Virgin Atlantic shakes up network under Delta influence
Virgin Atlantic is shaking up its route network, consolidating its position as transatlantic partner of its new largest shareholder and join... Continue Reading
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Portable IFE specialist embraces suite of new cabin technologies
How does a supplier of portable IFE players to airlines stay relevant in a world where “bring your own device” is increasingly t... Continue Reading
Why Delta’s duty free decision doesn’t spell doom for onboard retail
Delta Air Lines’ decision to cease duty free sales on its international flights shouldn’t be viewed as some sort of bellwether for what the ... Continue Reading
Allegiant pushes mobile with new printed boarding pass fee
US ultra low-cost airline Allegiant Air will embark on a natural progression in its product unbundling strategy when it starts charging pass... Continue Reading
Op-Ed: Seat wars present opportunity for mid-cabin innovation
The passenger experience is evolving faster than ever before. Up front, business and first class passengers have more amenities, better serv... Continue Reading
Airbus tables another radical seat idea; are new designs certifiable?
Airbus’ patent application for saddle-type seats for short-haul flights has received a tremendous amount of media attention of late. Travele... Continue Reading
Could a Google plan throw wrench in next gen inflight Wi-Fi?
In a recent conversation with Peter Lemme, analyst and chairman of the Airlines Electronic Engineering Committee (AEEC) Ku/Ka-band Satcom Su... Continue Reading
Amadeus steps up efforts to enable personalized travel experiences
Roughly 79% of travelers prefer to buy ancillary products and services directly from airlines rather than a third party to create a total tr... Continue Reading
Aeromexico becomes first customer of Gogo 2Ku connectivity
Aeromexico has become the first airline in the world to commit to deploy Gogo’s next generation inflight connectivity solution, 2Ku, on its ... Continue Reading
Are fixed recline seats the answer to our knee crushing problem?
The inflight argument that flared on a United Airlines flight to Denver on Sunday after a man used the controversial Knee Defender device to... Continue Reading
Inmarsat sees near-term adoption of SB Safety by airlines
Broadband connectivity in aviation is often discussed in terms of what it means for the airline passenger experience, but important work is ... Continue Reading
FCC seeks comment on AT&T’s inflight connectivity proposal
The Federal Communications Commission is seeking public comment on AT&T’s request that rules governing Wireless Communications Services ... Continue Reading
United battles menu fatigue with new premium meals
Looking for more variety when it comes to inflight dining? United Airlines just might have an answer for that. The carrier announced signifi... Continue Reading
Aircraft production boosts mean big business for KYDEX
News that Boeing might again increase production of its 737 workhorse comes at a time when the aircraft interiors industry is facing unprece... Continue Reading
Could Verizon and AT&T compete again on inflight connectivity?
One of the founders of inflight connectivity provider Row 44 believes the industry is now ripe for consolidation. The industry has reached a... Continue Reading
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