Aeromexico, in collaboration with Embraer, announced the installation of advanced in-flight internet connectivity on their E190 fleet via Viasat’s global Ka-band network.
Details of the WiFi service and future expansion
High-speed satellite connectivity will allow Aeromexico passengers on the E190 jets to stream movies and television, watch live sports, access the internet, send emails and connect to social networks while on board.
So far, six of these aircraft are equipped with Viasat’s high-speed WiFi, with plans to expand this service on the remaining 28 Aeromexico E190 aircraft.
Andres Castañeda, Chief Digital and Customer Experience Officer & EVP in Aeromexico, said:
“We are upgrading our Aeromexico Connect E190 fleet to deliver exceptional in-flight experiences on our short-haul routes.”
“With Wi-Fi available on all our E190 aircraft by 2027, Aeromexico will be the first and only airline in Latin America to offer ad-supported free messaging across our entire network.”
Don Buchman, SVP & GM, Commercial Aviation, Viasat, added:
“As global demand for in-flight connectivity skyrockets — with passengers increasingly expecting to stream movies and shows the way they do at home while 30,000 feet in the sky — we are thrilled to collaborate with Aeromexico and Embraer. ”
“Both companies value high-quality, fast, and reliable onboard Wi-Fi service to create an exceptional passenger experience,” said Don Buchman, SVP & GM, Commercial Aviation, Viasat.”
Viasat Amara, the next-generation in-flight connectivity system chosen by Aeromexico, is available to all E-Jet operators globally.
Embraer is also seeking to improve its aerospace offerings and the performance of its E-Jet fleet, aiming to strengthen its position and expand its presence in the global aviation market through this initiative.
Carlos Naufel, President and CEO of Embraer Services & Support, said:
“Embraer is constantly working to improve the experience in its wide range of aircraft.”
“Offering connectivity services on Aeromexico’s E-Jets fleet is an important step to provide more comfort to the airline’s customers.”
Aeromexico’s role in Latin American aviation
Aeromexico is Mexico’s flagship carrier, operating primarily out of its main hub at Mexico City International Airport.
Its extensive route network spans across Mexico, the United States, Canada, Central and South America, Europe and Asia, and its fleet includes Boeing 787 and 737 aircraft, alongside Embraer 190 jets.
As a founding member of the SkyTeam alliance, which recently marked its 25th anniversary, Aeromexico collaborates with 18 partner airlines to serve more than 180 countries worldwide.
About Embraer and delivering aircraft worldwide
Embraer is a global aerospace company based in Brazil, with operations spanning Commercial and Executive Aviation, Defence & Security, and Agricultural Aviation.
The company is involved in the design, development, manufacturing, and marketing of aircraft and systems, and offers comprehensive after-sales services and support.
Since its founding in 1969, it has delivered over 9,000 aircraft worldwide, with one of its aircraft taking off every 10 seconds somewhere around the globe on average and carries more than 150 million passengers annually.
Embraer is the world’s leading producer of commercial jets with up to 150 seats, the third largest producer of civil aircraft worldwide and is Brazil’s top exporter of high-value-added goods.
Its global presence includes industrial facilities, offices, and parts distribution and service centres across the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Europe.
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