Viasat finally has a formal plan for airlines to integrate access across its two satellite networks: A new dual-modem ModMan is coming as part of the standard install kit.
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Panasonic Avionics taps Kognitive for network optimization solution
Panasonic Avionics will integrate network management technology from Kognitive in its IFC solutions, boosting in-flight connectivity performance and operational efficiency, ultimately delivering a better passenger experience.
ThinKom sees trio of innovations driving growth
Not content to rest on recent program wins, ThinKom outlined the future it sees for its antenna solutions.
Starlink sees Qatar Airways, airBaltic both online by end of year, architecture changes beyond
Both Qatar Airways and airBaltic expect to have their first few planes flying with Starlink internet before the end of the year. Expectations beyond that are even more interesting.
AJet to offer inflight internet via TCI
AJet is bringing its fleet online. The Turkish airline will add in-flight connectivity, delivered by TCI Aircraft Interiors.
Thales FlytEDGE delivers a new paradigm for in-flight entertainment
Pitched as the first connected, cloud-based IFE system, Thales’ FlytEDGE promises a new level of content personalization as an engagement platform, not just an entertainment server.
Eclipse snags 50+ plane connectivity retrofit deal
Eclipse Global Connectivity will fit 50 aircraft with a multi-orbit inflight internet solution, with services delivered via SES’s multi-orbit satellite constellations.
Intelsat, JAL partner on LEO/GEO connectivity
Japan Airlines will continue its inflight connectivity partnership with Intelsat, adding service on its 737 MAX fleet from 2026. This deal, however, comes with a multi-orbit twist.
Condor taps Intelsat for inflight internet
Intelsat will deliver inflight internet to Condor’s fleet of new single-aisle aircraft. The A320neo and A321neo planes will offer passenger connectivity on routes across Europe and North Africa as they join the carrier’s fleet in the coming years.
Anuvu validates dual-panel Ka-band antenna with in-flight testing
Anuvu continues to move forward on its path to delivering a multi-orbit, inflight connectivity solution with successful in-air testing of its new dual-panel Ka-band terminal, developed in partnership with QEST.