LOT Polish Airlines Selects Viasat to Deliver In-Flight Connectivity to Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet
LOT Polish Airlines has chosen Viasat to provide in-flight connectivity for its Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. The agreement covers 15 aircraft across LOT's wide-body 787-8 and 787-9 fleets, which will be equipped with Viasat's Ka-band, global in-flight connectivity solution. This marks LOT's first offering of in-flight Wi-Fi as part of a major upgrade to its Dreamliner fleets, including new cabin designs and seat replacements.
The service is expected to be commercially operational by early 2026, serving LOT's routes from Warsaw Chopin. Passengers will be able to enjoy high-quality internet access, including video streaming, email, web browsing, and social media. This partnership aligns with LOT's goal to enhance passenger experience and Viasat's mission to provide reliable, high-quality in-flight Wi-Fi globally.
LOT Polish Airlines ha scelto Viasat per fornire connettività in volo per la sua flotta di Boeing 787 Dreamliner. L'accordo copre 15 velivoli delle flotte wide-body 787-8 e 787-9 di LOT, che saranno dotati della soluzione di connettività globale in volo Ka-band di Viasat. Questo segna la prima offerta di Wi-Fi in volo da parte di LOT come parte di un importante aggiornamento delle sue flotte Dreamliner, che includono nuovi design per gli interni e sostituzioni dei sedili.
Il servizio è previsto per essere operativo commercialmente entro inizio 2026, servendo le rotte di LOT da Varsavia Chopin. I passeggeri potranno godere di accesso internet di alta qualità, inclusi streaming video, email, navigazione web e social media. Questa partnership si allinea con l'obiettivo di LOT di migliorare l'esperienza dei passeggeri e la missione di Viasat di fornire Wi-Fi affidabile e di alta qualità in volo a livello globale.
LOT Polish Airlines ha elegido a Viasat para proporcionar conectividad en vuelo para su flota de Boeing 787 Dreamliner. El acuerdo cubre 15 aeronaves de las flotas de fuselaje ancho 787-8 y 787-9 de LOT, que estarán equipadas con la solución de conectividad global en vuelo Ka-band de Viasat. Esto marca la primera oferta de Wi-Fi en vuelo por parte de LOT como parte de una importante actualización de sus flotas Dreamliner, que incluye nuevos diseños de cabina y reemplazo de asientos.
Se espera que el servicio esté operativo comercialmente a principios de 2026, sirviendo las rutas de LOT desde Varsovia Chopin. Los pasajeros podrán disfrutar de acceso a internet de alta calidad, incluyendo transmisión de video, correo electrónico, navegación web y redes sociales. Esta asociación se alinea con el objetivo de LOT de mejorar la experiencia del pasajero y con la misión de Viasat de proporcionar Wi-Fi en vuelo confiable y de alta calidad a nivel mundial.
LOT 폴란드 항공은 자사 보잉 787 드림라이너 기종에 대한 비행 중 연결 서비스를 제공하기 위해 Viasat를 선택했습니다. 이 계약은 LOT의 787-8 및 787-9 와이드바디 플릿의 15대 항공기를 포함하며, Viasat의 Ka-band 글로벌 비행 중 연결 솔루션이 장착될 예정입니다. 이는 LOT의 드림라이너 기종에 대한 Wi-Fi 제공의 첫 번째 사례로, 새로운 캐빈 디자인과 좌석 교체를 포함한 주요 업그레이드의 일환입니다.
서비스는 2026년 초 상업 운영을 시작할 것으로 예상되며, 바르샤바 쇼팽 공항에서 출발하는 LOT 항로를 제공할 것입니다. 승객들은 비디오 스트리밍, 이메일, 웹 브라우징 및 소셜 미디어 사용을 포함한 고품질 인터넷 접속을 즐길 수 있습니다. 이 파트너십은 LOT의 승객 경험 향상 목표와 Viasat의 신뢰할 수 있고 고품질의 비행 중 Wi-Fi를 전 세계적으로 제공하려는 미션과 일치합니다.
LOT Polish Airlines a choisi Viasat pour fournir une connectivité en vol pour sa flotte de Boeing 787 Dreamliner. L'accord concerne 15 avions des flottes larges 787-8 et 787-9 de LOT, qui seront équipés de la solution de connectivité en vol Ka-band de Viasat. Cela marque la première offre de Wi-Fi en vol de LOT dans le cadre d'une mise à niveau majeure de ses flottes Dreamliner, comprenant de nouveaux designs de cabine et le remplacement des sièges.
Le service devrait être opérationnel commercialement début 2026, reliant les routes de LOT au départ de Varsovie Chopin. Les passagers pourront profiter d'un accès Internet de haute qualité, y compris le streaming vidéo, les e-mails, la navigation sur le web et les réseaux sociaux. Ce partenariat s'aligne avec l'objectif de LOT d'améliorer l'expérience des passagers et la mission de Viasat de fournir un Wi-Fi en vol fiable et de haute qualité à l'échelle mondiale.
LOT Polish Airlines hat sich entschieden, Viasat für die Bereitstellung von Internetverbindung während des Flugs für ihre Boeing 787 Dreamliner-Flotte zu wählen. Die Vereinbarung umfasst 15 Flugzeuge aus den breit-bodied Flotten 787-8 und 787-9 von LOT, die mit Viasats Ka-Band, globale Internetverbindungslösung ausgestattet werden. Dies markiert LOTs erstes Angebot von WLAN während des Flugs im Rahmen eines umfassenden Upgrades ihrer Dreamliner-Flotte, einschließlich neuer Kabinendesigns und Sitzplatzwechsel.
Der Dienst wird voraussichtlich Anfang 2026 kommerziell operativ sein und die Routen von LOT ab Warschau Chopin bedienen. Passagiere können sich auf einen hochwertigen Internetzugang freuen, der Video-Streaming, E-Mail, Web-Browsing und soziale Medien umfasst. Diese Partnerschaft entspricht LOTs Ziel, das Passagiererlebnis zu verbessern und Viasats Mission, weltweit zuverlässiges und hochwertiges WLAN während des Flugs anzubieten.
- Viasat secures contract with LOT Polish Airlines for in-flight connectivity
- Agreement covers 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft
- Service expected to be operational by early 2026
- Enhances Viasat's presence in the European market
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LOT Polish Airlines' decision to equip their Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet with Viasat's Ka-band inflight connectivity solution marks a significant technological upgrade. This move aligns with the growing trend in the aviation industry to enhance passenger experience through advanced connectivity options.
The implementation of Viasat's solution offers several technical advantages:
- Ka-band technology provides higher bandwidth and faster speeds compared to older Ku-band systems, enabling seamless video streaming and web browsing.
- Global coverage ensures consistent connectivity across LOT's international routes.
- The system's ability to support multiple internet-based services simultaneously caters to diverse passenger needs.
However, it's worth noting that the expected commercial operation start date of early CY 2026 is relatively far in the future. This extended timeline might be due to the complexity of retrofitting the aircraft and obtaining necessary certifications. It also raises questions about potential technological advancements that could occur in the interim, potentially making the chosen system less cutting-edge by the time of implementation.
For Viasat, this deal represents an expansion of their market share in the European aviation sector, potentially strengthening their position against competitors like Inmarsat and Panasonic Avionics. The partnership with a national flag carrier like LOT could also open doors for Viasat to secure similar contracts with other European airlines.
The partnership between LOT Polish Airlines and Viasat reflects the growing importance of inflight connectivity in the airline industry. This move is part of a broader trend where airlines are investing in digital services to differentiate their offerings and enhance customer loyalty.
Key market implications include:
- Increased passenger expectations: As more airlines offer high-quality inflight Wi-Fi, it may become a standard feature that passengers expect, rather than a premium offering.
- Potential for ancillary revenue: LOT could monetize this service, either through direct Wi-Fi fees or by offering tiered connectivity packages bundled with ticket prices.
- Competitive advantage: In the short term, this upgrade could give LOT an edge over competitors on similar routes who don't offer comparable connectivity.
However, the delayed implementation timeline (early CY 2026) poses some risks. By then, inflight Wi-Fi may be more ubiquitous, potentially diminishing the competitive advantage. Additionally, customer expectations and technology capabilities may evolve significantly in the interim.
For Viasat, this deal strengthens its position in the growing inflight connectivity market, which is projected to reach
Trusted inflight connectivity solution chosen to enhance passenger experience and loyalty
LOT will offer inflight Wi-Fi for the first time as part of a major, ongoing upgrade to its Dreamliner fleets, which also includes a new internal cabin design, seat replacements and more, for a distinguished passenger experience.
Once in commercial operation, which is expected to begin no later than early CY 2026, these aircraft will be servicing LOT's routes from Warsaw Chopin, giving passengers the experience of high-quality inflight connectivity while travelling LOT's worldwide routes.
"At LOT Polish Airlines, we aim to deliver an exceptional passenger experience," said Izabela Leszczyńska, Director of Product Development and Customer Experience at LOT Polish Airlines. "As part of our cabin upgrade, which will provide a new quality of travel, we have partnered with Viasat, a global leader in connectivity, to implement our in-flight connectivity services. Soon we will be able to offer our passengers the much-awaited convenience. The ability to enjoy Internet access while flying will top off the many changes that the retrofit of our Boeing B787 Dreamliner will bring."
"As LOT embarks on this new era of connectivity for passengers, we are excited to be providing them and their passengers with the ability to message, surf and stream while in the air," said Don Buchman, VP and GM, Commercial Aviation at Viasat. "At Viasat, we are aligned on LOT's ambition to always strive to improve passenger experience. This is the start of a successful relationship that helps us to continue delivering on our mission to provide reliable, high quality in-flight Wi-Fi to passengers as they travel. As demand continues to accelerate across
Powered by Viasat's global network, passengers flying on Viasat-equipped aircraft will benefit from video streaming, email, web browsing, and social media, among other offerings.
For more information about Viasat's inflight connectivity solutions, please visit the Company's Commercial Aviation page at vsat.co/commercial-aviation
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