Eutelsat Communications announced that the NASA High Definition (NTV-3) and NASA Ultra High Definition (NTV-4) channels are broadcasting in Free-to-Air (FTA) via satellite for the first time across Europe, the Middle East, North Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa. Viewers from across these regions can now view images from the U.S. space program, including coverage of launches,…

Panasonic Avionics and Turkish Airlines have announced a major commitment for In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) solutions to be line-fit installed on 50 wide-bodied aircraft the airline has on order, and with options for a further 10. Panasonic will fit its X-Series IFEC system along with its Rivet Media advertising solution and a suite of…

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has awarded SES a $24.8 million multi-year contract, under which the company will provide the United States Africa Command (U.S. AFRICOM) with high throughput, low-latency managed satellite communications services in the areas of their operations. SES will use its O3B fleet in Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) to deliver secure…

Kuwait Airways is extending its partnership with SITAOnAir to bring online next-generation In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) applications for its passengers. SITAOnAir will deploy its Internet OnAir portal and Mobile OnAir services, powered by Inmarsat’s GX Aviation network, across the airline’s new A320 and A321 Neo aircraft fleet. InternetOnAir enables passengers to stream videos, surf the internet,…