ANA Makes Its Dreamliner Experience Stellar with Panasonic Live TV
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With the reveal of its new 787-9 R2-D2 livery, All Nippon Airways (ANA) promised the world more innovations as part of its new Star Wars campaign. It’s following through on that promise by providing passengers with stellar entertainment.
Japan’s largest airline has announced that its latest Dreamliner comes with the full suite of Panasonic’s in-flight entertainment, including its eXTV live television product and broadband service.
Passengers will have access to a host of live television channels during their flight including NHK World Premium, CNN and Sport 24. Passengers will also get to connect with friends and colleagues on the ground with the onboard Wi-Fi, and the 787-9 aircraft features Panasonic’s advanced eX3 IFE.
“Together, we have combined the world’s most advanced in-flight entertainment technology to offer a connected seatback experience that includes multiple channels of real-time news, the world’s most popular sporting events and other television programming. The result is a one-of-a-kind experience for their passengers.” – Paul Margis, Panasonic Avionics
“For years our passengers have enjoyed an incredible entertainment experience through our partnership with Panasonic, and with our new 787-9 aircraft, we wanted to elevate this experience to a whole new level,” says Koji Oka, director of Products and Services Strategy for ANA. “With a powerful mix of early window content, live television and international Wi-Fi, we’re setting a new standard for air travel, and we are proud to partner with Panasonic.”
The airline also recently introduced new economy seating on its domestic fleet, manufactured by Toyota Boshoku. It has promised additional surprises as the Star Wars campaign gets underway.
“ANA’s goal was to create something truly unique for their passengers,” says Panasonic Avionics corporation president and chief executive officer Paul Margis. “Together, we have combined the world’s most advanced in-flight entertainment technology to offer a connected seatback experience that includes multiple channels of real-time news, the world’s most popular sporting events and other television programming. The result is a one-of-a-kind experience for their passengers.”