Mary Kirby explores how the collaboration between Panasonic Avionics and Recaro, and Lufthansa Systems’ semi-embedded IFE, could impact economy class travel.
REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
Mary Kirby explores how the collaboration between Panasonic Avionics and Recaro, and Lufthansa Systems’ semi-embedded IFE, could impact economy class travel.
BA has confirmed that 18 of its Boeing 747s will receive a cabin refresh, with Panasonic’s eX3 in-flight entertainment system to be installed.
British carrier Thomas Cook Airlines has unveiled its all-new Airbus A330, which includes a Premium cabin for the first time, as well as an enhanced Economy offer.
Japan Airlines’ 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 Panasonic’s eXConnect Wi-Fi service.
FTE looks at how Cathay Pacific’s investment in Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class, plus next-generation IFE, has contributed to its “world’s best airline” title.
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Air New Zealand’s first refurbished Boeing 777-200ER has entered service and includes the new Premium Economy product, Skycouch and Panasonic’s eX3 IFE system.
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.
Emirates now offers Audio Description soundtracks for movies on its in-flight entertainment system, making the content more accessible to visually impaired travellers.
Monarch has introduced its new wireless IFE system, MPlayer, which offers passengers paid access to movies and music via their own electronic devices.
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Emirates now offers Audio Description soundtracks for movies on its in-flight entertainment system, making the content more accessible to visually impaired travellers.
Monarch has introduced its new wireless IFE system, MPlayer, which offers passengers paid access to movies and music via their own electronic devices.
FTE spoke to Air New Zealand’s Carrie Hurihanganui about what passengers can expect onboard the 787-9 Dreamliner, which will include unique IFE and seating products.
Airbus has unveiled the A330neo, which will include LED mood lighting in the cabin, along with full connectivity, 3D IFE capabilities and more seats.
FTE was onboard Norwegian’s first Dreamliner-operated LGW-JFK service, where we spoke to the airline’s CEO about how the carrier will redefine the long-haul passenger experience.
JetBlue has launched its premium product, Mint, on the JFK-LAX route, offering private suites, flat-bed seats and 15-inch in-flight entertainment screens.
Kenya Airways has announced the launch of KQ TV, which will provide passengers with access to live news and sports channels onboard.
Aeromexico has confirmed that it will use Panasonic Avionics’ Ku-band satellite service to offer Wi-Fi onboard nine of its Boeing 787-8 Dreamliners.
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