Aalyria, a newly formed communications network company, is launching plans to orchestrate and manage ‘hyper-fast, ultra-secure, and highly complex’ communications networks. Aalyria could be a new player in the inflight connectivity marketplace, and claims its technology can offer connectivity 100-1,000 times faster than any network available today
Daniel Baron, managing director of LIFT Aero Design proposes new value creation in the space between economy class and business class
True Blue Power has added 100-watt USB-C charging ports to its range of MAX Power USB Chargers (TA360 Series). The USB chargers supply 5–20 volts of power at 3-5 amps
With IFE content upload frequency and content quality demands growing, IdeaNova Technologies has launched Inplay Content Loader, a feature designed to improve the upload process for video, audio and other content to aircraft
Air Canada has entered into a purchase agreement for 30 ES-30s, the electric-hybrid regional aircraft being developed by Heart Aerospace in Sweden. The 30-seat aircraft, which Heart is working to enter into service in 2028, will generate zero emissions flying on battery power, with a range of 400km
The North American aviation market is recovering strongly following the Covid-19 pandemic; indeed North America is leading the globe in airline profitability and is the only region expected to return to profitability in 2022, says IBA
Air Canada has become launch customer for an interactive route map that enables passengers to explore routes and view flight progress on their seatback displays
As part of its commitment to eliminate all single-use plastics in its operations by 2023, LATAM has changed the materials of all onboard service elements in the Economy cabin, eliminating 1,200 tons of plastic
In the face of international trade sanctions, Russian flag carrier, Aeroflot, has had to look inward for its future aircraft needs. The airline has signed an agreement of intent with United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) to purchase 339 Russian-built aircraft that will serve as its future fleet
Emirates has selected Thales’ Avant Up IFE system for its new fleet of A350s, with deliveries beginning in 2024. Features will include 4K QLED HDR IFE displays, USB-C fast charging and a personalised entertainment experience
