Dubai: Emirates invests in high-speed inflight broadband on board 50 new A350 aircraft

Dubai: Emirates invests in high-speed inflight broadband on board 50 new A350 aircraft

New high-speed, inflight broadband powered by Inmarsat’s GX Aviation will be available on 50 new Airbus A350 aircraft — scheduled to enter service in 2024

The advanced high-speed capabilities of the broadband will enable Emirates passengers to stay connected with family and friends, browse the internet, and enjoy social media during the flights. — Supplied photo

Published: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 2:12 PM Last updated: Wed 11 Jan 2023, 3:17 PM

Emirates on Wednesday announced plans to offer high-speed inflight broadband service to its passengers by next year.

In a statement, the Dubai-based airline said new high-speed, inflight broadband powered by Inmarsat’s GX Aviation will be available on 50 new Airbus A350 aircraft — scheduled to enter service in 2024.

The advanced high-speed capabilities of the broadband will enable Emirates passengers to stay connected with family and friends, browse the internet, and enjoy social media during the flights.

The Airbus A350s will be the first Emirates aircraft to take advantage of Inmarsat’s Global Xpress (GX) satellite network, which powers the world’s first and only globally available broadband network, ensuring passengers can enjoy uninterrupted global connectivity, no matter their destination, including the North Pole, according to the statement.

The airline had placed an order for 50 of the