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Starlux Upgrades Entire Fleet with Viasat's High-Speed In-Flight Connectivity

Taipei-based luxury carrier STARLUX is rolling out Viasat's advanced in-flight connectivity solution across its entire active fleet of 48 aircraft, including Airbus A330-900s, A321neos, A350-900, and A350-1000s. This move marks an expanded partnership, aiming to enhance passengers' connectivity experience.

2025-02-04T02:03:21.063120-08:00

Air Data News

KLM Integrates First Airbus A321neo, Retires Boeing 737s

2024-08-27T07:33:25.960791-07:00

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Delta Air Lines Rolls Out Free International Wi-Fi on Select Routes

2024-08-12T10:12:58.005069-07:00

PaxEx.Aero

ViaSat-3 F1 Boosts Inflight Wi-Fi Capacity for Hawaii Routes

2024-08-05T11:39:58.052150-07:00

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Via Satellite

Viasat Leverages SES O3b mPOWER for Offshore Energy in APAC Viasat Energy Services has deployed SES's advanced O3b mPOWER satellite technology to enhance connectivity for an offshore energy customer in the Asia-Pacific region. This deployment aims to improve operational efficiency and communication capabilities on the vessel, aligning with the growing need for reliable maritime solutions.

2025-02-21T11:14:53.330076-08:00

Viasat Leverages SES O3b mPOWER for Offshore Energy in APAC

Breaking Defense

SDA Recompetes 10-Satellite Award Following Viasat Suit The recompete process for the 10-satellite contract initially awarded to Tyvak will be overseen by officials uninvolved in the previous awards. No schedule is given for the new bidding, as it addresses legal challenges posed by Viasat.

2025-02-21T06:40:22.364341-08:00

SDA Recompetes 10-Satellite Award Following Viasat Suit

Via Satellite

Viasat Sees Strong Aviation Growth, Targets Maritime Recovery by FY26 Viasat reported a 13% increase in commercial aviation aircraft in service, reaching approximately 3,950. While its aviation segment shows robust momentum, the company plans to rejuvenate its maritime business, aiming for a return to growth in fiscal 2026.

2025-02-07T14:11:43.803923-08:00

Viasat Sees Strong Aviation Growth, Targets Maritime Recovery by FY26

SpaceNews.com

ThinKom and Boeing Demonstrate High-Speed SATCOM for Military Use ThinKom's low-profile GT 2517 antenna system integrated with Boeing modems utilizes Viasat's satellite network to provide high-speed, efficient SATCOM solutions, enhancing military aircraft communication capabilities. The demonstration showcases advancements in spectral efficiency, SWaP, and aerodynamics.

2025-02-05T06:04:29.984506-08:00

ThinKom and Boeing Demonstrate High-Speed SATCOM for Military Use

Runway Girl

Starlux Upgrades Entire Fleet with Viasat's High-Speed In-Flight Connectivity Taipei-based luxury carrier STARLUX is rolling out Viasat's advanced in-flight connectivity solution across its entire active fleet of 48 aircraft, including Airbus A330-900s, A321neos, A350-900, and A350-1000s. This move marks an expanded partnership, aiming to enhance passengers' connectivity experience.

2025-02-04T02:03:21.063120-08:00

Starlux Upgrades Entire Fleet with Viasat's High-Speed In-Flight Connectivity

SpaceNews.com

U.S. Space Force Awards $3.5M Task Order to Viasat for PLEO Satcom Services Viasat has secured a $3.5 million contract to deliver satellite communications services via the Proliferated Low Earth Orbit network, supporting Department of Defense missions. This task order represents Viasat's inaugural win under the U.S. Space Force’s PLEO contract framework.

2025-02-03T05:06:00.752018-08:00

U.S. Space Force Awards $3.5M Task Order to Viasat for PLEO Satcom Services

Via Satellite

ESA and Viasat Collaborate on D2D Satellite Connectivity Initiative The European Space Agency and Viasat have partnered to explore direct-to-device satellite systems, potentially utilizing a LEO network for seamless mobile broadband connectivity. This collaboration aims to enhance global access to high-speed internet through satellite technology.

2025-01-28T12:47:08.983445-08:00

ESA and Viasat Collaborate on D2D Satellite Connectivity Initiative

Breaking Defense

DoD Probes SDA Head Tournear Amid Viasat Contract Protest Derek Tournear, head of the Space Development Agency, is under investigation by the Department of Defense following allegations of irregularities in awarding $424 million in prototype contracts. Sources suggest deviations from standard contracting procedures may have occurred.

2025-01-22T13:40:57.926970-08:00

DoD Probes SDA Head Tournear Amid Viasat Contract Protest