Aviation Week
• Chen Chuanren
The airline’s new business- and first-class products will debut on 41 Airbus A350-900 long-haul and ultra-long-range aircraft in the second half of 2027, ahead of the Boeing 777-9’s arrival. Singapore Airlines also disclosed the new 777-9 cabin configuration and said it does not expect to retrofit its A380s.
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KM Malta Airlines is preparing to sign its 12th codeshare agreement, making partnerships a central part of its strategy against no-frills competitors. The successor to Air Malta says codeshares contribute a quarter of its revenue, while investment in customer experience is another part of its competitive approach.
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The airline’s new business- and first-class products will debut on 41 Airbus A350-900 long-haul and ultra-long-range aircraft in the second half of 2027, ahead of the Boeing 777-9’s arrival. Singapore Airlines also disclosed the new 777-9 cabin configuration and said it does not expect to retrofit its A380s.
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.
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