Delta A350
Delta Air Lines has selected Hughes Network Systems to provide its Hughes Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit In-Flight Connectivity Solution for select new A350 and A321neos.
The solution combines LEO and GEO satellite capacity specifically for commercial aviation and will be installed on Delta’s 717s from the second half of 2025, as per a previous agreement.
“This ‘no compromise’ solution simultaneously utilises capacity from different orbits and bands to provide passengers the highest and best level of connectivity globally,” said Reza Rasoulian, SVP & GM, Hughes Aviation. “This enables Delta to take advantage of the diversity, improved performance, and lower risk of using two satellite networks simultaneously. It redefines in-flight connectivity and ensures passengers remain connected from gate-to-gate, enjoying a level of resiliency previously unattainable in the aviation industry.”
“This industry-first solution ushers in a new era of connectivity experience for Delta. Using multiple antennas, we can now dynamically deliver the best experience for customers based on location, demand and network conditions, cementing the Delta Sync experience as best-in-class,” commented Glenn Latta, Managing Director, Delta. “Our partnership with Hughes to design, test, and refine this next generation connectivity solution gives us critical and unique insight into how the next generation experience will be unlocked in the years ahead.”
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