BAE Systems is the first IFE vendor to strike a deal with a major Hollywood studio for the streaming of Early Window Content on passenger-owned devices.


BAE Systems is the first IFE vendor to strike a deal with a major Hollywood studio for the streaming of Early Window Content on passenger-owned devices.

ViaSat’s Don Buchman discusses how Virgin America’s tie-up with Netflix supports the theory that the IFE sector is experiencing a revolution.

FTE speaks to Inflight VR and ODG about the opportunities presented by virtual reality and augmented reality to the in-flight entertainment sector.

The app will allow passengers to plan their IFE experience on the ground, before synchronising their device with the embedded system onboard the aircraft.

Caribbean Airlines has opted to install Lumexis’ Fiber-To-The-Screen in-flight entertainment system, along with Second Screen technology.

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By the end of August, more than 120 United Express E170, E175 and CRJ700 regional jets will be equipped with the wireless in-flight entertainment service.

As Transavia starts trials of virtual reality IFE, Roy Scheerder, the airline’s Commercial Director, explains why he thinks the technology is here to stay.

Alitalia has revealed extensive upgrades to all cabin classes, covering IFE, connectivity, the meal service and the level of personalisation offered onboard.

The wide-reaching improvements include new Business Class seats, enhanced in-flight entertainment and more overhead stowage space for cabin bags.

Alitalia has revealed extensive upgrades to all cabin classes, covering IFE, connectivity, the meal service and the level of personalisation offered onboard.

The wide-reaching improvements include new Business Class seats, enhanced in-flight entertainment and more overhead stowage space for cabin bags.

Avianca’s VP Customer Experience discusses IFE, connectivity and Premium Economy, and how the new A320neos will improve the carrier’s onboard experience.

JetBlue has partnered with Amazon to allow Amazon Prime members to stream content via their own device using the carrier’s free Fly-Fi service.

ANA has partnered with Panasonic Avionics to offer three live TV channels and Wi-Fi onboard its first 787-9, which will serve the Tokyo-Munich route.

American Airlines is installing its Gogo Vision-powered IFE streaming service on a further 200 A319s, A320s and A321s, and offering free movies for a limited time.
AirFi Boxes will be installed on nine aircraft and in the gate areas at various airports to offer Arkefly’s passengers a “fully connected experience”.
Emirates has unveiled new, redesigned headsets, which will be introduced from the end of June on all A380s and Boeing 777s to improve audio quality.
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