Connectivity
![United, T-Mobile activate complimentary WiFi on board](https://dxj7eshgz03ln.cloudfront.net/production/link/image/798590/twenty_by_nine_extra_large_34531815-0fa7-4532-a79b-2d91e6c8610f.jpg)
United, T-Mobile activate complimentary WiFi on board
United Airlines is, once again, a partner in the T-Mobile inflight wifi program. The expanded relationship, first tipped two weeks ago, takes effect today. T-Mobile subscribers on eligible plans will receive access to the streaming level connectivity service on select domestic and short-haul international United flights.
![SkyFive, Safran Passenger Innovations push forward on connectivity in China](https://dxj7eshgz03ln.cloudfront.net/production/link/image/798536/original_ratio_extra_large_1534995d-22f6-4088-a9e8-02c255f81e15.jpg)
SkyFive, Safran Passenger Innovations push forward on connectivity in China
High speed inflight connectivity over China took another step forward earlier this month, as Safran Passenger Innovations (SPI) and SkyFive announced a partnership to integrate their services for airlines. The SkyFive air-to-ground networking hardware will connect to SPI's RAVE on-board platform, with promises of incredibly high speed, low latency service to passengers.
![Wizz Air expands fflya functionality with live credit card processing](https://dxj7eshgz03ln.cloudfront.net/production/link/image/797991/twenty_by_nine_extra_large_d23d6087-31ff-41ad-a199-bc2515ac4a37.jpg)
Wizz Air expands fflya functionality with live credit card processing
Realtime credit card processing is now available on the fflya platform, extending the capabilities of the Bluetooth-based inflight connectivity solution. The service was demonstrated on a Wizz Air A321 as part of the ongoing deployment trial with that carrier.
Cabin Design
![MOST launches new mobile retailing platform](https://dxj7eshgz03ln.cloudfront.net/production/link/image/798236/twenty_by_nine_extra_large_81eb1bdc-182a-46fc-9feb-1acca54ba7ef.png)
MOST launches new mobile retailing platform
MOST, a new provider of intuitive and customized retail and payment solutions, is looking to shake up the mobility sector. The company launched a suite of payment solutions that support retail platforms, helping businesses capture more revenue in an increasingly cashless economy, including airline cabins.
![American launches Flagship Suites, retires Flagship First](https://dxj7eshgz03ln.cloudfront.net/production/link/image/797615/twenty_by_nine_extra_large_a488e509-75cc-4021-b603-e86edc1517e2.jpg)
American launches Flagship Suites, retires Flagship First
Flagship First Class is dead. Long live the Flagship Suite. American Airlines will introduce a new Flagship Suite seat to its long haul fleet from 2024. With that move, the carrier's Flagship First class cabin will be no more.
Loyalty
![Rapid Rewards targets elites with A-List bonus activity](https://dxj7eshgz03ln.cloudfront.net/production/link/image/798004/twenty_by_nine_extra_large_82310eea-5c80-409c-82a7-c421d336518a.jpg)
Rapid Rewards targets elites with A-List bonus activity
Call it another sign that travel habits shifted over the past couple years. Southwest Airlines has run, in quick succession, a pair of promotions seeking to boost its Rapid Rewards loyalty program with elite status for 2023 now easier to come by. The moves come despite a general return of travel and strong revenue numbers in recent months.
Other Industry News
![Biden administration seeks new rules on airline fee disclosures](https://dxj7eshgz03ln.cloudfront.net/production/link/image/799514/twenty_by_nine_extra_large_bba0838a-c13d-4487-847b-490536dfbb03.jpg)
Biden administration seeks new rules on airline fee disclosures
A proposed rule would require airlines and online travel agencies to disclose fees like those for advanced seat selection, checked baggage and other add-ons.
![All-electric Eviation Alice takes 1st flight \\](https://dxj7eshgz03ln.cloudfront.net/production/link/image/799512/twenty_by_nine_extra_large_8d7cb439-d875-4bc0-b1f3-30418afa3063.png)
All-electric Eviation Alice takes 1st flight \\
The battery-powered Eviation Alice has flown for the first time. The nine-seat aircraft, powered by twin electric propeller motors assembled by Eviation’s sister company, magniX, rotated up and took off into a sky hazy from forest fires shortly after sunrise in the Pacific Time Zone, a little after 7 a.m.