European blessing. Last remaining regulatory hurdle cleared, allowing proposed merger of Viasat and Inmarsat
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UK’s CMA Approves Viasat Inmarsat Merger
UK watchdog greenlights proposed merger of Viasat and Inmarsat, finding there is sufficient competition in the market
EU To Allow 5G Connectivity On Flights
European Commission unveils plans for airlines to implement 5G connectivity onboard, for aeroplane passengers
Starlink Aviation Targets Private Jet In-Flight Connectivity
Elon Musk's satellite internet service from SpaceX pushes into in-flight connectivity sector with rollout of Starlink Aviation
Google Mulls Acquisition Of Nokia’s Aeroplane Broadband Unit – Report
Project Loon addition? Google is reportedly looking to acquire the airplane broadband business of Nokia
British Airways Confirmed As Launch Partner For New In-Flight Wi-Fi Network
In-flight Wi-Fi on British Airways moves a step closer with new deal with Inmarsat's European Aviation Network
Gogo Bug Bounty Program To Secure In-Flight Wi-Fi
Gogo looks to secure the skies and stay one step ahead of the hackers with "pro-active" security program
Security Hole Could Let Hackers Take Control Of Planes
Security researchers was able to "hijack" in-flight displays and control cabin lighting
British Airways European Flights Get In-Flight Wi-Fi In 2017
British Airways short haul flights get in-flight Wi-Fi a year later than planned, with long haul flights set to be connected in 2017 too
Lufthansa Will Offer Short Haul In-Flight Wi-Fi From October
Lufthansa gets certification to install Ka-band equipment on its planes and will start service later this year
British Airways Signs Deal With Gogo For Long Haul In-Flight Wi-Fi
International Airlines Group to bring in-flight Wi-Fi to British Airways, Iberia and Aer Lingus long-haul routes
Is Office-Grade In-Flight Wi-Fi Ready For Take Off?
Satellite broadband providers are launching next generation in-flight Wi-Fi networks. TechWeek takes to the skies to test out Gogo's office in the sky