Boeing has delivered ViaSat 3 F2, the second spacecraft in Viasat’s ultra-high-capacity constellation. The Boeing 702MP+ platform is coupled with a Viasat payload designed to add more than 1Tbps capacity to the satellite operator’s global network
Browsing: Inflight Connectivity
In-flight wi-fi is becoming commonplace and free to access, but cybersecurity experts warn that passengers and airlines need to stay alert to risks
The FAA has approved Starlink’s Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) amendment for inflight connectivity equipment on United Airlines’ Boeing 737-800s, to include its mainline aircraft fleet
Highlights from the September issue include an insider view of a task force making IFE more accessible for passengers with impairments; United Airlines discusses the progress of the huge United Next cabin retrofit programme; a look at accessible lavatory options for narrowbodies; how to deal with IFE hardware at the end of life, plus news, views, and more
The application window for the Crystal Cabin Award, the prestigious honour for innovation in the aircraft cabin, is now open. The eight categories of the 2026 awards include a new opportunity for start-up companies to have their innovative ideas assessed and celebrated
Gilat Satellite Networks has introduced artificial intelligence (AI) into its Network Management System (NMS), integrating Model Context Protocol (MCP), to act as a gateway between the NMS and AI agents
JetBlue has selected Quvia’s AI-powered QoE platform to manage in-cabin wi-fi networks for consistent performance
The organisers of this year’s APEX/IFSA Global Expo say the event attracted nearly 2,500 airline leaders and innovators from around the world. Highlights included CEO keynote addresses, a technology showcase, and a comprehensive awards programme
Following the merger of the Intelsat and SES satellite operators, the new, larger SES has launched a rebrand under the theme of ‘Space to Make a Difference’, highlighting the company’s mission and its aims for the industry
IFE services play an increasingly important role in shaping passenger experiences and unlocking new revenue streams for airlines according to a study by Moment, a provider of cabin wi-fi equipment and IFE streaming platforms