This report has since been confirmed by Aer Lingus. The carrier's first Starlink-equipped A330 is now flying passengers. And the next aircraft is at the shop likely getting the hardware installed.
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Aer Lingus Activates First Starlink Aircraft The first Aer Lingus plane with Starlink's inflight internet returned to service this weekend. Passengers on the Dublin-JFK service Sunday (EI105) were the first to experience the system for the Irish carrier.

The first Aer Lingus plane with Starlink's inflight internet returned to service this weekend. Passengers on the Dublin-JFK service Sunday (EI105) were the first to experience the system for the Irish carrier.

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Press Release: Aer Lingus takes off with Starlink inflight Wi-Fi - Runway Girl Aer Lingus has equipped the first aircraft in its fleet with Starlink, delivering ultrafast, Wi-Fi to customers.

Aer Lingus passengers travelling from Dublin to New York JFK on flight EI105 today are the first to experience the carrier’s new Starlink inflight Wi-Fi. runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/03/pres... #paxex #pressrelease

From earlier this month ... already a distant memory:

QF F lounge at SYD and then AA F on a 77W back to the States.

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I understand the first #AerLingus aircraft to become operational with #Starlink will be Airbus A330 registration #EIEIN

It is scheduled to operate the Aer Lingus flight #EI105 today to New York JFK
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Breeze Airline food menu for premium snacks including "Olli Ambient Meat & Cheese" for $12

Ambient Meat & Cheese? If you open the box, is it just a meat and cheese fog?

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Awning to a small airport entrance, with signs for Allegiant and Breeze.

Empty entrance to an airport security screening, with plenty of staff.

No line, no waiting at Pease Airport this morning.

Helps that only ~70 pax are expected, and private security is still getting paid.

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SES meoSphere will be core to new MEO/LEO inflight connectivity - Runway Girl Planning to launch a next-gen MEO satellite network, dubbed meoSphere, SES intends to pair the service with LEO to power multi-orbit IFC.

Rapidly putting the wheels in motion to launch a next-generation MEO network, dubbed meoSphere, SES intends to pair the new service with LEO satcom to power multi-orbit MEO/LEO inflight connectivity for airlines, CEO Adel Al-Saleh revealed at SATShow 2026
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ZIPAIR Selects Axinom Stream to Power Streaming Inflight Entertainment Platform ZIPAIR's shift to Starlink for inflight internet comes with a push to add more streaming media content, licensed and managed by the carrier, for consumption on board, with Axinom Stream helping to power that service.

ZIPAIR's shift to Starlink for inflight internet comes with a push to add more streaming media content, licensed and managed by the carrier, for consumption on board, with Axinom Stream helping to power that service.

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CRJ-550 in the United hangar at LAX

First class luggage locker and seats on the CRJ-450

Extra-legroom Economy Plus seats on the CRJ-450 are navy with white and lighter blue stripes

United modified the overhead bin to be able to take full-size bags, pictured here.

United Airlines transforms devil’s chariot into premium CRJ-450

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Anuvu Boosts Inflight Connectivity for Turkish Airlines with Dedicated Space More than 100 Turkish Airlines planes will see their inflight internet performance upgraded thanks to the deployment of Anuvu's Dedicated Space technology.

More than 100 Turkish Airlines planes will see their inflight internet performance upgraded thanks to the deployment of Anuvu's Dedicated Space technology.

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Turkish Airlines Elevates Inflight Connectivity Performance with Anuvu’s Dedicated Space Technology

📢 #PaxEx PR | Anuvu has commenced with a substantial performance upgrade of inflight connectivity services on over 100 Turkish Airlines narrowbody aircraft.
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ZIPAIR Selects Axinom Stream to Power Next-Generation Onboard Streaming Platform | Axinom ZIPAIR selects Axinom Stream to deliver DRM-protected Hollywood content to passengers' personal devices on its long-haul fleet.

📢 #PaxEx PR | ZIPAIR and Axinom announced the airline’s selection of Axinom Stream to power its modern onboard streaming platform as part of its in-flight entertainment (IFE) offering.
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SalamAir Signs eSIM and e-Visa Partnership with Arcube SalamAir, Oman’s Low-Cost Carrier, has announced a strategic collaboration with Arcube, a UK-based travel-technology company, to launch eSIM and e-Visa services, reinforcing the airline’s commitment t...

📢 #PaxEx PR | SalamAir announced a strategic collaboration with Arcube, a Manchester, U.K., based travel-technology company, to launch eSIM and e-Visa services, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to enhancing passenger experience beyond the flight.
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Immfly, Wizz Air, and gateretail Launch Integrated Digital Cabin Ecosystem Immfly, Wizz Air, and gateretail launch an integrated digital cabin ecosystem combining onboard retail, connectivity, and real-time data to enhance passenger experience, boost revenue, and improve air...

📢 #PaxEx PR | Immfly, Wizz Air, and gateretail have launched an integrated digital cabin ecosystem that unifies onboard retail, passenger and crew connectivity, and operational data into a single platform.
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I know the 787’s dimmable windows get a lot of hate but I do love having the ability to dim them a bit to cut down on the IFE screen sun glare without having to completely close a physical blind.

I think it’s genuinely a great #PaxEx feature.

United's new single-aisle Polaris seat likely Adient's Altitude | PaxEx.Aero Who will manufacture the new Polaris single-aisle seat for United? All signs point to Adient, with United as the launch customer for the Altitude seat.

In September 2023 a patent application assignment and a few other key details suggestes United would install the Adient Altitude as its single-aisle Polaris seat.

That was finally confirmed this week with the official unveiling of the new Coastliner and A321XLR interiors.
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Wizz Air Brings Cabin Retail Online with Immfly, gateretail Integrated Digital Cabin Ecosystem | PaxEx.Aero Wizz Air's cabins now offer in-seat ordering and narrowband inflight connectivity, thanks to a digital ecosystem update backed by Immfly and gateretail.

Wizz Air's cabins now offer in-seat ordering and narrowband inflight connectivity, thanks to a digital ecosystem update backed by Immfly and gateretail.

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Porter Airlines Sets Montreal Expansion Schedule Porter Airlines will launch service from Montreal's newly rebuilt Metropolitan Airport on 15 June, rapidly expanding to more than double its service in the metro area.

Porter Airlines will launch service from Montreal's newly rebuilt Metropolitan Airport on 15 June, rapidly expanding to more than double its service in the metro area.



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Air Arabia debuts Panasonic Avionics multi-orbit IFC - Runway Girl UAE-based Air Arabia is now flying with Panasonic Avionics' Ku-band multi-orbit inflight connectivity solution.

Already a customer of Panasonic's wireless inflight entertainment system, Air Arabia is now flying with the firm's multi-orbit onboard connectivity solution. The A320 Family operator is among a cluster of carriers rolling out the high-speed solution. runwaygirlnetwork.com/2026/03/air-... #PaxEx

Digitizing borders could free up space to reimagine #PaxEx - Runway Girl Border control and lost baggage are the two remaining “pain points” when it comes to creating seamless air passenger journeys. But smart technology deployment and closer cooperation between airlines, ...

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SITA, IATA and Bangalore airport CEO weigh in

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Wizz Air Brings Cabin Retail Online with Immfly, gateretail Integrated Digital Cabin Ecosystem Wizz Air's cabins now offer ins-seat ordering and narrowband inflight connectivity, thanks to a digital ecosystem update backed by Immfly and gateretail.

Wizz Air's cabins now offer ins-seat ordering and narrowband inflight connectivity, thanks to a digital ecosystem update backed by Immfly and gateretail.

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✈️ At Safran Cabin, transforming the in-flight experience isn’t just talk – it’s measurable.

Visit us at #AIX2026 to meet the Revolution™ Toilet 🚾

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We're talking about United's new cabins a lot in this week's episode. Now available for Patreon supporters: www.patreon.com/posts/153792...

And on Thursday for everyone else: moredotsmorelines.com

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SES, K2 Space Plan meoSpace MEO Constellation Evolution A new generation MEO constellation is in the works for SES. The company will deploy meoSpace, targeting activation in 2030, as the follow-on to its O3b and mPower services.

A new generation MEO constellation is in the works for SES. The company will deploy meoSpace, targeting activation in 2030, as the follow-on to its O3b and mPower services.

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Op-Ed: Repeated government shutdowns normalize aviation instability - Runway Girl U.S. Government shutdowns disrupt airport operations and a variety of private businesses. Repeated shutdowns normalize instability.

Op-Ed: Repeated government shutdowns normalize aviation instability

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By Mohamed Yousuf, the CEO and founder of Smart Workforce AI. #PaxEx

TRENITALIA (FS GROUP) EXPANDS ITS FRECCIAROSSA FLEET: 74 NEW-GENERATION TRAINS BY 2031 Additional contract worth €260 million for nine new trains signed with Hitachi Rail

📢 #PaxEx PR | Trenitalia’s (FS Italiane Group) plan to renew its high-speed fleet continues, by signing a new contract with Hitachi Rail for the manufacture and supply of nine new-generation Frecciarossa trains.
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A closet at the front of the new United CRJ450 handles first class passenger bags, while the larger overheads in the back will help for economy class travelers.

Larger overhead bins and refreshed seating, including EconomyPlus, on offer in the back half of United's new CRJ450

Seven spots in the closet matches seven seats in the first class cabin on the new United CRJ450. But no overheads means no room for a briefcase/purse/backpack if you're in the bulkhead. Also note the misaligned seat rail support. (image via United)

Some better images of the new United CRJ450.

Seven spots in the closet matches seven seats in the first class cabin on the new United CRJ450. But no overheads means no room for a briefcase/purse/backpack if you're in the bulkhead.

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fuel or payload. Air New Zealand will be a launch customer for the upgrade, using the added flexibility for ultra-long-haul routes and increased cargo capacity.

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Once again, BA loves snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.

Last bags out from the flight. And on the wrong belt. *slow clap* #paxex