Riyadh Air, the Saudi Arabian premium carrier preparing to launch later this year, has selected Viasat to provide in-flight connectivity systems for its Boeing 787 fleet. The systems will be powered by Viasat’s most advanced Ka-band satellite technology and multi-orbit satellite network capabilities
CabinSpace Live, the free-to-attend conference at Aircraft Interiors Expo, will see expert speakers discuss key trends, challenges and solutions defining the aircraft cabin and passenger experience of tomorrow, with key topics including accessibility, sustainability, IFEC, and cabin refurbishment
More than 60 exhibitors will showcase their newest technologies in the IFEC Zone at this year’s Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX), presenting the latest innovations in inflight connectivity and entertainment (IFEC), as well as developments in machine learning (ML), artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, e-commerce, and more
United Airlines has installed the first of its Starlink inflight connectivity system on a regional aircraft, with plans to go on to outfit more than 40 of its regional aircraft fleet each month, and ultimately its entire fleet. The airline has shared details of the technical fitment and maintenance processes
The organisers of Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX), the world’s biggest event dedicated to aircraft cabin innovation, has shared details of the 2025 event, which returns to Hamburg Messe, Germany, from 8-10 April
Delta Air Lines has chosen Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit LEO and GEO in-flight connectivity (IFC) technology from Hughes Network Systems for its future delivery Airbus A350 and A321neo aircraft
Features in the March issue include an effective approach to making sustainable cabin choices; a look at why first class is back, and where it’s heading; advances in digital certification processes; an interview with ANA; and of course, AIX and WTCE show previews
Qatar Airways has equipped its 30th Boeing 777 with Starlink inflight connectivity, outpacing its original timeline for fitment by 70%. Over 50% of Qatar Airways’ B777s are now equipped with Starlink, with no impact on operations or flight schedules
Following Gogo Business Aviation’s acquisition of Satcom Direct, the unified multi-orbit, multi-band inflight connectivity company will now go by the name of Gogo, with a new logo
Aeromexico is set to retrofit its eight Boeing 787-8s and nine B787-9s with Viasat’s most advanced in-flight wi-fi system, with deployments to begin later this year
