Viasat activates coverage over China

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Viasat added a major boost to its Ka-band network this week, activating connectivity over China. The capacity, first announced in early 2019, is made available through a partnership with China Satcom and the ChinaSat-16 satellite.
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Viasat activates coverage over China

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

Viasat added a major boost to its Ka-band network this week, activating connectivity over China. The capacity, first announced in early 2019, is made available through a partnership with China Satcom and the ChinaSat-16 satellite.
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Singapore Airlines unveils new 737 MAX cabins

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

As Singapore Airlines resumes 737 MAX flights later this year passengers will see a new product on board. The carrier unveiled its new premium cabin today, including lie-flat seats, as part of the overall offering.
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Singapore Airlines unveils new 737 MAX cabins

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

As Singapore Airlines resumes 737 MAX flights later this year passengers will see a new product on board. The carrier unveiled its new premium cabin today, including lie-flat seats, as part of the overall offering.
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Panasonic Avionics picked for Saudia IFE play

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Passengers on Saudia’s A321neo and A321XLR fleet will find 4K screens and Bluetooth headphones integration at every seat on board. These features will be enabled by the Panasonic Avionics NEXT in-flight entertainment system.
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Panasonic Avionics picked for Saudia IFE play

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

Passengers on Saudia’s A321neo and A321XLR fleet will find 4K screens and Bluetooth headphones integration at every seat on board. These features will be enabled by the Panasonic Avionics NEXT in-flight entertainment system.
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Iraqi Airways chooses Panasonic Avionics for IFE/C future

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Streaming, in-seat, or internet-connected? Iraqi Airways’ new in-flight entertainment and connectivity plans will include a bit of each, all powered by Panasonic Avionics. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow this week, covers 31 aircraft.
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Iraqi Airways chooses Panasonic Avionics for IFE/C future

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

Streaming, in-seat, or internet-connected? Iraqi Airways’ new in-flight entertainment and connectivity plans will include a bit of each, all powered by Panasonic Avionics. The deal, announced at the Dubai Airshow this week, covers 31 aircraft.
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A vendor selected

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

One slightly disappointing bit of news from the Breeze A220 unveiling this week is that the in-flight WiFi service will not be available when the planes enter service. Still, there are a few hints as to what the offering will be and how it will be stru…

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Air Belgium picks Panasonic Avionics for IFE/C on A330neo fleet

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Passengers on Air Belgium’s new A330neo fleet will deliver an upgraded in-flight entertainment and connectivity experience to passengers on board. The aircraft are fitted with the Panasonic Avionics IFEC suite, including in-seat entertainment screens a…

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Air Belgium picks Panasonic Avionics for IFE/C on A330neo fleet

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Passengers on Air Belgium’s new A330neo fleet will deliver an upgraded in-flight entertainment and connectivity experience to passengers on board. The aircraft are fitted with the Panasonic Avionics IFEC suite, including in-seat entertainment screens a…

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MEA gives live TV a try

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Live television is now flying on Middle East Airlines-Air Liban (MEA) under a two month trial with Panasonic Avionics. The service launched on the carrier’s A321LR earlier this month.
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Does an airline owe refunds for broken in-flight wifi?

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

Does an airline owe passengers a refund if their in-flight wifi doesn’t deliver? Currently that answer is murky. And at least one connectivity provider objects to language used in US Department of Transportation efforts to enact some consumer protectio…

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Does an airline owe refunds for broken in-flight wifi?

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Does an airline owe passengers a refund if their in-flight wifi doesn’t deliver? Currently that answer is murky. And at least one connectivity provider objects to language used in US Department of Transportation efforts to enact some consumer protectio…

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Panasonic picks ThinKom for next gen antenna solution

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

It is not 2Ku. But the new partnership between Panasonic Avionics and ThinKom definitely covers Ku, too. The two companies announced plans to develop an updated antenna solution to fly with Panasonic’s airline customers, starting from 2023.
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Panasonic picks ThinKom for next gen antenna solution

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

It is not 2Ku. But the new partnership between Panasonic Avionics and ThinKom definitely covers Ku, too. The two companies announced plans to develop an updated antenna solution to fly with Panasonic’s airline customers, starting from 2023.
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Flat-rate connectivity bundles launch from Panasonic Avionics

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

In-flight connectivity packages measured by the megabyte generally suck for consumers. Uncertainty over consumption rates and costs make for a worse passenger experience. Panasonic Avionics now wants to help address that issue, but more for the airline…

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Flat-rate connectivity bundles launch from Panasonic Avionics

Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero

In-flight connectivity packages measured by the megabyte generally suck for consumers. Uncertainty over consumption rates and costs make for a worse passenger experience. Panasonic Avionics now wants to help address that issue, but more for the airline…

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Alitalia Due (a/k/a Italia Trasporto Aereo) applies for US service

Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean

Come October 15th Alitalia will cease operations; Italia Trasporto Aereo (ITA) will take its place as Italy’s flag carrier. Except that Alitalia will still probably be in business. ITA confirms that it intends to bid on the Alitalia brand at auction as…

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