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Qatar Airways has debuted Sama – its Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered digital human cabin crew – on social media, as part of its vision to blend human connection with technological innovation.

Air Astana has partnered with Stellar Entertainment to enhance the inflight entertainment experience. They are working closely to provide a fresh, culturally rich selection of custom-tailored entertainment.

Delta has introduced Delta Concierge, an AI-powered digital tool bringing advanced capabilities to its Fly Delta app. Delta Concierge uses Generative AI to create seamless and personalised experiences.

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”.

Turkish Airlines – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has introduced a new Business Class amenity kit collection, known as the ‘UNESCO Türkiye Series’, on select flights.

Emirates is spreading Christmas cheer for travellers throughout December, with traditional treats and festive fare available across its international lounges and onboard, with festive inflight entertainment.

Air France has introduced new comfort kits onboard its long-haul flights in the La Première, Business, and Premium cabins. The comfort kits are “carefully designed to meet the needs of each passenger”.

Aer Lingus – a Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – has enabled Apple’s Find My Share Item Location feature. The feature is designed to enhance CX by helping quickly locate lost or delayed bags.

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.

Avinor is among the key aviation stakeholders to participate in an international test arena for zero and low-emission aviation in Norway, alongside CAA Norway, BETA Technologies, and Bristow Norway AS.

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Air India has extended its wireless inflight entertainment service, Vista Stream, to its narrowbody fleet, enabling travellers to access digital entertainment content on their personal devices for an immersive CX.

flydubai and BBC Studios have partnered to launch a BBC Kids branded space for flydubai passengers on the airline’s inflight entertainment system, as part of efforts to “enhance passengers’ inflight experience”.

Turkish Airlines – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – and Kaelis have introduced “a fun and engaging kids’ kit designed to make young travellers’ journeys even more enjoyable”.

Icelandair has become the first airline to fly with Astrova, the inflight entertainment solution from Panasonic Avionics. Astrova is set to create an immersive, cinematic experience for Icelandair’s passengers.

China Southern Airlines is partnering with Stellar Entertainment, which will supply a wide selection of Hollywood films, along with an array of inflight entertainment services including strategic content curation.
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