Wizz Air’s cabins now offer in-seat ordering and narrowband inflight connectivity, thanks to a digital ecosystem update backed by Immfly and gateretail.
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"SkyNet" Inflight Shopping Launches on airBaltic, Starlink
airBaltic aims to pick up some ancillary revenue from inflight shopping, with the launch of Skynet*, “an innovative digital platform available to all travelers on their personal devices throughout the flight,” powered by the carrier’s Starlink IFC service.
EgyptAir Taps Next-gen IFE from Panasonic Avionics for A350 Fleet
EgyptAir’s newest aircraft entered service last month flying the newest inflight entertainment offering from Panasonic Avionics, including a modular, easily managed interface and increased engagement options along with high quality visuals from nose-to-tail.
Spirit Pushes Premium Pivot for Bankruptcy Exit
A big part of Spirit Airlines’ plan for exiting bankruptcy this summer: Betting on premium to drive its future revenues. But, also, the carrier is still not entirely sure what that premium looks like.
SkyNook Offers Space, Privacy in Economy Class
Privacy doors in economy class? Collins Aerospace has the SkyNook design ready to go, and it appears at least one airline is interested in making it happen.
Insights on Immfly’s Inflight Connectivity Commitment
Launching a new inflight internet offering is a bold move these days. Competition is fierce, and new entrants typically need deep pockets to make a play. Immfly is undeterred.
Economy Plus Seating Now Live on Qantas
Passengers flying with Qantas from 6 February will have access to the carrier’s new Economy Plus* cabin layout. The new, paid premium offering will initially be available on the carrier’s 737, A220, and A321XLR aircraft.
Immfly Joins the IFC Fray with LEO Connectivity Offering
Looking for LEO-based inflight internet services? Immfly is the latest to bring a solution online, tapping in to Eutelsat‘s Oneweb constellation for capacity. The move comes just nine months after the company added a narrowband connectivity option to its portfolio via the Iridium network. Narrowbody aircraft remain disconnected, and we’re bringing them into the digital […]
BAGTAG Adds Airport Kiosk Integration with Amadeus
The digital baggage tag world continues to evolve, approaching the tipping point of both network reach and functionality. The latest partnership between BAGTAG and Amadeus is a significant step in that direction.
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.