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Alaska begins 787 proving flights to Europe ahead of Seattle–Rome launch

Alaska Airlines has begun operating empty Boeing 787 validation flights to Europe as it finalizes preparations for inaugural Seattle–Rome service. The non‑revenue proving runs are being used to validate aircraft systems, crew procedures and route operations ahead of commercial launch.

2026-04-09T11:19:42.081189-07:00

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Viasat outlines multi‑orbit IFEC roadmap with Amara launch as AIX 2026 convenes in Hamburg

2026-04-09T10:51:57.775856-07:00

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Delta, Southwest, American and Alaska raise checked‑bag fees as jet fuel costs climb

2026-04-09T06:17:21.588170-07:00

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Burrana installs RISE Power + PSS across Jetstar’s Boeing 787 fleet

2026-04-09T06:36:09.299304-07:00

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Alaska begins 787 proving flights to Europe ahead of Seattle–Rome launch Alaska Airlines has begun operating empty Boeing 787 validation flights to Europe as it finalizes preparations for inaugural Seattle–Rome service. The non‑revenue proving runs are being used to validate aircraft systems, crew procedures and route operations ahead of commercial launch.

2026-04-09T11:19:42.081189-07:00

Alaska begins 787 proving flights to Europe ahead of Seattle–Rome launch

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Viasat outlines multi‑orbit IFEC roadmap with Amara launch as AIX 2026 convenes in Hamburg Viasat has outlined a multi‑orbit inflight connectivity roadmap anchored by the upcoming Amara launch, and will present its strategy at Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) 2026 in Hamburg, April 14–16 — the show’s 25th anniversary as the global aircraft cabin marketplace to airline and OEM customers.

2026-04-09T10:51:57.775856-07:00

Viasat outlines multi‑orbit IFEC roadmap with Amara launch as AIX 2026 convenes in Hamburg

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Burrana installs RISE Power + PSS across Jetstar’s Boeing 787 fleet Burrana has completed fleetwide installation of its RISE Power + PSS solution across Jetstar's Boeing 787 fleet. The retrofit equips Jetstar's 787s with Burrana's integrated power distribution and passenger service system, standardizing cabin systems and supporting commonization across the carrier's widebody fleet.

2026-04-09T06:36:09.299304-07:00

Burrana installs RISE Power + PSS across Jetstar’s Boeing 787 fleet

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Delta, Southwest, American and Alaska raise checked‑bag fees as jet fuel costs climb Delta, Southwest, American and Alaska have announced increases to checked‑bag fees as U.S. carriers seek to pass rising jet‑fuel costs tied to escalating tensions in the Middle East onto travelers. American is raising first and second checked‑bag charges by $10 apiece; others have set similar hikes.

2026-04-09T06:17:21.588170-07:00

Delta, Southwest, American and Alaska raise checked‑bag fees as jet fuel costs climb

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AIX 2026 returns 14–16 April for its 25th edition with record participation, new zones and a passenger-experience push AIX returns 14–16 April 2026 for its 25th edition, billed by organisers as the "most ambitious" show yet. With record participation, new exhibition zones and a programme squarely focused on the future of passenger experience, AIX 2026 will be a milestone for cabin suppliers and airline product teams.

2026-04-09T05:36:13.004216-07:00

AIX 2026 returns 14–16 April for its 25th edition with record participation, new zones and a passenger-experience push

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Moment launches ISP-independent in‑flight Wi‑Fi portal to give airlines full control Moment has launched a next‑generation, ISP‑independent in‑flight Wi‑Fi portal designed to give airlines full control over onboard connectivity. The platform lets carriers govern connectivity services and passenger access independent of a single satellite ISP, aiming to centralize management and policy across fleets.

2026-04-09T05:06:53.040265-07:00

Moment launches ISP-independent in‑flight Wi‑Fi portal to give airlines full control

Cranky Flier

United's media day: small cabin changes, big customer-experience bet At a recent media day United showcased incremental cabin changes — translucent walls, onboard closets, snack bars and bigger TVs — arguing that the sum of such design-led tweaks alters passenger choice. The presentation positions these experience upgrades as tools to differentiate the product and unlock ancillary revenue.

2026-04-09T04:01:48.882805-07:00

United's media day: small cabin changes, big customer-experience bet

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SHD Composites, Safran-backed EcoSuite consortium develop lightweight sustainable materials for aircraft interiors SHD Composites has developed lightweight, sustainable materials and processes for EcoSuite, a UK consortium led by Safran Seats GB and including government, research and industry partners. The programme pairs UK innovation with Safran Group’s global engineering capability to reduce weight and lifecycle emissions of aircraft interiors.

2026-04-09T02:57:14.713349-07:00

SHD Composites, Safran-backed EcoSuite consortium develop lightweight sustainable materials for aircraft interiors

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Alaska begins 787 proving flights to Europe ahead of Seattle–Rome launch

Viasat outlines multi‑orbit IFEC roadmap with Amara launch as AIX 2026 convenes in Hamburg

Delta, Southwest, American and Alaska raise checked‑bag fees as jet fuel costs climb

Burrana installs RISE Power + PSS across Jetstar’s Boeing 787 fleet

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