How SIMONA Boltaron meets airline aesthetic standards with Terreform
Eager to improve the sustainability credentials of aircraft cabins, high-performance thermoplastic specialist SIMONA Boltaron in 2021 introd... Continue Reading
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RAVE supercharges IFE development with new OS and App Marketplace
Seeking to accelerate development cycles in inflight entertainment and bring dramatic enhancements to the passenger experience — including v... Continue Reading
Press Release: ThinKom supports Neo Space Group in global IFC push
ThinKom’s ThinAir® Ka2517 antenna has been selected by Neo Space Group (NSG) for installation across the narrow-body fleet on multiple airli... Continue Reading
Prominent IFC providers welcome ‘least cost routing’
A growing number of inflight connectivity stakeholders are prepared to flexibly support a multi-vendor environment in commercial aviation sh... Continue Reading
AIX 2026 shows accessible air travel has reached tipping point
This year’s Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg was awe-inspiring, with a raft of exhibitors proudly displaying accessible air tr... Continue Reading
Press Release: Global Aviation Conference Frankfurt arises as key forum
The Global Aviation Conference Frankfurt, scheduled for 29-30 September 2026, is set to establish itself as one of the most important aviati... Continue Reading
AirAsia CEO to Airbus: build it and we’ll also buy 150 A220-500s
Confirming Canadian reports that AirAsia has placed a firm order with Airbus for 150 A220-300s — and that the aircraft will feature a new hi... Continue Reading
Press Release: EL AL reopens newly renovated TOP PLATINUM Lounge
EL AL is marking another significant milestone in its ongoing commitment to premium service with the reopening of its newly renovated TOP PL... Continue Reading
Press Release: Condor Airlines improves baggage allowances
Condor Airlines, Germany’s second-largest network carrier, is simplifying its baggage policies and will become even more customer-friendly. ... Continue Reading
Press Release: Singapore Airlines taps Starlink for long-haul Airbus jets
Singapore Airlines (SIA) customers will enjoy an enhanced in-flight Wi-Fi experience from the first quarter of 2027, with the progressive in... Continue Reading
SES advances work on multi-band ESA for meoSphere + LEO IFC
Preparing to offer meoSphere Ka-band Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) plus Ka- or Ku-band Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite-powered inflight connectiv... Continue Reading
Employees, travelers reel as Spirit Airlines shutters operations
In a devastating blow to its employees and stranded ticket holders, bankrupt Spirit Airlines abruptly began closing its operations in the ea... Continue Reading
Amazon Leo ESA, ThinKom Nexus and new Starlink kit break cover
Three new aero antennas are arriving on the scene with the goal of shaking up aviation connectivity as we know it. They’re compact, lightwei... Continue Reading
Press Release: Biman Bangladesh orders 14 Boeing 787s and 737 MAXs
Boeing and Biman Bangladesh Airlines announced today the national carrier has placed its largest-ever order, selecting 14 787 Dreamliner and... Continue Reading
Iridium prepares to unleash Certus 100 safety for civil aviation
As Iridium Communications works with key partners to secure clearance from the US FAA to support safety services with its next-gen Certus sa... Continue Reading