Connectivity
Virgin Atlantic Picks Starlink for IFC Renewal, Plans Premium Expansion
Virgin Atlantic will install the Starlink inflight internet service, bringing streaming levels of service to its entire fleet, part of a push that also includes interior retrofits and more premium seats on board.
paxex.aero
Aeromexico Brings WiFi to E190 Fleet with Viasat
Aeromexico is extending inflight connectivity to its Embraer E190 jets, extending its Viasat partnership.
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China Airlines Announces Free Inflight Wi-Fi
China Airlines will make permanent the promotional free Wi-Fi program it offers on board most of its fleet from 1 August 2025.
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FCC Grants Approval for SES/Intelsat Acquisition
The FCC approved SES’s acquisition of Intelsat on Friday, determining that the merger will create “a more vigorous satellite competitor.” This was the last major regulatory hurdle the pair needed to clear to move forward with their combination.
satellitetoday.com
PaxEx PR: Qatar Airways Completes Starlink Installation for Boeing 777s
With the 777 retrofit complete Qatar Airways is moving on to the A350 fleet for Starlink installations.
paxex.aero
Cabin Design
Emirates Celebrates Premium Economy Expansion, Despite Slow Progress
Emirates continues to celebrate the expansion of its Premium Economy offering, including three press releases so far this month. Yet aircraft retrofits appear to be progressing slower than expected, with no signs of improvement on the horizon.
paxex.aero
Other Industry News
Delta Strips Engines Off New Airbus Jets to Overcome US Shortage
Delta Air Lines Inc. has been cannibalizing new Airbus SE jets in Europe by stripping off their engines and using them to get grounded planes in the US back into service, as it seeks to overcome a shortage and avoid aircraft import tariffs.
bloomberg.com