NEW DELHI- Air India (AI), the prominent global airline in India boasting the largest international network and extensive non-stop routes connecting the country to global destinations, has opted for Thales’ AVANT Up inflight entertainment (IFE) solution.
Through Thales’ AVANT Up, Air India aims to provide captivating and memorable experiences for its passengers.
Air India Selects Thales AVANT Up IFE
Thales is set to upgrade and retrofit Air India’s existing fleet of 40 Boeing 777s and 787 Dreamliners with the cutting-edge AVANT Up system, a process scheduled to commence in 2024 and extend through 2025. Furthermore, Thales will install the AVANT Up IFE on Air India’s upcoming 11 Airbus and Boeing aircraft, with deliveries slated to start in 2025.
This collaboration signifies Thales’ commitment to reinforcing its longstanding partnership with Air India, supporting the airline’s transformation in reshaping the passenger entertainment experience.
AVANT Up offers extensive possibilities for incorporating a diverse array of services and applications, including an interactive 3D map and immersive route-based programming.
Thales’ Select User Interface (UI) plays a pivotal role in enhancing passenger engagement, allowing guests to enjoy the most intuitive user experience while navigating through the extensive entertainment catalog.
Finest Display in Sky
Thales’ AVANT Up incorporates Optiq, which includes 4K QLED HDR displays meticulously crafted to offer the finest in-flight viewing experience with unparalleled picture quality.
Optiq is equipped with in-screen USB-A and USB-C high-speed charging ports, distinguishing itself as the sole display featuring two Bluetooth connections and built-in Wi-Fi.
Through Optiq, passengers can seamlessly connect their wireless headphones or other devices to the display, all while charging their phones and laptops. This ensures that travelers can reach their destination feeling refreshed and at ease, with their devices fully charged.
Executive Remarks
“At Thales, we take great pride in strengthening our enduring partnership with Air India. We are dedicated to supporting the airline’s transformative journey by delivering state-of-the-art AVANT Up technologies that go beyond the ordinary, providing Air India’s customers with world-class inflight experiences that celebrate the vibrant culture and colors of India.” – Yannick Assouad, Executive Vice-President Avionics, Thales
“India stands as the fastest-growing aviation market globally, presenting substantial potential for further expansion. This creates an opportunity for airlines to enhance the overall flying experience for passengers. We are delighted to assist Air India in realizing the aspiration of delivering a superior customer experience with our advanced AVANT Up inflight entertainment.” – Ashish Saraf, VP and Country Director for India, Thales
“Air India is dedicated to delivering a world-class travel experience to its passengers. Collaborating with Thales for its top-tier AVANT Up inflight entertainment systems aligns with our transformation program. This cutting-edge inflight entertainment technology will enable us to stay at the forefront of aviation technology, ensuring our passengers enjoy a distinctive onboard entertainment system.” – Rajesh Dogra, Chief Customer Experience Officer, Air India.
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