Program

In-flight entertainment is a comparatively older concept than in-flight connectivity but today both these concepts are interdependent. IFE systems and content have a strong position in the IFC value chain. ThroughDuring this session we will point out, the importance of IFE, its will be discussed as well as content and its evolution, choice ofhow to choose the right business model for both airlines and content providers, and the role of various stakeholders in an overall passenger experience. The session will also focus on how airlines can develop their brand with the help of IFE content. 

‘Digitalization is in the air’. The aviation industry is the perfect example of growing digitalization. From aircraft manufacturing to aircraft operators, everybodyeveryone is bringingusing digital solutions to facilitate their operations. UseFrom the use of 3D printing for manufacturing components to the use of new disruptive technologies likesuch as electronically steered antenna or beamforming technology, the digital trends are impacting all the stakeholders of the aviation industry. Analytics, big data, and IoT will open many doorsup a lot of opportunities forin the aviation industry. Our panelistpanelists will discuss the implications of digitalization on different levels in the IFC value chain.

In-flight connectivity is attainingreaching a new level of maturity level every year so, as are the thingselements related to IFC, both inside the cabin as well as and outside the cabin. Increasing bandwidth demand and supply, the corresponding improvement in the equipment technologies, and the ever-changing passenger behavior have a are all having an ever-greater impact on the airline. Airlineairlines. Airlines being at the forefront of the overall passenger experience hashave to stay dynamic in all the situations. In this session, our panelists from different airlines operating in different parts of the world will share their experiences related to IFC. What they have learned as an airline from the whole IFC chapter will be worth listening. This session will also shed some light on the facts like the use of IFEhow IFC is used and itshow content to bringbrings added value to, as well as the IFC, role of third-party content providers, retailers, etc. An emphasisEmphasis will be given to the different economic models present in the airline industry and their evolution related to the IFC. Through the discussion, the panel will search for the alternative wayways or different approachapproaches to have while modeling an airline’s IFC business.