Air Canada is now providing Canadian Audible Original Audiobooks, Podcasts and more as part of its in-flight entertainment (IFE) offering.
Audible, which provides immersive and relaxing entertainment through premium, dynamic audio storytelling, provides 160 hours of Audible Original Audiobook and Podcast content to Air Canada on categories such as Sports, True Crime, Family, Wellness, Action & Adventure and Comedy. The offering provides Canadian content in both English and French such as Sidney Crosby: The Rookie Year; Seven Truths; Women Talking; Roudoudous en laponie; and Main-Basse sur le monde.
John Moody, Managing Director, Product Design at Air Canada commented: “We’re thrilled to announce Audible as the latest global brand to work with Air Canada as we continue to expand the in-flight entertainment choices we offer our customers. Entertainment is an important part of the in-flight experience, and with a growing interest in audio stories, the addition of inspiring and engaging articles and interviews in audio format complements the diverse range of content available in our unparalleled in-flight programming.”
“Audible is committed to creating exceptional listening experiences for its customers around the world – including as they travel for pleasure or business,” said Georgia Knox, Canada Country Manager at Audible. “Through our collaboration with Air Canada, we’re able to inspire, entertain and inform more listeners than ever before on their journeys. Travellers will have access to an extensive list of content including a selection of Canadian Audible Originals that we develop with up-and-coming talent and some of the country’s biggest names.”
Air Canada has received impressive awards this year for its IFE offering, including the Airline Passenger Experience Association’s (APEX) Passenger Choice Award for Best Entertainment in North America, as well as its Five Star Global Airline Award based on customer feedback for the fifth time in six years.
