United Airlines has broadened its in-flight audio entertainment selection with the introduction of Microsoft's Zune premium digital service on all its aircraft.
The US major in a statement says customers can now access up to 21 separate playlists programmed by Zune, including familiar channels such as classic rock, contemporary pop and classical, as well as new options such as 'soundtracks', electronic dance, opera and piano jazz.
Customers may also continue to listen to live communication between the flight deck and air traffic control through United's unique "From the Flight Deck" audio on Channel 9, says the carrier.
"We are excited about this collaboration, which will allow millions of United customers to experience Zune and discover new music through select Zune custom playlists from top artists," says Dave McLauchlan, senior business development manager at Microsoft.
Full channel line-ups can be found in United's in-flight magazine, Hemispheres.
Source: Air Transport Intelligence news
