Perhaps not entirely on purpose, but LATAM and Embraer unveiled details around inflight internet plans when showing the first E195-E2 for the carrier to media this week.
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Ultra Low Cost Carrier Wizz Air Picks Ultra-Fast Starlink Inflight Internet
Wizz Air will install the Starlink solution on its fleet from 2027, bringing high-speed service to its (mostly) short hops around Europe.
Viva Goes Online with SES Multi-Orbit Internet
Mexico’s Viva will bring its fleet online, selecting SES to provide inflight internet service on board.
Gogo Adds Airshare, Sees Strong LEO Future
Gogo will add another fleet of Embraer Phenom 300s to its Galileo LEO fleet, thanks to a deal signed with Airshare.
Anuvu Taps Eutelsat 10B for IFC Capacity
Anuvu will boost its inflight internet capacity over Europe and the Middle East, inking a multi-year contract for Ku-band services on Eutelsat 10B.
American Shifts 500 Planes to Starlink
American Airlines will install Starlink inflight internet service on more than 500 aircraft from Q1 2027, part of its continued upgrades to the passenger experience.
First and Last Installs for Two Starlink Customers
One airline is celebrating its first Starlink installation this week, while another celebrates the full fitting of its fleet.
Splitting the Difference: Dramatically Different Takes on a Shifting IFC Market
Two current IFC providers are taking very different paths in the face of LEO connectivity evolving “faster and differently” than expected. Whether they arrive at the same outcome will be very interesting to see.
Delta, United Boost Inflight Content, Streaming Options with FOX One and Peacock
Delta and United continue to add content options in flight, though with different approaches which highlight the benefits – and challenges – of connected IFE platforms.
Singapore Airlines Selects Starlink for Long-haul Internet Upgrade
Singapore Airlines will fit its A350 and A380 fleet with Starlink’s inflight internet service with installation slated to begin in Q1 2027.