NetJets will fit more than 600 business jets with the Starlink inflight internet service, dramatically trimming its partnership with Gogo.
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Korean Air Picks Starlink for Full Fleet Connectivity
Korean Air will deploy the Starlink inflight internet solution across its fleet, and it will bring Asiana Airlines, Jin Air, Air Busan, and Air Seoul along for the ride.
JSX to Launch ATR Service at Santa Monica
JSX’s plan to bring turboprops into smaller airports will officially take flight on 19 December, with the inaugural flight from Las Vegas to Santa Monica Airport (SMO).
Etihad Expands Viasat Inflight Internet Commitment
For the past few years Etihad has been rolling out Viasat’s inflight internet service on its new aircraft. This week the carrier confirmed it will shift its connectivity portfolio fully to Viasat’s Amara multi-orbit offering.
Emirates Taps Safran Seats, Panasonic Avionics in Updated Retrofit Plans
The next tranche of Emirates’ retrofits will be a bit different inside, with updated seats and IFE/C systems, plus a new factory on the side.
Vallair, AeroX Team for Starlink Install Services
Airlines looking for a bit of help with Starlink installations now have a new option in Châteauroux, France, thanks to a new partnership between Vallair and AeroX.
flydubai Picks Starlink to Bring Back Inflight Internet
Dubai’s flydubai is bringing back inflight internet service, with plans to install the Starlink system fleet-wide.
Emirates Confirms Starlink Inflight Internet Upgrade
Emirates is the latest major airline to commit to a fleet-wide deployment of the Starlink inflight internet solution. The first aircraft is already installed.
Axinom Boosts Streaming IFE on Starlink Aircraft
Faster satellite links and lower latency allows airlines to move streaming entertainment solutions off the aircraft and into the cloud. Axinom is helping boost that performance.
IAG Signs Starlink for Inflight Internet Update
Chalk up another 500 aircraft in the Starlink inflight internet fleet, with British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus, and Vueling committed to a full fleet deployment.