Multi-orbit ESAs got a boost this week, with Gilat announcing a $60 million order for its Stellar Blu Sidewinder terminal.
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Intelsat Sees Progress with Boeing for Multi-orbit ESA
Intelsat sees significant progress in its Boeing certification programs, with plans to have the multi-orbit ESA flying later this year and line-fit in 2026.
Unum, TAAG Team for Dreamliner Upgrade
The Unum One business class seat is set to fly as part of a 787 Dreamliner refresh for TAAG Angola Airlines.
Aeromexico taps Viasat for IFC update
Viasat snagged Aeromexico as an inflight connectivity customer seven years ago. Today the companies announced an expansion of that partnership.
Collins confirms Allegris seat delays
Multiple reports earlier this week tied delivery delays of Lufthansa’s new 787 aircraft to certification challenges with the new Allegris business class seats for that aircraft. Collins Aerospace, the manufacturer of those seats, has now confirmed the delays.
LATAM picks Recaro for Dreamliner business class update
Five years after LATAM began updating its 787 business class cabins, a new generation of seating appears to be arriving soon, Recaro’s R7 as the star.
Lufthansa Technik adds 787 retrofit capacity
After more than a decade, airlines looking to modify their 787 interiors finally have a third party option. Lufthansa Technik secured a license from Boeing to perform the work.
In flight: On board Austrian’s first 787
What’s it like on board Austrian’s new 787s and which seats are best (and worst)? I took a quick trip in the first week of flying to find out.
Qantas extending free Wi-Fi to international fleet from late 2024
More than a decade after its first attempt, Qantas will bring inflight internet to its long-haul fleet. And it’ll be free for everyone on board.
Rumor has it…
With a major IFC contract ready to be awarded, could a dark horse score an unexpected win?