SkyFive and Bluebox are teaming up to demonstrate the power of inflight entertainment and connectivity to drive an improved passenger experiences and stronger ancillary revenue generation.
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Lufthansa Sets Starlink Service Start Schedule
The first Lufthansa Group plane flying with Starlink will enter service next week, beginning the multi-year process to fit more than 800 aircraft across 10 operating brands in the group.
IFC Revenue Up, Backlog Down for Viasat
Inflight internet services generated $324 million in revenue for Viasat last quarter, as the number of installed aircraft reached a new record. But the company’s pending installation backlog continues to shrink, raising questions about the longer-term outlook.
LATAM Confirms SES for Single-Aisle Inflight Internet
LATAM’s next tranche of single-aisle aircraft will fly with inflight internet from SES.
Hawaiian to Inherit Alaska Airlines 737-800s for Inter-island Flying
The future of inter-island flying in Hawaii is the 737-800. Alaska Airlines announced its plan to replace the 717 fleet with 737-800s carrying the Hawaiian brand.
Frontier (and Friends!) Sign with Starlink
Frontier Airlines will bring Starlink’s inflight internet service to its fleet, part of a 1,000+ aircraft, multi-airline deal confirmed Tuesday.
Copa Goes Live on Starlink, With a Twist
Copa Airlines’ first Starlink-equipped aircraft entered service over the weekend, and it comes with a twist: Some passengers will have to pay to get online.
Two Starlink Inaugurals, Plus More on the Horizon
Two more Starlink deployments saw inaugural flights in recent weeks as airlines continue to adopt the satellite internet solution with impressive deployment speeds. And a third is expected in the very near future, as hardware installation and testing is underway.
Sutton Replaces Marks in Anuvu CEO Swap
Anuvu appointed Simon Sutton as CEO effective 15 June, replacing Josh Marks.
LATAM Unveils First E195-E2, Inflight Internet Details
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.