Connectivity
Money or Megabits? Making the case for connectivity business models
Is there a compelling difference between the technologies providing inflight connectivity today? Or is it all about the business case for airlines? LEO v GEO debates continue, while monetization talk continues to shape decisions.
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Seamless Air Alliance launches “Viper” QoE monitoring
The Seamless Air Alliance is moving beyond defining standards into developing a monitoring service, dubbed Viper, to help its member airlines track the quality of the internet experience on board.
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In-Flight Entertainment
AERQ ends IFE play
AERQ is halting operations after five years of work to develop a new IFE (and "Cabin Digital Platform") solution.
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FlightAware News and Announcements
FlightPath3D will incorporate FlightAware’s global aircraft ADS-B positions and flight status data to power new applications.
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Cabin Design
JetZero seeks comfy cabins, fuel efficiency with blended wing design
The JetZero team believes it can deliver a truly revolutionary product, more spacious for passengers and more efficient for airlines. But, also, a notable lack of windows on board.
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A Tale of Two Turks: Flight-testing the 777 and A350 Business Class on Turkish Airlines
The varied fleet of Turkish Airlines means passengers can have a significantly different experience on board, especially in business class. Here's a look at the A350 and 777 side-by-side.
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Loyalty
Alaska Airlines adds local benefits in Hawai’i
Alaska Airlines has a strong history of benefits for locals in its namesake state. Now that's extending to Hawai'i with the new Huaka‘i by Hawaiian offering.
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Other Industry News
AI Hot Takes: Checking in from APEX EXPO
Questions about Artificial Intelligence were at the forefront of APEX EXPO. Impressions of what GenAI can actually deliver, however, appeared disconnected from reality.
paxex.aero
Checking in with Mark Nasr on Air Canada’s NDC Journey (Across the Aisle)
A great conversation about how NDC is progressing at Air Canada, and what's next for the company's corporate bookings platform.
crankyflier.com