The next generation of aircraft at Icelandair will fly with the Viasat inflight Wi-Fi service on board. The companies confirmed this week that the new Airbus fleet will enter service – expected later this year – with the Ka-band satellite internet connection on board.
The A321LRs will join the airline’s 737 MAX fleet in flying with the Viasat service on board. While the release mentions Viasat serving the “complete” MAX fleet, PaxEx.Aero understands that some tails are still not installed. The 757s carry a competing in-flight internet product from Anuvu.
Viasat should be able to support the new aircraft and route profile without any issues under the existing satellite coverage footprint. As Don Buchman, VP and GM, Commercial Aviation at Viasat notes, “We understand the patterns of Icelandair’s operation and passenger demand for in-flight Wi-Fi, and we are excited to extend this experience and trust to include fast and resilient connectivity on the new Airbus aircraft.”
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