VX adding (switching?) Wi-Fi provider in 2016
Jul 7, 2015, 12:26 pm
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VX adding (switching?) Wi-Fi provider in 2016
http://www.runwaygirlnetwork.com/201...-for-internet/
It looks like they're switching to the ViaSat Ka/Ku product, similar to what United has on its 737 fleet. It doesn't appear to be operated by GoGo, so I'm not sure what's going to happen to my monthly unlimited subscription.
On the upside, the article says it's going to be free until sometime in 2016.
It looks like they're switching to the ViaSat Ka/Ku product, similar to what United has on its 737 fleet. It doesn't appear to be operated by GoGo, so I'm not sure what's going to happen to my monthly unlimited subscription.
On the upside, the article says it's going to be free until sometime in 2016.
Jul 7, 2015, 2:40 pm
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It is a new partnership with ViaSat which uses a satellite based solution over over-ground transmission. The new system will be installed through the next wave of plane delivery starting in September 2015.
http://www.experiencetheskies.com/vi...ivity-options/
https://www.viasat.com/broadband-sat...tellite-system
http://www.experiencetheskies.com/vi...ivity-options/
https://www.viasat.com/broadband-sat...tellite-system
Jul 8, 2015, 11:47 am
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From what I read, VX wanted a satellite option (not sure if its the speed they want, the overwater ability, or both) and GoGo has one in development that isn't ready. So for now they will have different options on different planes.
Sep 10, 2015, 10:46 am
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Yes, but it is Ku-only while the new one is a combination Ku/Ka so it offers faster service over CONUS.
Also, the first Virgin America aircraft with the ViaSat kit - N281VA - is now flying and the service is active.
n.b. The link above is to my blog or to one which I am a regular contributor. FT rules require that I disclose that in the post.
Also, the first Virgin America aircraft with the ViaSat kit - N281VA - is now flying and the service is active.
n.b. The link above is to my blog or to one which I am a regular contributor. FT rules require that I disclose that in the post.
Sep 21, 2015, 8:53 am
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