Inflight satellite TV in FY2018, domestic IFE screen and seat power supply in FY2019
Feb 28, 2018, 12:27 am
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Inflight satellite TV in FY2018, domestic IFE screen and seat power supply in FY2019
http://press.jal.co.jp/en/items/uplo...91aef36c40.pdf
Looks like a direct response to NH's new offerings. Now I can finally charge my phones and use the inflight wi-fi at the same time even when I am not in F during domestic MRs 
Introduce inflight satellite TV in FY2018 and personal monitors and seat power supply on domestic routes in FY2019.
Feb 28, 2018, 8:00 am
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I understand the business need to add this as NH has already annouced it, but with the average length of domestic flights in Japan I feel that this is really wasted money. With the exception of a few routes like Naha and Ishigaki I can't see a practical need as a passenger.
Mar 1, 2018, 3:07 am
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I understand the business need to add this as NH has already annouced it, but with the average length of domestic flights in Japan I feel that this is really wasted money. With the exception of a few routes like Naha and Ishigaki I can't see a practical need as a passenger.
Jun 29, 2018, 1:47 am
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Here's the timeline for domestic IFE enhancement: JAL???????Wi-Fi 1???? ??????? JAL?????
1. Video streaming channels increased from 20 to 70 from August. Will include overseas programming.
2. Live TV streaming for news and sports programs from Oct
1. Video streaming channels increased from 20 to 70 from August. Will include overseas programming.
2. Live TV streaming for news and sports programs from Oct