ZIPAIR, Japanese Airlines’ new low-cost carrier, is readying to launch passenger services on 16 October between Tokyo to Seoul.
ZIPAIR has been operating the route as a cargo-only service since 12 September 2020.
Passengers on the fleet of Boeing 787-8 aircraft will be able to place orders for meals and products using their smartphone and tablet devices via the airline’s in-flight self-ordering and payment system.
The Inflight Self-Ordering and Payment System is a collaboration with Collins Aerospace allowing passengers to browse the shopping catalogue, view inventory availability, place orders on-demand, and make credit card payments using smart devices without any assistance from the cabin crew.
The airline has partnered with GoMedia to provide complimentary access to a range of onboard entertainment via their own devices, using in-flight connectivity provided by Panasonic Avionics. A selection of movies, ZIPAIR special content and promotional offers will be available on board. ZIPAIR is the first airline to use GoMedia’s content platform as its in-flight entertainment system.
Roger Matthews, Managing Director at GoMedia, said: “This is an incredibly exciting time for GoMedia as we take the company from the land to the air for the first time. Our infotainment solution has already proven hugely valuable, available to rail and coach passengers worldwide and we are proud to be bringing our platform to the aviation market in 2020. We have enjoyed working closely with ZIPAIR to develop this new solution.”
Shingo Nishida, President of ZIPAIR, adds: “ZIPAIR is an affordable airline to fly with, but that doesn’t mean that our passengers will have to compromise on onboard entertainment. By working with GoMedia, we can provide a seamless experience for those travelling with us, enjoying a range of global and local content delivered direct to their handheld devices. We look forward to extending the service in 2021.”
As a ZIPAIR special offering, passengers will be able to watch original music videos provided by SONY Music exclusively on board ZIPAIR.
