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IFE Evolution: Moving to Connected Journey Experiences
October 29, 2024  | Written by Dirk Singer
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The latest Inflight Entertainment (IFE) trends reveal a significant shift from traditional content delivery to sophisticated, psychology-driven passenger experiences. This was the outcome of a panel discussion at APEX Global EXPO, moderated by Maryann Simpson, Director at Jetway Communications, which featured insights from three airline IFE leaders: Dominic Green, Director of In-Flight Entertainment at United […]

Breeze Airways’ Path to Profitability: Balancing Premium Service with Low-Cost Operations
 | Written by Dirk Singer
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In an interview at APEX-IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, Breeze Airways‘ Chief Guest Officer Fiona Kiesel outlined how the airline is rethinking the low-cost carrier model while achieving its first profitable quarter in 2024. Speaking with APEX CEO Dr. Joe Leader, Kiesel detailed the airline’s approach to combining premium service with cost-effective operations. “We’re […]

Air Canada’s Digital Vision: AI-Powered Personalisation Takes Center Stage at APEX
October 28, 2024  | Written by Dirk Singer
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In the opening session at APEX Global EXPO in Long Beach, Air Canada’s President and CEO Michael Rousseau outlined an ambitious technological transformation strategy, positioning artificial intelligence at the core of the airline’s future passenger experience. Speaking with BBC presenter Michelle Fleury, Rousseau detailed Air Canada’s AI commitment, with over 75 people working full-time on […]

Spirit Airlines CCO Outlines Transformation Strategy 
 | Written by Dirk Singer
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Spirit Airlines‘ Chief Commercial Officer Matthew Klein provided insights into the carrier’s strategic transformation and future outlook during a discussion with APEX CEO Dr. Joe Leader at the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO in Long Beach, California. Spirit has embarked on a significant operational and brand transformation following the blocked JetBlue merger earlier this year and ongoing […]

Riyadh Air Unveils Next-Generation IFE Strategy
 | Written by Dirk Singer
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Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new airline, has detailed its comprehensive in-flight entertainment (IFE) strategy. It positions itself as a digitally native carrier focused on personalised passenger experience. Speaking at the APEX IFSA EXPO in Long Beach, Anton Vidgen, Vice President of Guest Experience, revealed the airline has selected Panasonic’s Astrova system as its IFE platform. […]

Oman Air Sets Course for Sustainable Growth, Eyes Australian Market
 | Written by Dirk Singer
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In a wide-ranging interview with BBC presenter Michelle Fleury at the APEX IFSA Global EXPO, Oman Air CEO Con Korfiatis revealed the airline’s strategic vision, highlighting its unique position in the competitive Middle Eastern aviation landscape while emphasising sustainability initiatives and unexpected market opportunities in Australia. In the discussion, Korfiatis outlined how Oman Air, the […]

Qatar Airways Signs Agreement with Thales to Equip A321 NX Fleet with Award-Winning FlytEDGE IFE System
 | Written by Dirk Singer
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Qatar Airways and Thales today announced an agreement to equip the airline’s new A321 NX fleet with FlytEDGE, the world’s first cloud-native inflight entertainment platform. The Crystal Cabin® award-winning system will support Qatar Airways’ digital transformation journey, promising unprecedented levels of personalization and passenger entertainment. As the launch customer for FlytEDGE, Qatar Airways builds upon […]

Industry Leaders Convene at APEX/IFSA Global EXPO
October 27, 2024  | Written by Dirk Singer
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Airline chief executives and senior leaders from across the globe are set to gather in Long Beach tomorrow (28 October) for the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO. The three-day event will address the evolving landscape of passenger experience, featuring an unprecedented lineup of aviation decision-makers. Leading the executive roster are Benjamin Smith of Air France-KLM, Michael Rousseau […]

Qatar Airways’ First Starlink Flight Marks a New Era in Inflight Connectivity
October 23, 2024  | Written by Dirk Singer & Joe Leader
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Qatar Airways successfully launched its first-ever flight equipped with Starlink high-speed internet, signaling a major advancement in passenger experience. Qatar Airways set a new industry benchmark with the launch of its first-ever flight equipped with SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service, transforming the in-flight connectivity experience for passengers. Flight QR1, which departed from Doha to London […]