Connectivity
Viasat doubles down on interoperability to address short, mid-term capacity challenges
Despite the troubles with its first flagship ViaSat-3 satellite, Viasat continues to maintain a positive outlook. Yes, the lack of capacity from the new satellite over the Americas is a problem. But for the next couple years that should only impact its terrestrial connectivity business, not the higher-margin mobility or government business lines.
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Gilat, Satcom Direct team for OneWeb BizAv ESA
Gilat and Satcom Direct have teamed to develop an electronically steered antenna (ESA) terminal for OneWeb connectivity as part of SD's Plane Simple antenna line, with availability expected in 2025.
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In-Flight Entertainment
Formula 1 launches in flight with Anuvu licensing deal
Looking to bring one of the most popular sports in the world on board? Airlines now have a second option for delivering extensive Formula 1 content on their inflight entertainment systems, thanks to a distribution agreement with Anuvu.
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JetBlue activates Peacock content on board
JetBlue passengers now have access to content from the Peacock streaming media service on board most flights.
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Cabin Design
Air India showcases new First & Business Class cabin products; to be installed on their Boeing 777-300ERs
Air India has unveiled the first look of their retrofitted 777s, however, the new seats will arrive on an aircraft a year from now. Here is how the new seats will look. The aircraft will carry the same number of passengers in a more premium configuration.
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Other Industry News
The see-saw remarketing of China’s 737 MAXes; Air India gets 55
Air India is taking 55 Boeing 737 MAXes originally built for Chinese airlines and lessors, part of the deal for 150 single-aisle aircraft signed earlier this year.
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Global Airlines’ questionable partnership claims continue
Global Airlines had a spectacular opportunity, with the travel media world in attendance as the carrier hosted its "Welcome Aboard" party in London on 28 July. Instead, CEO James Asquith took the opportunity to once again highlight a bunch of brands that Global Airlines does not yet have a formal partnership with.
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