ThinKom’s Ka2517 terminal secured certification on the SES Open Orbits network, enabling access to multi-orbit satellite capacity for hundreds of aircraft.
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Viasat Pursues Boeing Line-fit for AERA Terminal
Viasat aims to make AERA, its next-generation electronically steered antenna (ESA) inflight internet terminal, line-fit offerable across the full range of Boeing aircraft from 2028ish.
Amazon Leo Introduces Gigabit Aviation Antenna
Amazon Leo unveiled details of its new antenna, including dimensions in line with the rest of the market while promising gigabit speeds to the aircraft.
ThinKom’s Nexus Delivers High Performance in a Compact Package
The next big thing from ThinKom is impressively small. The ThinAir Nexus antenna brings ThinKom’s proven multi-orbit performance to market in a footprint matching LEO-only ESAs.
Delta Picks Amazon Leo for Next-gen Inflight Internet
Delta Air Lines will activate (at least) 500 aircraft on the Amazon Leo inflight internet service from 2028. The deal will bring low-latency, high-bandwidth capacity to the fleet, boosting performance for passengers and crew alike.
Gogo, Hughes Celebrate Installation Milestones for LEO Service
Business jets are steadily picking up the pace on LEO-based satellite internet installations, according to the latest data from Hughes Networks and Gogo.
Gilat Sells More Sidewinder, More Line-fit Installs
Chalk up another $39 million in Sidewinder antenna sales for Gilat to bring multi-orbit IFC to commercial aircraft. Deliveries are expected over the coming year.
NetJets Swaps to Starlink
NetJets will fit more than 600 business jets with the Starlink inflight internet service, dramatically trimming its partnership with Gogo.
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.
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.