More than a decade after its first attempt, Qantas will bring inflight internet to its long-haul fleet. And it’ll be free for everyone on board.
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Breeze boosts free Wi-Fi on board
In just a couple months Breeze Airways will complete the installation of inflight internet on its A220 fleet. The carrier will also make the service free for more travelers as part of its efforts to boost passenger experience.
Rumor has it…
With a major IFC contract ready to be awarded, could a dark horse score an unexpected win?
Viasat issues type certification for Satcom Direct Plane Simple Ka-band terminal
Satcom Direct received type certification of the Plane Simple Ka-band terminal for Viasat’s Jet ConneX inflight internet service, moving a step closer to installation of the latest hardware on business jets.
Evolving inflight connectivity: Viasat takes on the art of passenger engagement
Viasat turned in another quarter of revenue growth, driven by mobility. Further growth will depend, among other things, on helping airlines better deliver the services to passengers.
Gogo prevails over SmartSky again in preliminary injunction hearing
Gogo has, once again, avoided a preliminary injunction prohibiting it from selling its next generation inflight connectivity solution.
AirFi LEO takes flight, lays out roadmap for expansion
After a few false starts the AirFi LEO inflight connectivity offering has entered service. Company executives confirm multiple airlines have deployed the hardware across more than a dozen planes, with a strong order backlog still to be filled.
Another IFC upgrade underway
Another long-awaited inflight connectivity upgrade appears to be underway, this time in Asia.
STCs show signs of progress
When it comes to tracking connectivity installations, sometimes regulators share the most useful insights. Taking a look at which STCs have (and have not) been issued lately offers up some details on a few key programs across the industry.
Going offline? Viasat targeted for Chinese sanctions
Viasat is a target of Chinese sanctions, which could knock some airlines offline in and over the region.