American Partners with Google on Contrail Avoidance
In a pioneering stride towards a greener aviation industry, American Airlines has unveiled the results of an unprecedented study on contrail avoidance.
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AirJapan Brings Bluebox IFE System Onboard
Air Japan has made the strategic decision to leverage the advanced features of Bluebox’s Blueview Onboard Retail and IFE. The Blueview digital services platform will be integrated into the airline’s Boeing B787 aircraft, elevating the in-flight experience.
The Future of Flat Panel Antennas: Shipments Set to Soar
According to a new study released by Valour Consultancy shipments of these next-generation antennas are projected to reach a staggering 100,000 units by 2030.
New United Domestic First Class Seat Unveiled
United Airlines is once again redefining air travel, announcing the release of a new domestic first class seat that sets the gold standard for in-flight comfort and technology. The upgrade brings together luxurious details and high-tech features, upgrading the passenger experience.
Baggage Mishandling Surges Post-Pandemic: Insights from SITA Baggage Report
As the global travel industry sees a remarkable recovery post-pandemic, a concerning trend has emerged — a significant spike in baggage mishandling. The latest SITA Baggage IT Insights report illuminates the increase, revealing that mishandled baggage rates surged by 74.7% in 2022, reaching 7.6 bags per thousand passengers.
Thales on Track to Dominate Avionics Market with the Acquisition of Cobham Aerospace Communications
The acquisition will pave the way for Thales to be at the forefront of the transition to connected cockpits. By the end of this decade, Thales, with its reinforced portfolio, will be ready to meet the secured connectivity needs of the aeronautical market.
Virgin Atlantic and Fetcherr Pioneer Generative Pricing Engine in Aviation Industry
Will AI decide your fares in future? Virgin Atlantic is charting a new course for the aviation industry through a strategic partnership with Fetcherr, an AI-native pricing optimization solution provider. This collaboration will see the implementation of Fetcherr’s cutting-edge Generative Pricing Engine (GPE), an innovative AI technology that optimizes operational…
How Google and the ICCT Plan to Help Airlines Meet their Sustainability Goals
As part of a significant stride towards fostering sustainable travel, Google has spearheaded the formation of an advisory committee to refine and augment Google’s Travel Impact Model (TIM). The search giant aims to offer travelers more precise flight emission estimates and advocate for environmentally-conscious travel decisions. The committee is an…
Sustainable Aviation Fuel made from H20 and CO2? Danish company plans to make it possible.
Revolutionizing the sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) landscape, Topsoe is spearheading the FrontFuel project. The venture promises the production of highly efficient SAF using CO2, water, and renewable electricity. To further this eco-friendly initiative, the Energy Technology Development and Demonstration Program (EUDP) was awarded Topsoe a grant of 26.9 million DKK…
IATA signs MoU with International Union of Railways to develop standards for intermodal travel
They will focus on specific areas which would add value for stakeholders and facilitate intermodal bookings.