Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Passengers will soon have the opportunity to play some of the most recognized games in pop culture history on a flight. Panasonic Avionics Corporation announced an agreement with Bandai Namco to offer a number of gaming classics on its in-flight entert…
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KLM takes first E195-E2
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
KLM’s brand new E195-E2 contains an updated interior that should keep passengers comfortable on board, though questions remain about the full suite of amenities to be offered.
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KLM takes first E195-E2
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
KLM’s brand new E195-E2 contains an updated interior that should keep passengers comfortable on board, though questions remain about the full suite of amenities to be offered.
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SmartSky secures additional funding, sets Summer launch plans
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
SmartSky announced a new timeline for network deployment, plus some additional cash to help it get there.
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Qingdao moves forward with full-fleet connectivity plan
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Qingdao Airlines is moving forward with installation of in-flight connectivity on its fleet. Integrator FTS is leading the project with hardware from Gilat and the CHina Satcom satellite infrastructure.
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Intelsat plans bankruptcy exit, notes liquidation risks
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Intelsat has a plan to emerge from its Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. It involves slashing debt owed by more than half, from $15 billion to $7 billion. But the debtors must agree to those losses. If not, the company faces a more dire outcome, includ…
Intelsat plans bankruptcy exit, notes liquidation risks
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Intelsat has a plan to emerge from its Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. It involves slashing debt owed by more than half, from $15 billion to $7 billion. But the debtors must agree to those losses. If not, the company faces a more dire outcome, includ…
FTS secures BizAv in-flight connectivity deal in China
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
As the business aviation industry bounces back the need for in-flight internet services on board is proving to be compelling across the globe. And while China has generally lagged in delivering those connections on its domestic aircraft the country’s l…
Viasat teams with Gazprom, TMC for access to Russia
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Access to Russia is critical when it comes to delivering satellite connectivity on a global basis. Viasat took a large step forward on that front this week, announcing a MOU with Gazprom for satellite capacity and TMC for the necessary local license to…
Astronics extends BizAv antenna deal with Collins Aerospace
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Collins Aerospace expects to install a lot more in-flight connectivity systems on business jets. The company agreed to purchase an additional $11 million worth of antenna systems from Astronics, extending the relationship between the two companies. Imp…
Air Peace’s staggeringly cool new E195-E2 business class seat
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
A small airline based in Nigeria that you’ve probably never heard of now has one of the best business class seats flying on a regional jet. The new Air Peace E195-E2 features the staggered design bespoke for the aircraft, designed in partnership with P…
Viasat optimistic on aviation market, capacity expansion
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Viasat appears spectacularly optimistic these days, riding high on the Delta Air Lines deal and impending ViaSat-3 launch plans. So much so that it now anticipates a permanent positive free cash flow.
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Panasonic Avionics activates first XTS payload
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Panasonic Avionics has entered the next stage of its in-flight connectivity solution evolution, with activation of the first extreme high throughput satellite (XTS). The APSTAR-6D satellite launched last summer and is now ready to serve airline custome…
Panasonic Avionics activates first XTS payload, boost connectivity capacity in Asia
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Panasonic Avionics has entered the next stage of its in-flight connectivity solution evolution, with activation of the first extreme high throughput satellite (XTS). The APSTAR-6D satellite launched last summer and is now ready to serve airline custome…
Qatar Airways upgrades 787-8 IFE to Thales AVANT
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
The Qatar Airways 787-8 fleet is getting an upgrade. The carrier will swap out the in-flight entertainment system on board its oldest Dreamliners to the Thales AVANT platform.
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Qatar Airways upgrades 787-8 IFE to Thales AVANT
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
The Qatar Airways 787-8 fleet is getting an upgrade. The carrier will swap out the in-flight entertainment system on board its oldest Dreamliners to the Thales AVANT platform.
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Another fleet comes online
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Airlines are still navigating the timing challenges of how and when to return their aircraft to service. But as they do in-flight connectivity remains an important amenity to offer. And if you listen to the suppliers it is even more important now. PaxE…
JetBlue unveils Mint 2.0, business class cabin for London
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
This is the new JetBlue Mint business class seat that will carry passengers to London later this year. After years of development the carrier unveiled its Mint 2.0 cabin with a unique all-aisle access, flat bed option for travelers on the A321LR fleet….
JetBlue unveils Mint 2.0, business class cabin for London
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
This is the new JetBlue Mint business class seat that will carry passengers to London later this year. After years of development the carrier unveiled its Mint 2.0 cabin with a unique all-aisle access, flat bed option for travelers on the A321LR fleet….
Ansat helicopters add Ku-band satellite connectivity
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
In-flight satellite connectivity is now available on Ansat helicopters in Russia. The Mku30 system from Kazan Helicopters, a subsidiary of the Rostec State Corporation, received regulatory approval for in-flight operations.
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