Delta Air Lines Selects Hughes Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit In-Flight Connectivity Solution for Select Future Delivery A350 and A321neo Aircraft
Hughes Network Systems (SATS) has announced that Delta Air Lines has selected its revolutionary Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit In-Flight Connectivity Solution for select new delivery A350 and A321neo aircraft, expanding beyond the previously awarded 400+ Delta ERJ, CRJ, and Boeing 717 aircraft.
The industry-first solution simultaneously utilizes LEO and GEO satellite capacity, offering improved connectivity performance and lower risk through dual satellite network usage. The system will debut on Delta's 717 aircraft in the second half of 2025.
Following extensive testing, Delta chose the Fusion system for its new delivery Airbus A321neo, A350-1000, and Boeing 717 aircraft. The solution features multiple antennas that dynamically deliver connectivity based on location, demand, and network conditions, promising enhanced gate-to-gate passenger connectivity with unprecedented resilience.
Hughes Network Systems (SATS) ha annunciato che Delta Air Lines ha selezionato la sua rivoluzionaria soluzione di connettività in volo Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit per alcuni nuovi aerei A350 e A321neo, espandendosi oltre i 400+ aerei Delta ERJ, CRJ e Boeing 717 precedentemente assegnati.
Questa soluzione, la prima nel settore, utilizza simultaneamente la capacità dei satelliti LEO e GEO, offrendo prestazioni di connettività migliorate e un rischio ridotto grazie all'uso di una rete satellitare duale. Il sistema debutterà sugli aerei 717 di Delta nella seconda metà del 2025.
Dopo ampi test, Delta ha scelto il sistema Fusion per i suoi nuovi aerei Airbus A321neo, A350-1000 e Boeing 717. La soluzione presenta più antenne che forniscono dinamicamente connettività in base alla posizione, alla domanda e alle condizioni della rete, promettendo una connettività passeggeri gate-to-gate migliorata con una resilienza senza precedenti.
Hughes Network Systems (SATS) ha anunciado que Delta Air Lines ha seleccionado su revolucionaria solución de conectividad en vuelo Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit para algunos nuevos aviones A350 y A321neo, ampliándose más allá de los más de 400 aviones Delta ERJ, CRJ y Boeing 717 previamente adjudicados.
Esta solución, pionera en la industria, utiliza simultáneamente la capacidad de satélites LEO y GEO, ofreciendo un rendimiento de conectividad mejorado y un menor riesgo a través del uso de una red de satélites dual. El sistema debutará en los aviones 717 de Delta en la segunda mitad de 2025.
Después de pruebas exhaustivas, Delta eligió el sistema Fusion para sus nuevos aviones Airbus A321neo, A350-1000 y Boeing 717. La solución cuenta con múltiples antenas que entregan conectividad de manera dinámica según la ubicación, la demanda y las condiciones de la red, prometiendo una conectividad para los pasajeros de puerta a puerta mejorada con una resiliencia sin precedentes.
휴스 네트워크 시스템(Hughes Network Systems, SATS)은 델타 항공(Delta Air Lines)이 새로운 A350 및 A321neo 항공기 일부에 대해 혁신적인 동시 다중 궤도 비행 중 연결 솔루션인 Fusion을 선택했다고 발표했습니다. 이는 이전에 계약된 400대 이상의 델타 ERJ, CRJ 및 보잉 717 항공기를 넘어서는 것입니다.
업계 최초의 이 솔루션은 LEO 및 GEO 위성 용량을 동시에 활용하여 연결 성능을 향상시키고 이중 위성 네트워크 사용을 통해 위험을 줄입니다. 이 시스템은 2025년 하반기에 델타의 717 항공기에 처음 도입될 예정입니다.
광범위한 테스트 후, 델타는 새로운 Airbus A321neo, A350-1000 및 Boeing 717 항공기에 대해 Fusion 시스템을 선택했습니다. 이 솔루션은 위치, 수요 및 네트워크 조건에 따라 동적으로 연결성을 제공하는 여러 안테나를 특징으로 하며, 전례 없는 회복력을 갖춘 게이트 투 게이트 승객 연결성을 약속합니다.
Hughes Network Systems (SATS) a annoncé que Delta Air Lines a sélectionné sa solution révolutionnaire de connectivité en vol Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit pour certains nouveaux avions A350 et A321neo, s'étendant au-delà des plus de 400 avions Delta ERJ, CRJ et Boeing 717 précédemment attribués.
Cette solution, première dans l'industrie, utilise simultanément la capacité des satellites LEO et GEO, offrant une performance de connectivité améliorée et un risque réduit grâce à l'utilisation d'un réseau satellite dual. Le système fera ses débuts sur les avions 717 de Delta dans la deuxième moitié de 2025.
Après des tests approfondis, Delta a choisi le système Fusion pour ses nouveaux avions Airbus A321neo, A350-1000 et Boeing 717. La solution dispose de multiples antennes qui fournissent dynamiquement la connectivité en fonction de l'emplacement, de la demande et des conditions du réseau, promettant une connectivité passagers de porte à porte améliorée avec une résilience sans précédent.
Hughes Network Systems (SATS) hat angekündigt, dass Delta Air Lines seine revolutionäre Lösung für die gleichzeitige Multi-Orbit-In-Flight-Konnektivität, Fusion, für ausgewählte neue A350- und A321neo-Lieferflugzeuge ausgewählt hat und damit über die zuvor vergebenen 400+ Delta ERJ-, CRJ- und Boeing 717-Flugzeuge hinausgeht.
Die branchenweit erste Lösung nutzt gleichzeitig die Kapazität von LEO- und GEO-Satelliten und bietet verbesserte Konnektivitätsleistung sowie ein geringeres Risiko durch die Nutzung eines dualen Satellitennetzwerks. Das System wird in der zweiten Hälfte von 2025 auf den 717-Flugzeugen von Delta debütieren.
Nach umfangreichen Tests wählte Delta das Fusion-System für ihre neuen Airbus A321neo, A350-1000 und Boeing 717-Flugzeuge. Die Lösung verfügt über mehrere Antennen, die dynamisch basierend auf Standort, Nachfrage und Netzwerkbedingungen Konnektivität bereitstellen und verspricht eine verbesserte Gate-to-Gate-Passagierkonnektivität mit beispielloser Resilienz.
- First-mover advantage in aviation connectivity with unique dual-satellite technology
- Expanded contract with major airline (Delta) beyond initial 400+ aircraft
- New technology implementation on premium aircraft models (A350, A321neo)
- Implementation timeline extends to late 2025
- to only select new delivery aircraft
Insights
This announcement positions Hughes/EchoStar as a technological pioneer in the in-flight connectivity space with their simultaneous multi-orbit solution. The technology's differentiation lies in its ability to blend both LEO and GEO satellite capacity concurrently, rather than switching between them. This delivers important redundancy and optimization that's particularly valuable for aviation.
The system's unique selling proposition is its ability to maintain continuous connectivity by dynamically balancing traffic across multiple satellite networks, effectively eliminating single points of failure. For airlines, this translates to more consistent passenger experiences across different flight paths and geographical regions.
Delta's selection validates the technology's viability after what appears to be extensive testing protocols. The staggered implementation approach—starting with 717 aircraft in 2025, then expanding to next-generation A350 and A321neo deliveries—suggests a methodical rollout strategy rather than a rapid fleetwide deployment.
From a competitive standpoint, this positions Hughes/EchoStar ahead of traditional aviation connectivity providers who typically offer single-orbit solutions. While companies like Viasat and Intelsat have been expanding their capabilities, the simultaneous multi-orbit approach represents a genuine innovation in system architecture rather than just incremental improvement.
This Delta deal represents significant commercial validation for Hughes/EchoStar's aviation connectivity business. While financial terms remain undisclosed, securing an expanded relationship with one of the world's largest airlines strengthens SATS' market position in the high-margin aviation connectivity sector.
The agreement builds upon an existing contract covering 400+ aircraft (ERJ, CRJ, Boeing 717) and now adds select new A350 and A321neo deliveries. This points to customer satisfaction with Hughes' technology and suggests potential for further fleet expansion if performance meets expectations.
For SATS investors, this reinforces the company's diversification strategy beyond its traditional satellite TV and consumer broadband businesses. The aviation connectivity market offers attractive recurring revenue streams, though implementation timelines extending into late 2025 mean material financial impact won't be immediate.
This contract win demonstrates Hughes/EchoStar's ability to secure and expand relationships with tier-one airlines in a competitive landscape that includes established players like Viasat, Intelsat, and Panasonic Avionics. The technological differentiation may provide pricing power and competitive insulation, potentially supporting higher margins compared to more commoditized connectivity solutions.
While exact aircraft numbers for A350/A321neo installations aren't specified, this expanded relationship bodes well for Hughes' aviation segment growth trajectory and reinforces the company's transition toward higher-growth, technology-differentiated business lines.
Simultaneous Multi-Orbit and Multi-Band Solution is the First in Aviation Connectivity
"The Hughes Fusion Simultaneous Multi-Orbit In-Flight Connectivity Solution represents a first-of-its-kind innovation in commercial aviation for a more consistent and reliable customer experience for every flight and every passenger," said Reza Rasoulian, SVP & GM, Hughes Aviation. "This 'no compromise' solution simultaneously utilizes capacity from different orbits and bands to provide passengers the highest and best level of connectivity globally. 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."
After extensive system analysis, lab evaluation and in-flight testing, Delta partnered with Hughes to support Delta's next generation in-flight entertainment experience and selected the new Fusion system for installation for its new delivery Airbus A321neo, A350-1000 and Boeing 717 aircraft.
"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," said 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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