SmartSky Networks has filed a federal lawsuit against its former radio contractor, Wireless Systems Solutions, asserting misappropriation of intellectual property
Browsing: Inflight Connectivity
Intelsat is buying the commercial aviation business of Gogo for US$400 million. “Consumer demand for in-flight connectivity is expected to grow at a double-digit rate over the next decade, notwithstanding the impact of Covid-19,” said Intelsat CEO, Stephen Spengler
Gogo Business Aviation has reached a new inflight connectivity milestone, with its Avance L5 system now installed and flying on 1,000 business jets
Astronics Corporation reports that it has completed a successful test flight of its Ku-band tail-mounted antenna technology for the Collins Aerospace KuSAT2000 SATCOM terminal, for the LuxStream business jet connectivity system
DC Aviation Group has upgraded a Global 5000 aircraft with the Gogo Elite Smart Cabin System (SCS Elite). According to the company the aircraft was also equipped with an Inmarsat SwiftBroadband High Data Rate Service and a new satellite communication system
Gogo is lowering the altitude at which aircraft passengers can begin using its connectivity services, from 10,000ft above ground level (AGL) to 3,000ft for a significant portion of its ATG fleet
Gogo Business Aviation has reported a surge in inflight broadband connectivity use over the past week. “We’re now in the midst of a measurable recovery,” stated Sergio Aguirre, president of the company
Inmarsat is working with Boeing to develop ‘smart pipe’ technology that will enable the 777X to be a connected aircraft. The innovation independently allocates inflight connectivity bandwidth to multiple applications, enhancing airline operations and the passenger experience
ThinKom Solutions has made several announcements regarding its Ku-band antennas and Ka-band conversions
While many challenges lie ahead for the airline industry, the ability to provide a seamless inflight experience will continue to drive competitive differentiation in this fast-changing world, and those that find clever ways to offset the cost of free wi-fi can look to gain long-term rewards