Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
I’m no stranger to using tech products for longer than I should. That’s why I still use my old MacBook Air when we travel. I can’t see paying the money…
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Anuvu announces STC for A321, Turkish Airlines installs
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
The Turkish Airlines A321 fleet is now ready for a new WiFi solution on board. The carrier and in-flight connectivity provider Anuvu announced receipt of certification for the Airconnect Global Ku inflight connectivity (IFC) system on the type from Eur…
El Al removing Viasat WiFi from 737s to avoid aircraft damage
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
El Al, Astronics, and Viasat joined the dubious group of in-flight connectivity installations causing damage to aircraft last week. As a result, hardware must be removed from the planes to avoid catastrophic failure.
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OneWeb secures antenna, investment with Hanwha Systems
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Each of OneWeb’s post-bankruptcy investors plays a strategic role in the company’s future. Last week’s news of a new partner keeps that streak alive, as Korea’s Hanwha Systems added $300 million to the company’s coffers.
Perhaps more importantly, howe…
Anuvu announces STC for A321, Turkish Airlines installs
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
The Turkish Airlines A321 fleet is now ready for a new WiFi solution on board. The carrier and in-flight connectivity provider Anuvu announced receipt of certification for the Airconnect Global Ku inflight connectivity (IFC) system on the type from Eur…
Anuvu announces STC for A321, Turkish Airlines installs
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
The Turkish Airlines A321 fleet is now ready for a new WiFi solution on board. The carrier and in-flight connectivity provider Anuvu announced receipt of certification for the Airconnect Global Ku inflight connectivity (IFC) system on the type from Eur…
Panasonic Avionics’ AeroMobile adds GigSky as eSIM roaming partner
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
Another option to get connected in the sky now exists. Panasonic Avionics and GigSky, a global mobility provider based in Silicon Valley, partnered to offer an alternate means to buy day passes valid on aircraft fitted with the AeroMobile picocell tech…
Panasonic Avionics’ AeroMobile adds GigSky as eSIM roaming partner for in-flight WiFi
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Another option to get connected in the sky now exists. Panasonic Avionics and GigSky, a global mobility provider based in Silicon Valley, partnered to offer an alternate means to buy day passes valid on aircraft fitted with the AeroMobile picocell tech…
Viasat boosts aviation backlog, lingers over LEO likelihood
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
Viasat is making a lot of money, even though it cannot add new users to its core satellite offering today. But the company is not shying away from aircraft additions, with hundreds more anticipated over the next couple years.
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TikTok flies free on some American Airlines planes
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
A few months ago it was on the way to being banned in the United States. Now some airline passengers can access it in the sky without paying extra. TikTok will fly free on most of American Airline’s single-aisle fleet, beginning today.
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TikTok flies free on some American Airlines planes
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
A few months ago it was on the way to being banned in the United States. Now some airline passengers can access it in the sky without paying extra. TikTok will fly free on most of American Airline’s single-aisle fleet, beginning today.
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Amazing Things I Discovered During Our Recent Car Rental
Written by joeheg @ Your Mileage May Vary
I’ve mentioned that I’m often amazed by technology that isn’t new. For instance, I didn’t know this was a feature on my iPhone until we were at a hotel that…
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Read MoreInmarsat to grow connectivity with multi-channel Orchestra platform
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
What if satellites alone are not the best solution to mobile connectivity demand? Under its newly announced Orchestra initiative, Inmarsat wants to take a different tack. The company plans to layer multiple communications technologies, adding terrestri…
Inmarsat to grow connectivity with multi-channel Orchestra platform
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
What if satellites alone are not the best solution to mobile connectivity demand? Under its newly announced Orchestra initiative, Inmarsat wants to take a different tack. The company plans to layer multiple communications technologies, adding terrestri…
PaxEx Premium: Peeling back the layers
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
How does a major satellite connectivity company solve the problem of congestion at crowded (air)ports without disrupting billions of dollars in existing infrastructure? It is an answer that, much like the network (and ogres), comes with lots of layers….
American Airlines won’t bring back IFE screens
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
In-seat screens are not coming back to American Airlines’ single-aisle fleet. The company doubled down on its decision to focus on streaming entertainment on board in the wake of United Airlines’ about face on the issue, citing technical and ecological…
American Airlines won’t bring back IFE screens
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
In-seat screens are not coming back to American Airlines’ single-aisle fleet. The company doubled down on its decision to focus on streaming entertainment on board in the wake of United Airlines’ about face on the issue, citing technical and ecological…
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…
United toys with free in-flight WiFi for messaging, plus a streaming option
Written by Seth Miller @ PaxEx.Aero
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…
Cathay Pacific A321neo brings many firsts to market
Written by Seth Miller @ Wandering Aramean
With its inaugural flight A321neo to Shanghai-Pudong on 4 August, Cathay Pacific will break through a number of milestones, particularly around in-flight entertainment and connectivity services.
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