite.

Aer Lingus has released details about its new A330 Business Class product, which will be available from March 2015 on transatlantic services.

Finnair, the European launch customer for the A350 XWB, has revealed its cabin design for the aircraft, which it says will âcreate a special customer experienceâ.
Following the rollout of Deltaâs new IFE streaming product, FTE explores how the major US carriers are upping their game when it comes to in-flight entertainment.
Qantas will invest in refurbishing the cabins on its Boeing 737-800s, while more aircraft will be equipped with the Q-streaming wireless IFE service.
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