Connectivity
Leading with LEO
Add another airline to the collection looking at LEO for an inflight connectivity upgrade.
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Next-Gen MEO, LEO Coming from SES, Eutelsat with SpaceRISE Deal
A new generation of satellite connectivity is planned, with the European Union mostly footing the bill. SES, Eutelsat, and their IFC customers also stand to benefit from the program.
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SmartSky Slaps Gogo with Antitrust Claims
Four months after halting operations SmartSky filed a lawsuit against Gogo claiming "systematic anti-competitive practices destroyed competition for internet connectivity in business aviation" and seeking more than $1 billion in damages.
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In-Flight Entertainment
Emirates A350 flies a Surprise & Delight trip to Dammam
A couple hundred Emirates passengers received a special treat on Wednesday morning: They were the first to fly on the carrier's brand new A350.
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Cabin Design
Collins confirms Allegris seat delays
Multiple reports earlier this week tied delivery delays of Lufthansa's new 787 aircraft to certification challenges with the new Allegris business class seats for that aircraft. Collins Aerospace, the manufacturer of those seats, has now confirmed the delays.
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Loyalty
British Airways moves to revenue-based status tiers from 2025
Absolutely gutted the elite program here. Going revenue-based is not an unreasonable approach for a program. But these numbers are absurdly high. ‘based on member feedback’
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Other Industry News
Alaska Airlines "Banking" on Revamped Hub Plans for Profit, Growth
Operating a pair of hubs less than 200 miles apart can be incredibly challenging for airlines. Alaska Airlines has a plan, however, to make it work as it grows into its new global operations.
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Mind the gap: World first ‘pairwise’ separation standard to cut delays and emissions at Heathrow
A new way of separating arriving aircraft flying into Heathrow Airport will help boost on-time performance and cut carbon emissions, according to the air traffic service, NATS.
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