9 May 2019: Panasonic Avionics Corporation and TAP Air Portugal has signed an agreement to provide inflight entertainment and connectivity (IFEC) solutions for the carrier's new fleet of 14 A321neo LR aircraft.
Panasonic's X Series inflight entertainment system and a suite of connectivity services are being line-fit installed on the new aircraft.
Passengers of TAP Air Portugal will be able to enjoy a personalised and immersive home theatre entertainment experience with HD screens and surround sound audio and video entertainment available on demand. The system also comes fitted with in-seat power USB charging facilities at every seat.
All the new aircraft are being equipped with Panasonic's inflight Wi-Fi service, with a host of next-generation connectivity benefits including fast internet, all powered by its new satellite modem which provides bandwidth up to twenty times greater than previously available.
Hideo Nakano, Chief Executive Officer of Panasonic Avionics Corporation said, "Panasonic Avionics is honoured to partner with TAP Air Portugal as they launch their next generation A321neo LR fleet, and we are delighted to help them deliver an enhanced passenger experience with our entertainment and connectivity solutions."
"TAP's new aircraft are equipped with the state-of-the-art inflight entertainment systems and WiFi connectivity, reflecting the company's ambition to provide customers with the best products the industry has to offer," said Antonoaldo Neves, CEO of TAP.