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.
REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
REDEFINING THE END-TO-END PASSENGER EXPERIENCE AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE
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 Australian carriers have relaxed their rules on the use of personal electronic devices following a change in policy by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Tour on 9th hosted by GOAA; Networking Day on February 10th
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group will convene in London for an action-packed joint members meetings, hosted by Heathrow
Find out more >>Content plans: Members of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub and the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group will convene in London for an action-packed joint members meetings, hosted by Heathrow
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Join us in Dublin for APEX FTE EMEA, APEX FTE Ancillary & Retailing â co-located to deliver the regionâs most comprehensive gathering of air transport leaders.
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Join us at the 20th anniversary FTE Global, the âCES of Aviationâ taking place in the new location of Dallas, Texas, on 8-10 September 2026, co-located with IFSA Global EXPO. Headline Partners include Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), Southwest Airlines, and Dallas Love Field Airport.
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: Join us for APEX FTE Expo Asia, 18-19 November 2026 â uniting the world in Singapore for the largest end-to-end passenger experience and innovation expo.
Find out more >>Content plans: Focus on the future of baggage handling, Proof of Concepts updates & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>Content plans: AI, IOT & Robotics case studies & knowledge sharing
Find out more >>
Aer Lingus has released details about its new A330 Business Class product, which will be available from March 2015 on transatlantic services.
Airbus has unveiled the A330neo, which will include LED mood lighting in the cabin, along with full connectivity, 3D IFE capabilities and more seats.
The new Boeing 777X â set for delivery in 2020 â will include larger windows, an improved air filtration system and a more customisable cabin architecture.
Alaska Airlines will be the first carrier to get Boeingâs Space Bins on its Next-Generation 737 and 737 MAX aircraft, increasing storage space by 48%.
9-11 June 2026, Dublin, Ireland
A gathering of air transportâs digital and innovation leaders, creative designers and progressive minds who will inspire one another and reimagine travel together.
9-11 June 2026, Dublin, Ireland
Empowering the airline sector to profit from collaborative digital retailing opportunities at every step of the journey
08 - 10 Sep 2026, Dallas, Texas
Where the world's most progressive travel facilitators define tomorrowâs end-to-end passenger experience
18-19 November 2026, Singapore
Connecting vendors with airline and airport executives to transform tomorrowâs end-to-end passenger journey across Asia-Pacific
FTE was onboard Norwegianâs first Dreamliner-operated LGW-JFK service, where we spoke to the airlineâs CEO about how the carrier will redefine the long-haul passenger experience.
British Airways has started trials of a hi-tech blanket, which through the use of neuro-sensors changes colour to reflect passengersâ moods while onboard.
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.
British Airways is retrofitting 95 of its short-haul aircraft with new seats and a refreshed cabin design, starting immediately with its Airbus A320s.
FTE looks at how low cost carriers such as Southwest, JetBlue, Vueling, Ryanair and PEOPLExpress are helping to improve the in-flight passenger experience.
SAS is upgrading its long-haul fleet, with onboard Wi-Fi, new seats, on-demand in-flight entertainment and larger HD screens to be introduced from early-2015.
LOT Polish Airlines has introduced a new Economy Plus product, added a lower cost Economy Simple option, and upgraded its Business Class service.
UK-based leisure carrier Monarch will introduce non-reclining seats with built-in tablet holders across its fleet in response to feedback from its customers.
Get Future Travel Experience news & updates sent to your inbox
