Viasat will further expand its JetXP internet service for business aviation with a multi-link, multi-orbit solution in the years ahead.
Jazeera Activates Expliseat on A320neo Refresh
Jazeera Airways will deploy Expliseat’s TiSeat 2X seats on its A320neo fleet, reducing cabin weight while increasing density.
SmartSky Prevails in Gogo Patent Suit
SmartSky prevailed in its patent infringement claims against Gogo, nearly four years after initially filing the case, to the tune of nearly $23 million.
Ethiopian Goes Upscale with 737 MAX Lie-Flat Seating
Ethiopian Airlines announced plans to add another eleven 737 MAX to its fleet during the 2025 Dubai Air Show this week. But its plans for the aircraft’s interior is far more significant than the incremental order.
flydubai Picks PAC’s Astrova for Dreamliner IFE
The upcoming flydubai 787s will carry Panasonic Avionics’s Astrova inflight entertainment system on board.
Azerbaijan Airlines adds Viasat Wi-Fi
Azerbaijan Airlines will fit its incoming fleet with Viasat’s Amara inflight connectivity solution, bringing internet service on board for the first time.
Air Canada Teases Cabin Refresh for MAX Rouge Rollout
Air Canada’s new Rouge fleet will keep its premium option as it converts to the 737 MAX. That detail was included in an internal video shared with company employees on Wednesday, along with other bits about the fleet’s future.
Etihad Expands Viasat Inflight Internet Commitment
For the past few years Etihad has been rolling out Viasat’s inflight internet service on its new aircraft. This week the carrier confirmed it will shift its connectivity portfolio fully to Viasat’s Amara multi-orbit offering.
Emirates Taps Safran Seats, Panasonic Avionics in Updated Retrofit Plans
The next tranche of Emirates’ retrofits will be a bit different inside, with updated seats and IFE/C systems, plus a new factory on the side.
CesiumAstro Scores Skylark Terminal Testing Agreement with TCI
Antenna manufacturer CesiumAstro is moving towards on-wing testing of its Skylark inflight phased array terminal, thanks to an agreement with TCI Aircraft Interiors.