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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Saudia, NSG (Finally) Confirm Inflight Internet Partnership
Saudia officially has a new inflight internet offering, six months after launching its pilot program with Neo Space Group.
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.
SES, K2 Space Plan meoSpace MEO Constellation Evolution
A new generation MEO constellation is in the works for SES. The company will deploy meoSpace, targeting activation in 2030, as the follow-on to its O3b and mPower services.
Lightspeed Slips, Shifts Capacity to Mil-Ka
Full global availability of the Telesat Lightspeed constellation schedule slipped into 2028, owing to hardware production issues.
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.
China Southern Plans New Flagship Interiors, IFE/C for A350, A321neo
China Southern will update its cabin interiors as part of a brand refresh coming to the A350 and A321 fleets, including new partners for business class seats and IFE/C services.
Thai Airways Confirms NSG for Dreamliner IFC
Thai Airways will deploy the Neo Space Group (NSG) Skywaves inflight internet service on its upcoming 787 Dreamliner fleet, expanding it commitment to an improved digital passenger experience.
Saudia Nears Inflight Connectivity Launch
Saudia’s latest inflight Wi-Fi service is (nearly) ready to go live, following a public test flight with airline executives earlier this week.
SES Charts a New IFC Path with Intelsat Acquisition
SES entered the inflight connectivity market indirectly with its Open Orbits program. Now that it owns Intelsat, however, that direct relationship exists, and the company expects it to grow.