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Oman Selects Airbus OneSat for First National Satellite
December 2, 2025  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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Oman has selected Airbus OneSat for the country’s first national telecommunications satellite, which will service the mobility sector, among others. The agreement places Space Communication Technologies (SCT), Oman’s national satellite operator, at the center of a long-term plan to build flexible, high-capacity communications services for both public and private users. With OmanSat-1, Oman positions itself […]

Turkish Airlines Teams Up With Samsung to Launch Smart Tagged Baggage Service
 | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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​​On Monday, Turkish Airlines announced the introduction of a new Smart Tagged Baggage service developed in partnership with Samsung that gives passengers a more accurate and convenient way to track their bags in real time. The carrier is the global launch airline for SmartThings technologies in baggage handling, raising the bar for the passenger experience. […]

MIA Works with SITA to Enable Faster International Arrivals
November 27, 2025  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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Miami International Airport (MIA) has worked with SITA and US Customs and Border Protection (US CBP) to introduce what it claims is the country’s largest automated passport screening system. The new Enhanced Passenger Processing system (EPP) uses SITA’s facial recognition technology to speed up and improve the arrivals experience. Faster Arrivals Means Less Time Waiting […]

Bluebox Partners with Hong Kong Airlines for Wireless IFE
November 26, 2025  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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Hong Kong Airlines (HKA) is introducing wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE) for the first time in partnership with Bluebox Aviation Systems. The latter’s Blueview system, now available on select Airbus A330 and A320 aircraft, enables passengers to stream entertainment directly to their personal electronic devices. The move is part of a broader investment by HKA across […]

ANA Elevates Passenger Experience With Expanded IFE Streaming Line-Up
 | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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All Nippon Airways (ANA) has announced a major refresh of its in-flight entertainment (IFE) content that brings streaming culture directly into the cabin. Beginning December 2025, travelers will see a broader mix of global hits, regional favorites, and short films available thanks to ANA’s work with West Entertainment, its long-time content management partner. A New […]

Pittsburgh’s New Terminal Redefines the Passenger Journey
November 20, 2025  | Written by Joshua Kupietzky
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On November 18, 2025, Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) opened its new terminal, ushering in a much-needed upgrade for travelers. The project focuses on faster flow-through, better comfort, and an experience built around how people actually travel today. Construction of the US$1.7 billion facility began in 2019 and has taken more than five years to complete. […]