More than 150 additional aircraft are expected to be equipped with Viasat’s European Aviation Network (EAN) inflight connectivity system as Lufthansa Group continues to enhance its narrowbody passenger experience
Browsing: Inflight Connectivity
From the successful launch of the Hughes Jupiter 3 satellite to the rise of LEO satellites, the connectivity landscape experienced dramatic changes in 2023. Leaders from the Hughes organisation share their top 10 industry trends and observations for 2024
Gogo Business Aviation reports it has passed another critical milestone in its 5G programme, with its Avance LX5 inflight connectivity platform receiving STC and PMA approvals from the FAA
High-speed connectivity is currently available on 900 aircraft across the American Airlines fleet. Beginning in 2024, the carrier intends to add availability of inflight wi-fi to nearly 500 dual-class regional aircraft
The organisers of AIX have announced the main themes of next year’s event: transforming the passenger experience and creating the cabin of the future. The event returns to Hamburg Messe from 28-30 May, and as always it will be a showcase of the latest ideas to enhance operator efficiency and the passenger experience, and visitors can expect a focus on accessibility and sustainability
Gogo Business Aviation has released an over-the-air (OTA) software update capability for its Gogo Avance inflight connectivity (IFC) platform. Customers can now update their system software remotely through the Gogo Dash app-based toolkit
Air Serbia has begun a trial of the Blueview digital passenger services platform from Bluebox on its Airbus and ATR aircraft, as a proof of concept to assess customer demand
Emirates’ latest order to retrofit 60 A380s with Airspace Link HBCplus connectivity complements its earlier launch order for 50 A350 installations. Additional HBCplus airline selections have been made by Air Algerie and Air India
Key themes of the November 2023 issue include the factors involved in ensuring the safety of sustainable cabin materials; accessible lavatory design; a campaign to bring in legislation to make air travel better and safer for disabled passengers; cabin lighting advances; and the latest CMF options
Aviation conference organiser, RedCabin, has announced a new awards programme for professionals in the aircraft interiors industry – the RedCabin Trinity Awards, with a judging panel made up of airlines and air leasing companies