Aireon, a subsidiary of Iridium Communications, has signed an MOU with Air Traffic Control the Netherlands (LVNL), the Dutch Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP), to improve efficiency in the Amsterdam Flight Information Region (FIR), including the North Sea.

Research released by satellite communications provider Inmarsat shows growing demand for inflight Wi-Fi, with 60% of passengers regarding the service as “a necessity, not a luxury.”

Sky-Tiles can be replaced in pieces averaging 26 inches long, vs. 10 feet or more for traditional aircraft carpet that is damaged or worn out.

US technology firm Panasonic Avionics is to double the number of TV channels available through its eXTV live television service, as the connected aircraft continues to change the way airlines offer inflight entertainment (IFE).

The aviation industry is changing the world by changing the way people travel—making it safer, easier and more enjoyable for people to connect with friends, family and colleagues wherever they are. And it’s going to get even better.

The lavatory is becoming a focal point for finding additional weight-savings and cabin space, not to mention reduced maintenance.

Qatar Airways is to unveil its anticipated new patented Business Class experience on the opening day of ITB Berlin tomorrow.

Royal Jordanian Airbus A319 that was en route from Amman to Doha early this morning returned to Amman an hour after take-off due to an overheated oven that resulted in a smell of electrical smoke in the galley area.