Interiors & Connectivity

Avionics and software specialist Flyht says aspiring A320 operator Coral Jet is the launch customer of its third-generation avionics platform, while a previous version is about to enter service on China Express ARJ21s.

JETMS plans to turn the former RAS Completions and Interiors businesses into a UK-based direct rival to the big European completions houses.

Flying Colours, a Canadian-based refurbishment, completions and maintenance provider, is experiencing a “rebirth” in conversions of Bombardier CRJ 200 aircraft into corporate shuttles and VIP business aircraft.

If Airbus or its engine manufacturers had made a few changes, could the A380 have been a better-selling aircraft?

What’s the outlook for IFE? Will all airline passengers be able to stream with their own devices eventually?

Today’s QARs have evolved to provide airlines with better capability, capacity and connectivity.

New aircraft seat designs are being developed to better accommodate passengers with reduced mobility.

Thommen Aircraft Equipment has begun offering replacement services for CRT and first-generation LCD displays in legacy aircraft.

The Airbus subsidiary has launched a new aircraft floor panel product that can be cut to size on-site.

New designs and maintenance processes are improving onboard water and waste management systems.

A new generation of passenger aircraft is seeing a second life as cargo carriers.

Philippine Airlines and Qantas have contracted Airbus to help with cabin modifications and systems and airframe upgrades.

What’s in and what’s out for aircraft cabins.

Inflight entertainment providers are introducing new products to improve passenger experience and grow airline business opportunities.

Airlines and MROs are using only a fraction of available data. How can the industry overcome challenges in using data’s full potential?

The Canadian airline is upgrading avionics on its ATR 72 fleet as it grows its cargo and maintenance operations.

For thermal blankets, it’s lighter weight, longer life.

How the maintenance unit of Spanish airline Iberia is looking at new investments to grow its business.

Electronic tech log providers say more airlines are starting to deploy the technology across fleets to improve productivity and reduce costs, despite challenges in rolling out digitalization.

The regional airline is updating and replacing interiors for its entire Embraer ERJ 145 XR fleet.

How the Boeing 767’s long-term future will be shaped by the buoyant cargo market.

Avionics specialists are adding new products, equipment and repair capabilities to support a wider customer base.

The Moscow facility will specialize in maintenance and repairs of thermal acoustic insulation mats.

Starting at the end of 2022, Emirates will begin a significant retrofit program, adding premium-economy cabins to 105 of its twin-aisle aircraft, the airline said at Dubai Airshow.

The A330 cabin concept has been designed as an alternative to superyachts.