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• Seth Miller
LATAM has selected Quvia’s inflight connectivity (IFC) system performance monitoring solution for deployment across its connected fleet. The system gives the airline visibility into how onboard internet performs, extending Quvia’s presence in the airline market.
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LATAM has selected Quvia’s inflight connectivity (IFC) system performance monitoring solution for deployment across its connected fleet. The system gives the airline visibility into how onboard internet performs, extending Quvia’s presence in the airline market.
Aeroitalia has named QuiverTree Media its exclusive advertising agency, tasking the company with developing inflight advertising and sponsorship opportunities. The appointment gives the airline a dedicated partner for commercial opportunities tied to its onboard environment.
Finnair has chosen SES to provide in-flight internet for the 18 Embraer E195-E2s it has ordered. The selection offers another detail of the aircraft’s planned configuration as the airline prepares to add the new regional jets to its fleet.
British Airways will not renew its contract with an independent service that reviews rejected passenger compensation claims and can require the airline to pay. The service made BA pay £5 million in compensation in one year, including in cases where the airline believed compensation was not due.
Three new deployments by AirFi and Moment show wireless in-flight entertainment reaching aircraft of different sizes and route networks. The announcements underscore the applicability of wireless IFE across varied operating contexts, though the available details do not specify the aircraft, operators or routes involved.
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JetBlue is increasing checked-bag fees across much of its network, with some first-bag charges reaching $70; the new pricing takes effect Nov. 3. The move follows earlier increases and comes as higher fuel costs pressure airline profitability, while the reports differ on how many times the carrier has raised fees this year.
British Airways is reintroducing meal pre-orders on a small number of select services as it beta tests the system. The airline has not confirmed when it will expand availability, leaving the broader rollout date unclear despite the service arriving more than three years later than planned.
Singapore Airlines plans to introduce upgraded KrisWorld entertainment features and high-speed Starlink Wi-Fi on selected aircraft in 2027. The announcement links a cabin entertainment refresh with expanded onboard connectivity, though the airline has not specified which aircraft will receive the upgrades.
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