Has the LCC Market Finally Reached a Tipping Point for In-Flight Connectivity?

For years, the low-cost carrier (LCC) market has represented one of the aviation industry’s greatest untapped opportunities for in-flight connectivity (IFC). While full-service airlines steadily invested in onboard Wi-Fi to enhance the passenger experience, many LCCs remained unconvinced. High installation costs, uncertain monetisation and an absence of competitive pressure meant that connectivity was often viewed…

New airlines launched in 2021 are investing in new aircraft cabin technology

Airlines Born in the Post-COVID World are Embracing Digitalisation

In spite of challenging market conditions, a considerable number of new airlines have launched during 2021. Many are embracing aircraft digitalisation to get passengers flying again. Valour Consultancy examines some of the recently announced airline technology partnerships. The COVID-19 pandemic still looms large over the commercial aviation sector, with many airlines now looking to 2022…

Wireless in-flight entertainment

Narrow-body Market Presents Huge Opportunity for W-IFE

A new report from award-winning provider of market intelligence services, Valour Consultancy, suggests that wireless in-flight entertainment (W-IFE) will be installed on almost three-quarters of the global narrow-body fleet by 2030, up from just over a third today. The report, “The Future of in-Flight Entertainment – 2021 Edition,” shows that although wireless in-flight entertainment installs…