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KLM Celebrates 105 Years: A Legacy of Aviation and Miniature Marvels
October 8, 2024  | Written by Dirk Singer
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As KLM Royal Dutch Airlines marked its 105th anniversary on October 7, 2024, the world’s oldest airline operating under its original name continued a unique tradition: the unveiling of its annual Delft Blue miniature house. The 105th House: A Triple Canal Treasure This year’s miniature, the 105th in the collection, replicates “The House on the […]

Multi-Orbit Satellite Connectivity Reshapes In-Flight Communications Landscape
October 7, 2024  | Written by APEX Staff
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The in-flight connectivity (IFC) market is undergoing a significant transformation as airlines increasingly seek flexible, high-performance solutions to meet growing passenger demands. With the emergence of multi-orbit satellite constellations combining Geostationary (GEO), Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, the industry is witnessing a shift towards more adaptable and powerful connectivity options. […]

Lightweight, Instant Inflight Connectivity Revolutionizes Airline Possibilities
October 4, 2024  | Written by APEX Staff
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Low-cost carriers (LCCs) and airlines that lack inflight connectivity are increasingly embracing streamlined inflight connectivity (IFC) solutions. These systems offer essential services like messaging without the high costs and operational challenges of traditional high-bandwidth setups. Airlines increasingly see value in these technologies, which balance passenger demand with the need to maintain slim profit margins. “Inflight […]

Joan Filippini to Receive APEX Lifetime Achievement Award at APEX/IFSA Global EXPO
October 3, 2024  | Written by APEX Staff
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Joan Filippini, Senior Vice President of Non-Theatrical Sales at Paramount Pictures, will be honored with the APEX Lifetime Achievement Award at the APEX/IFSA Global EXPO on Wednesday, October 30, at 6 p.m. at the Long Beach Convention Center. The award recognizes her outstanding contributions to the in-flight entertainment (IFE) industry and her influential leadership within […]

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian Discusses Innovations in Customer Experience at ACI Summit in Atlanta
September 26, 2024  | Written by APEX Staff
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Yesterday at the ACI Customer Experience Summit and Exhibition 2024 in Atlanta, Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian shared significant insights into the airline’s advancements in enhancing passenger experience through technology. In an engaging one-on-one session with CNN en Español anchor Gabriela Frias, hosted by Airports Council International (ACI), Bastian detailed Delta’s strategy for integrating […]

Canadian Government’s Proposed $790 Complaint Fee: An Unjust Burden on Passengers and Airlines
September 20, 2024  | Written by Joe Leader
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The Canadian government’s new proposal to charge airlines CAD $1,000 (USD $790) per passenger complaint filed with the Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) represents an outrageous step backward for consumers and the aviation industry. This policy, if enacted, will result in higher airfares and greater financial strain on passengers. The irony is that passengers, already taxed […]

SAS with SkyTeam Announces Major Business Class Expansion for 2025 Along with 15 New Destinations
September 18, 2024  | Written by APEX Staff
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In a monumental step for global aviation, SAS highlighted their September 1 joining of the SkyTeam alliance during an eagerly anticipated event in Copenhagen. With over 200 industry leaders, media, and key airline executives in attendance, SAS revealed plans to significantly expand its business class offerings in 2025—a move set to redefine the Scandinavian airline’s […]

Heart Aerospace Unveils Electric Aircraft Demonstrator: Potential Impacts on Regional Aviation and Passenger Experience
September 12, 2024  | Written by Dirk Singer
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Swedish startup Heart Aerospace today unveiled its first full-scale electric aircraft demonstrator, the Heart X1, marking a significant milestone in developing its ES-30 hybrid-electric regional aircraft. The unveiling took place at the company’s Hangar Day event in Gothenburg, Sweden, showcasing a 32-meter wingspan aircraft that serves as a precursor to the 30-seat ES-30, scheduled to […]

Letronics Lift Aims to Prevent Boarding Injuries for Disabled Passengers
September 6, 2024  | Written by APEX Staff
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The risks disabled passengers face during boarding were thrust into the spotlight when BBC journalist Frank Gardner, a wheelchair user, was dropped by airline staff. The incident left Gardner with injuries and a humiliating experience, sparking calls for improved accessibility in aviation​. Unfortunately, such incidents are not isolated. In a world where safety and dignity […]

APEX Appoints Antonio Penim as Airline Engagement Director to Strengthen Global Airline Advancement
September 4, 2024  | Written by APEX Staff
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WASHINGTON, DC – APEX (Airline Passenger Experience Association) announced the appointment of Antonio Penim as its new Airline Engagement Director, reinforcing the organization’s ongoing commitment to advancing the global airline passenger experience. Antonio Penim, a recognized leader in In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC), emerged as one of the final 10 original candidates for the APEX […]