AS-IP Tech Inc (IPTK)

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Interesting blog post from Lufthansa Systems today. Link back for how the IPTK fflya system is in use by them now. Read the blog and connect the dots

https://www.lhsystems.de/blog-entry/vision-fully-consistent-passenger-journey

A few hilites from the blog post

"The good news is that, there are technologies available to close this digital gap even without investing millions into an expensive satellite connectivity program. One of the channels available are the portable IFE solutions that can be speedily rolled-out and which are STC-free.
These systems are able to provide LTE data exchange on the ground and also gate to gate connectivity based on LEO (low earth orbit) satellite constellations (e.g. Iridium). By using STC-free passive window antennas, data rates of 350 kbit/sec can be achieved and it is anticipated that LEO satellite constellations (Iridium Certus, OneWeb, etc.) will provide much higher capacities in the future."

"Messaging (eMail, WhatsApp) is by far the most requested service by passengers both on-board and on-ground. This thesis is supported by nearly 2 billion WhatsApp users worldwide.

By using a partner solution and the new BoardConnect Portable we are able to provide free messaging services through the airline app that can be used to send email, WhatsApp and SMS. This service can also be used by airlines to send irregularity- or other important flight information to crew members and passengers."

(my emphasis)