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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Monarch has introduced its new wireless IFE system, MPlayer, which offers passengers paid access to movies and music via their own electronic devices.
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.
SilkAir has launched SilkAir Studio – a wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE) system that allows passengers to stream movies on their laptops, smartphones and tablets.
Content plans: Discussion on recovering bags with passengers – how do we collectively improve? The September virtual meeting will include a focus on the RUSH process for quick recovery of mishandled bags, highlighting automation, expediency and passenger visibility.
Find out more >>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 >>United Airlines’ passengers can now watch movies on their iPhones and iPads thanks to a new feature that has been added to the airline’s iOS app.
The line-up for the Cabin Integration Symposium has been announced and includes speakers from the industry’s biggest airlines, OEMs, interiors specialists and IFE&C suppliers.
Bangkok Airways now offers its business class passengers iPad minis pre-loaded with movies, TV shows and music as it aims to enhance its “onboard boutique service”.
Mary Kirby, founder of Runway Girl Network, explores the latest onboard innovations, including second-screen tech, inventive cabin design and PED-friendly trays.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is using OnAir’s Wi-Fi connectivity product to offer its passengers access to an innovative infotainment portal, which is available in English and Japanese.
Air China has signed an agreement with Global Eagle Entertainment to launch a trial of a high-speed, Ku-band satellite-based connectivity service on a B777-200.
China Southern has taken delivery of its first B777-300ER equipped with Thales’ TopSeries AVANT IFEC system, which includes on-demand content, 3D maps, games and e-books.
Lufthansa Systems’ BoardConnect is now available as an app for Windows 8 devices, allowing passengers to watch movies, order food and shop using their own device.
WestJet has signed a multi-year deal with Panasonic Avionics to provide passengers with in-flight satellite connectivity, enabling live TV and movie streaming.
Turkish Airlines has opted to install the Thales TopSeries AVANT in-flight entertainment system for 25 of its A321s and 20 B737s.
Japan Airlines has opted to adopt the Gogo Vision service across its domestic fleet, enabling passengers to rent and stream content via their own electronic devices.
FTE caught up with AirAsia’s Steven Dickson, who revealed the airline’s plans to launch a CRM system and trial in-flight entertainment and connectivity.
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