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The latest news and analysis in the field of in-flight connectivity, covering onboard Wi-Fi, satellite connectivity solutions, in-flight mobile phone use and personal electronic devices.
Alaska Airlines is set to launch Starlink connectivity in 2026, with ultra-fast speeds and dramatically lower latency – unlocking seamless access to live gaming, real-time messaging and high-quality streaming.
Qatar Airways has completed its Starlink installation programme on 54 Boeing 777 aircraft, as it aims to deliver the fastest, most seamless inflight connectivity. The airline is now equipping its Airbus A350 fleet.
Aeromexico has announced the installation of advanced inflight connectivity from Viasat on its Embraer E190 fleet. Viasat will integrate high-speed satellite connectivity via its global Ka-band network.
Delta Air Lines’ fast, free Delta Sync WiFi is now available to all customers flying across its transatlantic network to Europe, Israel and West Africa, transforming its aircraft into “personalised platforms”.
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Riyadh Air has selected Viasat to provide full, fast, free inflight connectivity on its Boeing 787 aircraft, as part of a commitment to “redefining the guest experience through innovation and technology”.
Aeromexico is expanding its longstanding relationship with Viasat. The airline will retrofit its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet with Viasat’s most advanced inflight Wi-Fi solution for upgraded connectivity and CX.
New collaborations for Delta Sync Wi-Fi are planned in 2025, as well as more streaming-speed connectivity and personalised entertainment, as the airline brings an “at-home entertainment experience to the sky”.
STARLUX is launching an enhanced service with Viasat’s high-performance inflight connectivity solution. The aim is to “create an advanced, refined connected experience for travellers”.
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SAS is introducing totally new inflight WiFi with the launch of free, high-speed Starlink connectivity from SpaceX. It will begin the phased rollout on its entire fleet at the end of 2025 for an enhanced CX.
Lufthansa is introducing unlimited free messaging on its long-haul flights from this summer, as it further enhances the customer experience with “a portfolio of digital services that is very attractive”.
United Airlines – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has announced an accelerated timeline for the introduction of Starlink connectivity for “game-changing IFE experiences”.
Air India has introduced WiFi internet connectivity services onboard domestic and international flights operated with the Airbus A350, Boeing 787-9 and select Airbus A321neo aircraft for an enhanced CX.
airBaltic has conducted a certification test flight of SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed internet aboard an Airbus A220-300. The airline expects to begin installing Starlink on its fleet in Q1 2025.
Air Canada is to rollout fast, free streaming-quality WiFi. Beginning in May 2025, this complimentary service will be available to Aeroplan members on WiFi-equipped aircraft as part of a customer-focused plan.
Fiji Airways has introduced an upgrade to its onboard connectivity services, further enhancing the inflight experience for Economy Class travellers with complimentary full flight messaging WiFi.
Air France is to upgrade its onboard WiFi service with ultra-high-speed Starlink connectivity on all aircraft. Hear more from Air France at FTE Global – the “CES of Aviation” – in Los Angeles on 28-30 October 2024.
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