Panasonic Avionics

Panasonic Avionics announced at the Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) that Air Canada has begun running its Astrova IFEC system on one of its Airbus A321s.

Panasonic Avionics' connectivity system will enable an aircraft to switch from one low-Earth orbit satellite constellation to another.

Panasonic's eXNeo seatback display offers carriers with older in-service aircraft an IFE and connectivity system upgrade comparable to its Astrova platform.

Starlink and low-Earth-orbit competitors, such as Eutelsat’s Oneweb and Amazon Leo, have shaken the connectivity market with their low-latency internet.

Laser-based satellite-aircraft links gain traction for future inflight connectivity, offering higher speeds but facing cloud interference and high costs.

Panasonic Avionics, is developing a system capable of switching from one satellite constellation to another, including China’s planned Spacesail.

The MRO industry faces challenges in keeping pace with rapid advancements in connected aircraft cabins.

Inflight entertainment developers are focusing on greater capabilities and next-generation technologies.

At both the premium and low-cost ends of the spectrum, airlines and cabin designers are trying to customize their products.

The strong post-COVID-19 travel recovery has been generating expectations for accommodations in all cabin classes.

Panasonic Technical Services is opening a new line maintenance station in Riyadh to support airlines’ inflight entertainment needs.

The services division of the avionics giant is ramping up its line maintenance offerings and is planning to add further locations over the next year.

Evolving trends in aircraft cabin interiors, including sustainability considerations.

Next-gen cabin connectivity systems are focused on improved interaction with personal electronic devices and passenger engagement.

Saudia will retrofit cabins with Panasonic’s Astrova IFE system and collaborate with the OEM to develop new maintenance capabilities.

United Airlines is set to purchase nearly 300,000 Astrova seatback screens from Panasonic Avionics to bolster its inflight entertainment offering.