A new generation of satellite connectivity is planned, with the European Union mostly footing the bill. SES, Eutelsat, and their IFC customers also stand to benefit from the program.
SmartSky Slaps Gogo with Antitrust Claims
Four months after halting operations SmartSky filed a lawsuit against Gogo claiming “systematic anti-competitive practices destroyed competition for internet connectivity in business aviation” and seeking more than $1 billion in damages.
Alaska Airlines "Banking" on Revamped Hub Plans for Profit, Growth
Operating a pair of hubs less than 200 miles apart can be incredibly challenging for airlines. Alaska Airlines has a plan, however, to make it work as it grows into its new global operations.
Qatar Airways Further Accelerates Starlink Deployment
More than a quarter of Qatar Airways’ 777-300ER fleet is now flying with Starlink inflight internet on board, less than eight weeks after the first fitted plane entered service.
Under the Radome: Talking Fast & Free Wi-Fi with Air Canada’s Norman Haughton
Developing new offerings is a delicate balance of concepts and planning, pressed against the reality of passenger behavior. Air Canada took a hybrid approach to build its new IFE/C plan.
Southwest’s Funky New Super-Short Florida Routes
It is easy to look at the four new routes Southwest Airlines announced out of Orlando this week in disbelief. But there’s more to it than just a few sub-200 mile routes.
Alaska Airlines’ plan to juice revenues to the islands
Alaska Airlines is legally prohibited from cutting capacity on key routes between Hawai’i and the mainland, part of a deal to secure approval of the merger. But the carrier still has a plan to boost revenue in its islands operations.
Air Canada Wi-Fi Going Fast and Free Fleet-wide (even some Q400s!)
Inflight internet service on Air Canada is getting an upgrade. The carrier will shift from free texting on its flights to fast, free, streaming-quality Wi-Fi from May 2025.
Hanwha Phasor bails on ESA market
ESA manufacturers continue their work to bring next generation antenna technology to commercial success. This week Phasor appears to have earned the lamentable honor of failing at that goal for a second time.
JetBlue plans domestic first from 2026
A traditional 2-2 first class cabin is coming to JetBlue beginning in 2026.