IFC to benefit as Intelsat orders two more software-defined satellites
Making good on its stated commitment to invest in more software-defined GEO satellites to support its nextgen unified global 5G network stra... Continue Reading
Connectivity
Air-to-ground inflight connectivity sees momentum in multiple markets
Satellite services and aircraft satcom systems ensure that airlines flying long-haul and over water can keep their passengers connected. But... Continue Reading
Inmarsat eyes fresh capabilities as I-6 F1 satellite launches
British satellite operator Inmarsat has successfully launched its first dual-payload satellite into orbit. The hybrid L- and Ka-band satelli... Continue Reading
Panasonic Avionics sees increased per-device connectivity consumption
Aviation industry recovery is coming in fits and starts due to the continued challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the latest Omicr... Continue Reading
United Airlines joins the free inflight messaging crowd
Totally free inflight Internet browsing may still be a pipe dream for the majority of airlines today, but a growing number of them offer som... Continue Reading
Inmarsat continues to offer GX+ North America powered by Hughes, GX
Though there is no shortage of speculation in the market about the future of the Inmarsat-and-Hughes GEO powered GX+ North America inflight ... Continue Reading
SmartSky works with VARs and IdeaNova to offer suite of IFEC tools
SmartSky Networks says it is presently working with its value added reseller (VAR) partners as well as software company IdeaNova Technologie... Continue Reading
Collins embraces consultative role in selling multiple satcom systems
As a company that offers business jet operators multiple options for satellite-supported broadband cabin connectivity, Collins Aerospace has... Continue Reading
Shandong Airlines launches digital aircraft pilot for 737s with FTS
Shandong Airlines is pursuing an incremental approach to the digitalization of its Boeing 737 fleet under a new pilot program that will see ... Continue Reading
Telesat eyes regional launch of Lightspeed-powered IFC in 2024
Now a public company, Canada’s Telesat Corporation says its dual-listing on NASDAQ and the Toronto Stock Exchange will enhance its abi... Continue Reading
Wizz Air UK launches trial of free messaging service from ASIP
Budget operator Wizz Air UK has commenced inflight trials of a novel Bluetooth connectivity solution that supports free messaging for every ... Continue Reading
Rex switches on Intelsat 2Ku IFC plus entertainment with Stellar aid
As Australian passengers return to the skies, regional and domestic airline Regional Express — known as Rex — has officially launched wirele... Continue Reading
Diehl dives into data exchange standards with CANSAS cabin platform
Diehl Aviation has developed a new cabin management system that will serve as the baseline central control panel for nearly all aircraft fun... Continue Reading
Embraer offers Viasat Ka as linefit on E2; confirms Azul as customer
Making good on its commitment to provide airlines with a choice of Ka- or Ku-band satellite connectivity for its E2 family, Brazilian airfra... Continue Reading
SAUDIA selects Inmarsat GX IFC, Panasonic IFE for A321neo twinjets
SAUDIA has selected Inmarsat’s GX Aviation-branded Ka-band satellite connectivity solution and new OneFi passenger experience platform for i... Continue Reading