in-flight Archives

Hotels

The Hotel Wellness Strategies That Work

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast looks closer at hotels and wellness profits, Viator and GetYourGuide comps, and evolving in-flight entertainment.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 months ago

Airlines

In-Flight Entertainment Advances Provide Boost to Airlines

In-flight entertainment has long been a critical part of airlines' efforts to attract travelers, and the increasingly lucrative sector is poised to provide major carriers more opportunities to stand out from rivals.

Rashaad Jorden | 3 months ago

Online Travel

Intelsat Makes $400 Million Bid for Gogo’s In-Flight Wi-Fi Service From Bankruptcy

New owner Intelsat will need to invest in Gogo's internet services. Airline customers like Delta are impatient with Gogo's capacity to meet their needs.

Sean O'Neill, Skift | 3 years ago

Airlines

A Russian Airline Is Delivering Its Meals to Grounded Travelers Nostalgic for In-Flight Food

We're travel obsessives, but we don't miss airplane food. That said, we congratulate Ural Airlines on finding a way to make a few people smile with this marketing gimmick.

Gabrielle Tétrault-Farber, Reuters | 3 years ago

Free Read

Airlines

American Airlines Upgrades its Economy Experience with Main Cabin Extra Seating

American Airlines’ new Main Cabin Extra product elevates the in-flight experience for economy passengers without drastically elevating out-of-pocket costs.

American Airlines + Skift | 5 years ago

Airlines

Qantas and Virgin Australia Battle Over In-Flight Wi-Fi Rollouts

Both Qantas and Virgin Australia should have Wi-Fi available on all domestic flights by the end of 2018. While travelers want to stay connected, they probably won’t pay for Wi-Fi, but might choose flights on the basis of internet coverage, especially on longer routes.

Allan Leibowitz, Skift | 6 years ago

Airlines

American Airlines Teams With Casper for In-Flight Bedding and a Hipper Appeal

American and Casper will soon be working together to bring custom-designed bedding to the airline's long-haul flights. A hipper brand such as Casper may resonate better with younger flyers than legacy brands such as Westin or Saks.

Grant Martin, Skift | 6 years ago

Airlines

Honeywell Shows Off Connected Aircraft Capabilities On Test Flights

Honeywell has a new suite of connected tools that it's bringing to market powered by satellite connectivity. In a crowded market, though, it may take some time before the potential is fully realized.

Grant Martin, Skift | 6 years ago