Inflight retail tech supplier Immfly will boost its data prowess with the acquisition of Data Clarity. The combined company aims to deliver the industry’s “first truly unified, data-driven retail and connectivity ecosystem.”
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Making Marketing Pay: Beating Break-even with Ad-supported IFC
Can inflight internet be offered complimentary to passengers and without costing the airlines a small fortune? Historically the answer was a resounding no, but more are claiming it is possible.
Arc Touts UX Improvements for Moving Map
Airlines continue to see the moving map as a centerpiece for a compelling inflight entertainment experience. Panasonic Avionics is boosting that opportunity, releasing several major enhancements to its Arc in-flight map platform last week at World Aviation Festival in Lisbon. The latest Arc evolutions…transform the map into a platform for storytelling, inclusivity, and brand connection, […]
Pushing IFE Evolution with Panasonic Avionics, United Airlines
Airline entertainment has long struggled to keep pace with digital developments on the ground. Panasonic Avionics’ CEO Ken Sain took responsibility for some of those shortcomings as part of a push to close the gap.
Breeze looks to grow Ascent cabin
What’s the right size for a premium cabin on board? Breeze Airways CEO David Neeleman suggests the carrier will soon grow its “Ascent” cabin to 16 seats from the current 12 owing to strong demand.
SkyFive, Viasat ink roaming deal for air-to-ground networks
Planes connected via Viasat’s European Aviation Network or the SkyFive Saudi Arabia network can now seamlessly roam across the two regions.
No search, just vibes: Alaska Airlines plans "Vibe Quiz" destination recommendation engine
Are passengers ready to swipe left or right to narrow the search for their next vacation destination? Alaska Airlines aims to find out with the launch later this year of an AI-powered “Vibe Quiz” search.
Neeleman, Walsh get testy over SAFs
At the World Aviation Festival in Amsterdam this week Sustainable Aviation Fuels were in David Neeleman’s crosshairs, and he made sure his view was heard, including a contentious exchange with IATA CEO Willie Walsh.
Less Artificial, more Intelligence, please!
Even as airlines invest in so-called artificial intelligence-powered systems, they continue to demonstrate the troubles they have with implementing seemingly simple intelligence for their offerings
Air Canada’s 737 MAX fleet is (finally starting to get) online
It has been a long and winding road, but the first Air Canada 737 MAX plane with an active inflight internet solution is now in service.