Lufthansa Group has selected Viasat to equip more than 150 additional aircraft - across its Lufthansa, SWISS, and Austrian Airlines fleets - with the European Aviation Network (EAN) in-flight connectivity (IFC) solution.
EAN combines S-band satellite coverage provided by Viasat with a complementary ground component network operated by long-standing Viasat and Lufthansa Group partner, Deutsche Telekom, delivering a service that supports streaming and other high bandwidth requirements.
Viasat GM and VP Don Buchman said: "With so many passengers set to benefit, we’re excited to see the impact that EAN has on Lufthansa, SWISS, and Austrian Airlines’ fleets – especially in helping them remain at the forefront of offering a superior passenger experience".
Deutsche Telekom vice president of inflight and connectivity services David Fox said: "EAN is a game-changer in inflight connectivity. The service adapts perfectly to Europe's unique telco infrastructure and provides an exceptional connectivity experience for passengers".