San Francisco International Airport has unveiled a prototype of an app that can help visually impaired passengers navigate through the airport terminal.
San Francisco International Airport has unveiled a prototype of an app that can help visually impaired passengers navigate through the airport terminal.
Airbus has unveiled the A330neo, which will include LED mood lighting in the cabin, along with full connectivity, 3D IFE capabilities and more seats.
British Airways has started trials of a hi-tech blanket, which through the use of neuro-sensors changes colour to reflect passengers’ moods while onboard.
JetBlue, Saudia, OnAir and Runway Girl Network share their views on the current state of the in-flight connectivity market and look ahead to 2020.
Doha’s new Hamad International Airport and home carrier Qatar Airways will trial the Smart Security concept, while the airline has also received the Fast Travel Green Award.
IATA has announced that Aer Lingus, Aeroflot and Qatar Airways will pilot the New Distribution Capability (NDC), which aims to transform the distribution and booking process.
Content plans: PoC update, AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Discussion centring on check-in – what is the future for a seamless experience? The next in-person members meeting, taking place alongside FTE Global, will examine what future bag drops will look like, as well as tagging, capacity and flow enhancements.
Find out more >>Content plans: Retailing innovation in Los Angeles and exploring the utilisation of the Metaverse and other new technologies in travel retail.
Find out more >>Content plans: Under the theme of "Transforming Air Transport”, air transport leaders from across the globe will gather in LA to learn, collaborate, and be inspired to elevate their organisation’s passenger experience, business performance, innovation, and sustainability strategies.
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Discussion on outbound baggage loading and movement – what will this look like in five years? November’s in-person members meeting will explore areas including loading, movement, scanning, load cells, and more.
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: The final virtual members meeting of 2024 will focus on the “year in review”, while also providing an update on current Proof of Concepts and looking ahead to plans for 2025.
Find out more >>FTE explores how Skype Translator could be used by airlines, airports and travel industry suppliers to improve cross-language customer service.
FTE spoke to Amadeus’ Head of Airport IT about ACUS – the new cloud-based system that Amadeus says could redefine the airport common use market.
FTE spoke to Air France-KLM’s Manuel van Lijf about the new eTag and eTrack – a permanent bag tag and a tracking device – which could improve the baggage process across the industry.
FTE spoke to IATA’s Paul Behan about the forthcoming Smart Security trials at Schiphol and Heathrow, the latest Fast Travel plans and a permanent bag tag standard.
FTE spoke to Air France-KLM’s Manuel van Lijf about the new eTag and eTrack – a permanent bag tag and a tracking device – which could improve the baggage process across the industry.
FTE spoke to IATA’s Paul Behan about the forthcoming Smart Security trials at Schiphol and Heathrow, the latest Fast Travel plans and a permanent bag tag standard.
FTE spoke to Singapore Airlines’ Wilson Yong about the new partnership with First Great Western and Heathrow Express that allows passengers to travel with all three companies on a single booking.
WestJet this week offered a masterclass in enhancing the passenger experience by surprising travellers with their dream Christmas gifts upon arrival in Calgary.
Air Canada has released details of the cabin and seating design for its Boeing 787 Dreamliners, the first of which will be delivered in spring 2014. View the video preview here.
Exploring how permanent bag tags, home-printed bag tags, baggage delivery, remote bag drop and lost baggage services can improve the passenger experience.
Boeing has offered an insight into the in-flight experience of 2020 with the launch of the 777X, which will include a number of passenger-focused features, including repositioned windows and advanced cabin lighting.
A new concept for an economy airline seat that can be adjusted to increase or decrease seat width and allow for flexible pricing has been launched by design and innovation consultancy Seymourpowell.
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