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DirecTV plans a global push for its live television services

21 September 2023

After delivering massive growth over the past several years in the US market DirecTV is ready to take its inflight live television content to more international markets.



Starlink set to fly on FlexJet fleet

20 September 2023

FlexJet selected SpaceX’s Starlink service for inflight internet across its fleet, with the G650 first type to be certified and installed.

Apps to boost US border crossing experience

20 September 2023

Travelers entering the United States will soon have an expanded array of digital solutions to help smooth the border crossing experience, improving the travel experience for US citizens and foreign visitors alike.

PaxEx Premium News

An Air Canada ERJ175, soon to be fitted with better Wi-Fi, and fully free for passengers.

Beyond the bytes: Partnerships pushing product progress

11 September 2023

Air Canada’s newly expanded relationship with Intelsat shows off the power of jointly developing not just a bandwidth map, but partnering on how that service is delivered, to the airline and to passengers on board.

Volato's HondaJet fleet is coming online with SmartSky LiTE

Volato picks SmartSky for HondaJet fleet

8 September 2023

Travelers on Volato’s fleet of HondaJet aircraft will soon have access to SmartSky‘s inflight internet services. The two companies agreed to fit more than 20 […]

Air Canada's 737 MAX in flight; soon to be fitted with Intelsat's 2Ku inflight internet solution

Air Canada expands Intelsat partnership for in-flight Wi-Fi on 737 MAX, regional jets

5 September 2023

Updated inflight internet systems are coming to Air Canada’s 737 MAX and regional jets. In total, approximately 100 planes will see Intelsat’s systems installed in the years ahead.

IFEC

DirecTV plans a global push for its live television services

21 September 2023

After delivering massive growth over the past several years in the US market DirecTV is ready to take its inflight live television content to more international markets.

Starlink set to fly on FlexJet fleet

20 September 2023

FlexJet selected SpaceX’s Starlink service for inflight internet across its fleet, with the G650 first type to be certified and installed.

Spafax launches AdConnect targeted advertising marketplace

20 September 2023

The newly released Spafax AdConnect marketplace aims to bridge the gap between airlines and advertisers in a way that addresses the unique challenges of air world.

Executives at the press conference announcing the new partnership

Airbus taps Intelsat, Panasonic Avionics for HBCplus Ku-band services

19 September 2023

The Airbus HBCplus program now has Ku-band service providers confirmed. Intelsat and Panasonic Avionics will participate in the program, offering connectivity services for aircraft fitted with the Airbus’ Ku-band ESA terminal from GetSat/Safran Passenger Innovations.

Immfly, Gategroup team for inflight retail technology

19 September 2023

Inflight heavyweights gategroup and Immfly have signed a strategic alliance for delivery of on-board retail services, delivering a one-stop shop for airlines looking to boost inflight ancillary revenues.

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Airlines, Airplanes & Airports

Inside the new Leihōkū cabin on Hawaiian's 787 (Image via Hawaiian Airlines)

Hawaiian’s 787 flights now on sale

6 September 2023

Hawaiian Airlines will launch regularly scheduled services on its new 787-9 fleet in April 2024. The carrier loaded the first flights for sale, serving routes between the Islands and the mainland west coast.

Biman's 787s could soon be flying to the USA

Biman Bangladesh plans a return to New York

5 September 2023

Biman Bangladesh Airlines is ready to return to the United States. And this time it plans to do so using its own aircraft from Dhaka.

On board the inaugural departure from the Faroe Islands to the United States

Atlantic Airways launches Faroe-New York service

23 August 2023

Atlantic Airways has spread its wings just a bit further. After three years of COVID-induced delays, the national airline of the Faroe Islands inaugurated service to the United States this week, with hopes of boosting both inbound and outbound travel for the islands.

American sees year-round potential in European summer 2024 expansion

18 August 2023

Is it too early to begin planning a Summer 2024 getaway? American Airlines is keen to get a head start on its marketing efforts, planning three new transatlantic destinations among its plans for next year’s peak travel period.

The connector to the new gates at Logan Terminal E blends well into the legacy portion of the space

Boston Logan opens Terminal E expansion

17 August 2023

Just six years after its prior expansion, Boston’s Logan International Airport is growing once again. Terminal E now has an additional four gates, supporting the recovery of international air service in the region.

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Seating & Cabin

Details from the Adient Altitude seat, believed to be the basis for United's new single-aisle Polaris offering (image via Adient)

United’s new single-aisle Polaris seat likely Adient’s Altitude

13 September 2023

Who will manufacture the new Polaris single-aisle seat for United? All signs point to Adient, with United as the launch customer for the Altitude seat.

A rendering of the baseline layout for United's new single-aisle Polaris seat, designed by Acumen. It offers a 12

Making premium more accessible in United’s Polaris single-aisle design

12 September 2023

The latest United Airlines’ single-aisle Polaris cabin offers up a unique design to increase cabin density while maintaining space for passengers. But it also presents a challenge for those traveling in a wheelchair. A second patent associated with the seating concept addresses that issue.

The Swiss Senses 2-3-2 layout for premium economy boasts a wider seat than most competitors on the A350

Swiss pushes premium economy in A350 layout

11 September 2023

Swiss will grow the premium economy cabin on its A350s as part of its “Swiss Senses” interiors program. The new design,will be delivered on the A350 fleet direct from the factory beginning in 2025.

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Loyalty

Inside the new Delta SkyClub lounge at Newark Terminal A

Delta’s SkyMiles shakeup hits Medallion status, SkyClub access rules

14 September 2023

Is the updated Delta SkyMiles program actually a simplified scheme for earning status? That’s debatable. But at least the company didn’t call it enhanced this time.

A British Airways 787-9

British Airways switches to revenue-based accrual for Avios

18 July 2023

British Airways passengers will earn Avios based on how much money they spend, not how far they fly, starting later this year. The carrier is the latest to switch to a revenue-based accrual method for its loyalty program.

More complimentary booze will be on offer at Admirals Clubs starting this month, making it easier for some guests to justify the increased access costs

American Airlines raises rates, supplements services for Admirals Clubs

10 July 2023

Passengers looking to escape the terminal in an American Airlines Admirals Club lounge will soon be asked to pay a bit more for the privilege, though the carrier is also adding some amenities inside to help soften the blow.

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PaxEx Update

The Weekly Wrap: GX+ North America and Spirit’s New Loyalty Program

23 October 2020

In this edition of The Weekly Wrap we’re chatting with Philip Balaam, president of Inmarsat Aviation, about the company’s tie-up with Hughes to create a new in-flight connectivity solution, GX+ North America. Plus FreeSpirit, OpenIFC, and showers in the sky.

APEX Weekly Wrap: Airline CEO Shuffles and Using Data to Manage Risk Volatility

16 October 2020

This episode of the APEX Weekly Wrap reflects on a week of senior staffing news, following announcements that both British Airways CEO Alex Cruz and Virgin Australia CEO Paul Scurrah will step aside, and way more.

Swanky cabins for space or safety: The Weekly Wrap

31 July 2020

Swanky space cabins and safer airline cabins lead this week’s episode, while more options for buying blocked seats are reaching the market. Add some more nutritional food on board and this Weekly Wrap is ready to fly!

Long live the Queen: The Weekly Wrap

24 July 2020

Some 747 farewells transitioning into possible electric aircraft growth. Plus an interview about the upcoming FTE/APEX Virtual Expo and lots more!

The Falls, installed at SLC's new terminal

Connections and Connectivity: The Weekly Wrap

17 July 2020

This week we’re talking about a big new partnership connecting passengers JetBlue and American Airlines, as well as how Middle East Airlines will be getting connected with Panasonic Avionics.

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