Korean Air activated inflight Wi-Fi on its A321neo fleet this month. The carrier selected Viasat as the provider, diversifying its supplier base.
The new connectivity system will be a fundamental part of our digital strategy and customer experience going forward. Coupled with the advanced features of our fuel-efficient, next-generation A321neo aircraft, we look forward to taking our passenger experience to the next level.
– Kenneth Chang, Korean Air’s Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer
The systems are being installed as a line-fit option on the A321neo aircraft, in partnership with with hardware provider Safran Passenger Innovations (SPI). Viasat’s Ka-band satellite constellation capacity will combine with SPI’s Inflight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) hardware.
Korean currently has six A321neo aircraft active in the fleet with a total of 30 expected by 2027. The A321neo fleet is the second to activate inflight internet services on board. The carrier previously enabled Wi-Fi on its 737 MAX 8 aircraft, powered by Panasonic Avionics.
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