Connectivity
Scratch that ESA from the market, at least for now
With Astronics cutting exposure to the inflight connectivity antenna business some commercial aircraft products are likely looking for new partners. That's bad news for airlines hoping to see new tech flying soon.
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In-Flight Entertainment
United adds streaming IFE to E145s, shifts regional operator partnerships
The Embraer E145 inflight experience is set to improve on United Airlines. The carrier will add streaming IFE on board, helping keep passengers entertained on its smallest aircraft.
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Cabin Design
Vistara takes delivery of first 787-9, plans long-haul expansion
India’s Vistara took delivery of its first Boeing 787-9 twin-aisle jet over the weekend, kicking off its expansion into long-haul service.
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New month, new snacks and drinks coming to JetBlue, United, Delta
As the new month starts some passengers will have new snack options on board their flights. Both JetBlue and United Airlines plan updates to their complimentary inflight snack rotations, while Delta Air Lines is switching up the beverage cart beginning in March 2020.
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Other Industry News
A Recipe for Coronavirus Panic That Is Very Bad News for Airlines
Demand is rapidly shrinking as companies and individuals alike shun travel in hopes of stemming a pandemic. And there's a decent chance not all of the concern is justified, but it remains present. Another biting look from Cranky Flier this week.
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Silver Airways plans ATR expansion in the Caribbean
Silver Airways has big plans for its Caribbean flight network. The carrier intends to increase capacity from its San Juan hub to destinations across the region as it shifts its Saab 340 fleet out of the islands, replacing them with larger ATR turboprops.
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Delta Air Lines aims to add Flybe as codeshare partner
What's next in the codeshare world for Delta Air Lines? Based on recent regulatory filings it appears that adding UK-based regional carrier Flybe should happen soon. A recent DOT application seeks blanket approval for at least two years.
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