All Latin America articles – Page 65
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AIX: Gogo prepares for 'massive change' in satellite connectivity market
With the satellite-based in-flight connectivity market is going through “massive change", Gogo is feeling happy about its decision to remain technology-agnostic – a strategy it believes will enable it to provide airlines with greater flexibility as equipment evolves.
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AIX: Gategroup aims to transform airline retail through predictive analytics
Gategroup has teamed up with predictive analytics company Black Swan and Panasonic Avionics to develop a retail platform that will use passenger data to predict the types of food most likely to be ordered on different flights, allowing the right products to be loaded onto aircraft and reducing the amount ...
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AIX: Afrijet launches ATR Cabinstream IFE system
Gabonese carrier Afrijet has become the first ATR operator to employ the airframer’s Cabinstream IFE system.
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AIX: Inmarsat likens IFC benefits to moving from flip phone to smartphone
The opportunities available to airlines through the connected aircraft are “as transformational as moving from an old Nokia phone to a smartphone”, says Inmarsat Aviation senior vice-president strategy and business development Frederik Van Essen.
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AIX: Stratasys promises 3D printing the 'easy way'
For 3D printing systems master Stratasys, the key to getting customers airborne is getting them through the certification process. An Airbus A350 flies with about 1,000 parts printed from Stratasys materials – but as product leader and vice president Jim Orrock puts it, while smaller companies like aircraft interiors suppliers ...
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AIX: Acro wins A320 seat deal with Viva Air
UK seat maker Acro is to supply its Series 3 ST seat to Viva Air for the Latin American low-cost airline group’s 50-strong Airbus A320 order. It is Chinese-owned Acro’s first deal in the region and significant in that it is another line-fit contract for a company that has for ...
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AIX: K+N launches targeted logistics service for interiors sector
Transport and distribution giant Kuehne + Nagel has launched at AIX what it calls the “first end-to-end logistics solution” for interiors manufacturers, airlines and maintenance, repair and overhaul organisation working on aircraft refurbishments.
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AIX: Global Eagle launches wireless IFE system for regional aircraft
Global Eagle Entertainment has launched an all-in-one portable in-flight entertainment solution aimed at regional aircraft, which it says will enable large airlines to provide a consistent entertainment experience across their fleets and provide regional carriers with a low-cost IFE option.
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AIX: Airlines urged to boost passenger engagement
Customers have more choice and less patience than ever before – and they are increasingly eager to share their travel experiences with the world after a trip.
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AIX: Embraer and Widerøe reveal cabin details of first E190-E2
The newest interior on the block almost certainly belongs to Norwegian regional carrier Widerøe and its Embraer 190-E2, the first of the re-engined variant to be delivered.
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AIX: Design company aims to banish fear of flying with digital companion
Airline passengers of a nervous disposition could soon benefit from a newly-conceived digital travel companion that can anticipate their anxiety triggers and provide personalised coping techniques to help keep fears at bay throughout their flight.
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Copa suspends Venezuela flights
Copa Airlines has suspended flying to Venezuela as diplomatic tensions with Panama rise, leaving the South American country even more isolated by air.
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Avianca to launch Munich service on 16 November
Avianca will begin nonstop service from Bogota to Munich on 16 November, FlightGlobal schedules data show.
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Five US airlines tentatively secure new Havana frequencies
The US Department of Transportation has tentatively awarded five airlines additional frequencies to serve Havana, following a proceeding to hand out the rights that were given up by four US carriers.
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American adds new Argentina routes as it grows in Latin America
American Airlines will begin new service to Buenos Aires and Cordoba in Argentina from this winter, as it grows its already leading Latin America presence.
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ANALYSIS: How narrowbody operators make the connection with IFEC
The days of having to endure a long single-aisle airliner flight without in-flight entertainment or internet connectivity (IFEC) appear to be nearing their end – in certain parts of the world at least. Research by FlightGlobal shows an increasing number of operators offering passengers content – streamed to their own ...
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Aerolineas grounds 15 737s after hailstorm
Aerolineas Argentinas has grounded 15 Boeing 737 aircraft in its domestic and regional fleet, after the aircraft were damaged by a severe hailstorm on 14 March at Buenos Aires Aeroparque airport.
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ANALYSIS: Latin America shows signs of defence spending recovery
As military aircraft makers occupy the exhibit halls of the 19th FIDAE air show in Santiago, Chile, in early April, the focus of the Chilean air force's acquisitions staff is likely to be about 8,000 miles away, in a small city in southeastern Poland.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Saab continues refining Gripen Maritime
Saab is continuing to refine the design of its Gripen Maritime carrier-optimised fighter, as it eyes long-term possibilities for the proposed variant in Brazil and India.
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NewsEmbraer reports business jet revenue slide as outlook remains flat
Embraer Executive Jets recorded a 14% fall in revenues in 2017, as a result of an "unfavourable mix of aircraft deliveries". Although its performance is forecast to remain flat throughout 2018, the Brazilian airframer is upbeat about its prospects, as the market starts to turn a corner.