Market optimism, antenna debates as the first regional jets get a Wi-Fi upgrade
Major optimism from suppliers as the first regional jet WiFi upgrades are set for installation. But there's still lots of debate as to which solution...
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Alaska Airlines picks Intelsat for E175 streaming WiFi upgrade
Alaska Airlines will offer "streaming fast" Wi-Fi on its E175 fleet, beginning in 2024. The carrier plans to upgrade those aircraft, extending its longstanding partnership...
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Is Allegiant ready to add inflight WiFi?
Little by little, the Allegiant passenger experience is changing. Newer planes and extra legroom on board came along over the past few years. And with...
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Intelsat goes multi-orbit with OneWeb LEO option for airlines
Commercial airlines will soon have another option for in-flight connectivity (IFC) delivered via low earth orbit (LEO) satellites. Intelsat secured a global distribution partnership with...
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Dash 8 adds IFE/C with Starlink option
In-flight WiFi connectivity is coming to the turboprop market. De Havilland Aircraft announced a series of enhancements to its Dash 8-400 offering, including integration of...
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Carlisle, Gilat partner for ESA mount kit
When Gilat Satellite Networks brings its new electronically steered antenna (ESA) solutions to the commercial aviation market, they'll be mounted on an Integrated Adapter Plate...
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OneWeb secures antenna, investment with Hanwha Systems
Each of OneWeb's post-bankruptcy investors plays a strategic role in the company's future. Last week's news of a new partner keeps that streak alive, as...
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NXTCOMM validates antenna design, sets sights on scale
Transitioning from proof-of-concept to at-scale manufacturing brings many challenges. NXTCOMM is ready to face those down as it plans to deliver its phased array antenna...
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NXTCOMM boosts antenna development, certification leadership
How important is hardware certification for an in-flight connectivity antenna manufacturer? At ESA upstart NXTCOMM the newly hired VP of Aero Structures and Certification will...
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NXTCOMM set for ESA testing and more with Eutelsat contract
Of course you need satellite capacity to test a new antenna solution, so signing a contract for that isn't particularly surprising. But the vision NXTCONN...