As he celebrates his 70th anniversaryScandinavian Airlines is not the kind of airline to look to the past. On the contrary, it has just announced an ambitious plan to modernise its short- and medium-haul fleet, with an investment of over 50 million euros (SEK 500 million). This vast renovation will include the introduction of in-flight connectivity, presented as "a new way of flying". Europe's fastest WiFi "The system is available in two versions, with speeds of 12 Mbps and more. This system, supplied in partnership with ViaSatThis will of course allow streaming, access to social networks and applications of all kinds, but it will also enable cabin crew toaccess passenger information via an iPad Mini, at every stage of the journey. Travellers will be able to check the status of their connecting flight or their EuroBonus account. They can even book a flight on board, hire a car or reserve a taxi at the airport. The first device with this high-speed Wi-Fi will take to the air in the 2nd half of 2017.
An even more personalised service
" The modernisation of our long-haul aircraft has been very well received by our customers, and now it's the turn of our short- and medium-haul fleet. "says Rickard Gustafson, Chairman and CEO of SAS. " The improvements will include a high-speed Wi-Fi offering that will allow passengers to work during their flight or relax while watching a film or series. These new services will benefit both passengers and crew. We will be offering an even more personalised service via the development of intelligent digital tools, which will improve comfort on board our flights "he adds.
The wifi race is currently in full swing. A few days ago, Finnair also announced that its short-haul fleet ofA320 to connect to ViaSat system in May. And was already claiming to have "the best Wi-Fi offering currently available".
