Passengers run speed tests aplenty on inflight internet links, but airlines need a more wholistic way to monitor their networks. And service providers are getting pulled along, whether they like it or not.
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ALOFT confirm first OneWeb BBJ installation
ALOFT AeroArchitects will activate OneWeb’s LEO satellite inflight internet service on a 737 BBJ via a services contract with Satcom Direct and an antenna provided by Stellar Blu.
SmartSky catches a major "break" in Gogo patent infringement suit
We’re still more than a year away from Gogo and SmartSky stepping into a courtroom to have their patent infringement lawsuit heard, but a ruling this week will significantly influence the direction of the case.
Gogo 5G slips a bit, with massive install forecast
Gogo’s next-gen connectivity solution will be delayed a few more months, but the company still expects to be online by the end of the year. And it is forecasting massive install growth to follow.
Low cost or cheap? Flying New Pacific first class
What’s the inflight experience like on New Pacific? Certainly not worth going out of the way for, but also not terrible, assuming you can get a cheaper fare.
Stellar Blu Sidewinder terminal certification slips, production ramps up
Certification timing slipped a bit for the Stellar Blu terminal, leaving Intelsat waiting for installation on its test aircraft. But no one seems to be worried yet.
Malaysia Airlines picks Collins, Recaro for A330neo seats
Malaysia Airlines unveiled its A330neo interiors, with seats from Collins Aerospace for the business class cabin and Recaro for economy. The new planes, with 297 seats on board, are expected to join the fleet from Q3 2024.
Viasat, Telekom extend EAN network into the Mediterranean for Aegean
Building cell towers to serve overwater markets is no easy feat, especially with hundreds of miles between Greece and Cyprus. But Deutsche Telekom and Viasat got it done, boosting the EAN network for Aegean Airlines.
Ads, points to open Wi-Fi access on American Airlines
American Airlines is updating the way passengers connect to inflight Wi-Fi services, including a limited free option.
Alaska Access: A new subscription play by Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines continues its push into the subscription services model with the introduction of Alaska Access. The program promises early access to sale fares and a Wi-Fi discount among its benefits