Connectivity
Product Over Politics: SAS Doubles Down on Starlink IFC
SAS recently selected Starlink's inflight internet offering for its full fleet. The carrier is keeping to that commitment, despite the political challenges associated with that choice.
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EchoStar Shares Plunge Amid FCC Investigation and Missed Interest Payment
EchoStar missed an interest payment related to some spectrum last week.
Hughes' VP Aviation Reza Rasoulian says it won't impact the #IFEC program: “The inflight business at Hughes is an entirely separate business unit from the Boost mobile network. Any spectrum or related activities at Boost mobile will not impact our in-flight performance or deliveries to our airline customers.”
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Viasat’s JetXP Boosts Middle East, South America Capacity
Viasat's transition to the JetXP brand continues to gain momentum, building on the integration of the Inmarsat business aviation segment.
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Cabin Design
United Launches Polaris Studio, Refreshed 787-9 Cabin
After a year of teasing we now know United Airlines' plan for the next generation of the Polaris business class cabin. And a new "Studio" extra premium up-sell is part of the play.
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Legs Win Over Shoulders in Spirit Airlines Go Comfy Revamp
Legs or shoulders? Spirit Airlines will adjust its recently introduced Go Comfy seating option over the next couple months, adding legroom while taking away the blocked middle seat.
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Exploring American Airlines’ new 787-9P Cabin
With service starting this week American Airlines invited some media to DFW to take a look at the new 787-9P layout. So, how do the three (and a half?) new cabins stack up??
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Loyalty
JetBlue, Dunkin’ Team for Livery, Loyalty Promo
It is bold. It is bright. And the new JetBlue/Dunkin' crossover livery is much more than just a painted plane.
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United, JetBlue team for "Blue Sky" future
United Airlines and JetBlue are teaming up, linking their route networks, frequent flyer programs, and technology stacks.
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Other Industry News
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#27: A Short History of "The FAA Has Staffing Issues"
Lots of folks have had lots of thoughts on FAA staffing recently. Here are some more...
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