Airlines

Japan Airlines Reaches Agreement With Intelsat For Upgrade On Boeing 737&767s

A deal has been reached to upgrade roughly 50 Boeing 737s and 767s to the business’s 2Ku inflight communication system for long-time customer Japan Airlines (JAL). In addition to being the world’s largest operator of an integrated satellite and terrestrial network, Intelsat also leads the market in terms of inflight connectivity (IFC) services.

JAL’s subsidiary airline, J-AIR Co. Ltd., is now installing Intelsat’s 2Ku system on the carrier’s fleet of Embraer E190 aircraft in addition to the fleet of Boeing 737s and 767s. By the end of 2024, J-AIR will have finished installing the 2Ku system on 14 E190s, as it was previously revealed. When it is finished, J-AIR will be the first regional airline in Japan to provide connectivity and in-flight entertainment.

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The gimballed antenna Intelsat first put in the airline’s fleet over ten years ago will be replaced with a mechanically-steered, phased-array antenna with the 2Ku service. Both the fleet of new software-defined satellites (SDS) from Intelsat that will go into service in 2025 and the high-throughput satellites in use now are compatible with the service.

JAL has regarded Intelsat as a reliable partner since 2013, according to Mitsuko Tottori, senior vice president of customer experience. “Through our partnership with Intelsat, we are able to provide our passengers with more reliable inflight connectivity. Since 2017, we have been one of the first airlines in the world to provide free service to all travelers on domestic flights, and we are eager to take use of the new 2Ku terminals’ increased speed and dependability.

Airlines

Virgin Australia Launches Black Friday Sale on Flights Worldwide

Virgin Australia has launched its much-anticipated 2024 Black Friday sale, offering unbeatable deals on both domestic and international flights.

With fares starting at just $49 for one-way domestic flights and return fares to New Zealand as low as $405, this is a fantastic opportunity for travelers to save big. The sale is available for bookings made between November 28 and December 5, with travel dates ranging from January 6 to September 18, 2024.

Whether you’re looking to explore Australia or venture abroad, these discounts cover Virgin Australia’s entire network.

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For domestic travel, Virgin Australia is offering one-way flights starting at $49, with the cheapest route being Sydney to Ballina Byron. Other attractive domestic deals include flights from Sydney to Gold Coast from $65, Melbourne to Hobart from $85, and Brisbane to Prosperine from $79.

Additionally, flights to iconic Australian destinations like Hamilton Island, Uluru, and the Whitsundays are available at significantly reduced prices, providing excellent options for those looking to explore more of the country.

International travelers can also take advantage of great offers, with return flights to popular destinations like New Zealand, Bali, and Fiji. Notable international deals include return flights from Sydney to Queenstown (New Zealand) for $435, Melbourne to Denpasar (Bali) for $589, and Brisbane to Port Vila (Vanuatu) for $499. These discounts offer an excellent chance to visit exotic locales without breaking the bank.

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Virgin Australia’s sale covers a wide range of routes from major cities across Australia. For example, from Sydney, you can fly to Melbourne for just $89, Adelaide for $119, and Perth for $209 one-way. Melbourne residents can take advantage of flights to Brisbane from $119, Darwin from $205, and Nadi (Fiji) from $599 return.

Brisbane-based travelers can book one-way flights to Hamilton Island from $109 or to Apia (Samoa) from $689 return, while Perth residents can enjoy flights to Broome for $179 and Darwin for $219 one-way.

The sale also includes affordable fares from Adelaide, Hobart, and Darwin. Adelaide to Gold Coast is available from $109, while Hobart to Melbourne is priced at $85 one-way. In Darwin, flights to Adelaide start from $139, and one-way flights to Melbourne are available from $205.

Virgin Australia’s Black Friday sale began at midnight on November 28 and runs until 11:59 PM on December 5. Travelers can book flights for travel between January 6 and September 18, 2024, ensuring plenty of options for future trips. Whether you’re planning a domestic getaway or an international adventure, these limited-time offers make now the perfect time to book your next flight.