Mobile satellite communications specialist Inmarsat has announced the first of its Global Xpress satellites—designated Inmarsat-5 F1—has traveled from California to the launch site in Kazakhstan.

Mobile OnAir and Internet OnAir will go into commercial service on Saudia's latest Boeing777-300ER aircraft later this week.

[UPDATED] FAA has decided to allow airline passengers to use portable electronic devices (PEDs)—including being online via Wi-Fi—“during all phases of flight,” the agency said Thursday.

Air France’s recent unveiling in Paris of a new coach class seat and other onboard enhancements is emblematic of the airline’s long-term strategic plan to better compete against domestic and international carriers in a tough operating environment.

Geneva-based OnAir has announced three major deals with MENA-based airlines for inflight connectivity at the Aircraft Interiors Expo in Hamburg.

Saudi Arabia's flag carrier Saudia is expanding its inflight connectivity programme on routes between the Kingdom and most of Saudia worldwide destinations.

Thai budget carrier Nok Air is planning to install Wi-Fi on its fleet, as both easyJet and Ryanair continue to closely monitor market developments.

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