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When the Airbus Perlan Mission II takes flight later this year it will soar higher than ever. And it will do so with a new in-flight connectivity link on board.
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Inflight connectivity soars higher than ever
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
When the Airbus Perlan Mission II takes flight later this year it will soar higher than ever. And it will do so with a new in-flight connectivity link on board.
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American to be launch customer for Thales Optiq displays
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
American Airlines’ upcoming A321XLR and 787-9 aircraft will be the launch platform for the Thales AVANT Optiq displays. These 4K HDR screens, featuring Samsung QLED technology also offer Bluetooth pairing at every seat.
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American to be launch customer for Thales Optiq displays
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
American Airlines’ upcoming A321XLR and 787-9 aircraft will be the launch platform for the Thales AVANT Optiq displays. These 4K HDR screens, featuring Samsung QLED technology also offer Bluetooth pairing at every seat.
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From Thales to Inmarsat: An IFEC Executive Shift
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Philippe Carette will be the new President of Inmarsat’s Aviation operations from 22 November 2021. He joins the company after eight years at Thales, including the past three as CEO of the Thales InFlyt division.
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Successful launch for SES-17
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The SES-17 satellite successfully launched into space onboard an Ariane 5 launcher operated by Arianespace. It is expected to enter service in mid-2022.
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Successful launch for SES-17, boosting in-flight wifi coverage, capacity
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
The SES-17 satellite successfully launched into space onboard an Ariane 5 launcher operated by Arianespace. It is expected to enter service in mid-2022.
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Spirit Airlines WiFi hits milestone
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Looking for WiFi on a Spirit Airlines flight? Depending on which aircraft type you’re on, the odds of fast, inexpensive connectivity on board could be surprisingly high.
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Spirit Airlines WiFi hits milestone
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Looking for WiFi on a Spirit Airlines flight? Depending on which aircraft type you’re on, the odds of fast, inexpensive connectivity on board could be surprisingly high.
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SES-17 launch scheduled for 22 October
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
A big boost to Ka-band connectivity over the Americas will come next month as SES-17 secures an October launch date.
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SES-17 launch scheduled for 22 October
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
A big boost to Ka-band connectivity over the Americas will come next month as SES-17 secures an October launch date.
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A hint of a free in-flight WiFi option on United, plus a streaming plan
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Expect to see some new wifi options on some United Airlines flights, at least for a short while. The company is testing options for higher speeds to support streaming video services, as well as a free option for messaging services, on some of its aircr…
Singapore Airlines expands in-flight shopping with on-ground fulfillment
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
In-flight shopping took a new turn on Singapore Airlines as the carrier unveils an expanded on-board shopping experience. With a range of delivery options, the expanded KrisShop melds the convenience of on-board shopping with inventory only possible th…
Singapore Airlines expands in-flight shopping with on-ground fulfillment
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
In-flight shopping took a new turn on Singapore Airlines as the carrier unveils an expanded on-board shopping experience. With a range of delivery options, the expanded KrisShop melds the convenience of on-board shopping with inventory only possible th…
Tracking tails: More WiFi flying sooner than expected
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
In-flight WiFi installations don’t have to be a slow, drawn out affair. And even with the rebound in air travel demand in the US, some airlines are finding the necessary downtime in their fleet to get the gear installed. Including one sub-fleet that fi…
Thales boosts screen, power options with AVANT Up(grade)
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
The next generation of in-flight entertainment systems is ready to fly from Thales. The company launched the AVANT Up line this week, with upgraded screens, power, and services options for airlines.
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Thales boosts screen, power options with AVANT Up(grade)
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
The next generation of in-flight entertainment systems is ready to fly from Thales. The company launched the AVANT Up line this week, with upgraded screens, in-seat power, and services options for airlines.
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Spirit Airlines WiFi goes live*
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Spirit Airlines is now online in the sky. The first few planes fitted with the company’s in-flight wifi connectivity offering recently entered service for passenger use, though a formal launch is not expected until later this year.
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Personalization and Privacy: Challenges on the JetBlue A220 AVANT IFE
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
JetBlue made clear a while ago that in-seat screens are here to stay. The company’s brand new A220 fleet includes 10.1 inch, 1080P high definition screens at every seat. And the product improvement with the A220 is massive compared to the E190s it repl…
Personalization and Privacy: Challenges on the JetBlue A220 AVANT IFE
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
JetBlue made clear a while ago that in-seat screens are here to stay. The company’s brand new A220 fleet includes 10.1 inch, 1080P high definition screens at every seat. And the product improvement with the A220 is massive compared to the E190s it repl…