- Star Alliance and NEC Corporation Sign Partnership Agreement to Enhance Passenger Experience Through Biometric Data Recognition Technology[Jul. 26, 2019]
Star Alliance, the world's largest airline alliance, and NEC Corporation, global leader in IT, network and biometric technologies, today signed a partnership agreement to develop a biometric data-based identification platform that will significantly improve the travel experience for frequent flyer programme customers of Star Alliance member airlines.
- FL Technics Next Generation Mechanics Training Using Virtual Reality[Jul. 19, 2019]
FL Technics, a global provider of integrated aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul service, which is part of Avia Solutions Group, has begun implementing VR modules for the basic training of aviation mechanics. The company has presented its first VR module, which covers the opening of the reverse thrust engine of a Boeing 737NG, and is set to expand its list of modules in the coming months to cover the full scope of maintenance training.
- Permanent Electronic Bag Tag Unveiled at China Eastern Airlines' First Special Exercise at Daxing International Airport[Jul. 10, 2019]
On July 10, China Eastern Airlines launched its first special exercise at Beijing Daxing International Airport. Covering the arrival, departure, connection, and baggage sorting processes for domestic and international passengers, the exercise adopted a preset "special scenario" mode to simulate a number of processes, such as services for premium travelers, travelers with special needs and check-in for oversized baggage.
- China Eastern Introduces RFID-tech in Luggage Tracking at Shanghai Airports[Jul. 04, 2019]
China Eastern Airlines has comprehensively introduced radio frequency identification devices (RFID) in luggage tracking at two major civil airports in Shanghai, according to the airline Wednesday.
- Boeing Takes New Technologies Out of the Lab and onto Ecodemonstrator Flying Test Bed[Jul. 01, 2019]
Boeing is launching its latest round of flight-testing to assess new technologies that could address real-world challenges for airplane operators and passengers -- from enhancing safety and sustainability to improving the flying experience. The company is debuting a Boeing 777 that will serve as the 2019 flying test bed for 50 projects.
- Data, Digital Transformation to Drive Future Customer Experience[Jun. 25, 2019]
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged aviation stakeholders to embrace data and digital transformation to help deliver a frictionless customer experience while enhancing safety and efficiency.
- Chinese Airlines and Airports Aiming for Paperless Boarding Process[Jun. 08, 2019]
Long queues at airports for baggage drops and security checks could soon be a thing for the past for Chinese travelers.
- CAAC and CAS Sign a Strategic Cooperation Agreement[Jun. 05, 2019]
On May 14, the Strategic Cooperation Symposium & Signing Ceremony between Civil Aviation Administration of China and the Chinese Academy of Sciences was held in Beijing. Feng Zhenglin, Administrator of Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) and Bai Chunli, President of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) signed the strategic cooperation agreement on behalf of the two sides. Deputy CAAC Administrator Lyu Erxue and Vice President of CAS Zhang Yaping attended the signing ceremony.
- Test for Intelligent Navigation System Completed in Beijing Airport[Jun. 05, 2019]
The test for an intelligent navigation system has been completed at the Beijing Capital International Airport, CAAC News reported citing sources with the airport.
- Oneworld's Digital Revolution Gains Pace[Jun. 01, 2019]
oneworld is rapidly moving ahead with its digital revolution, with more member airlines linking up its new digital platform and more capabilities added.