Air Canada and Intelsat, a global satellite and in-flight connectivity (IFC) provider, have announced an agreement to equip nearly 100 additional aircraft across Air Canada’s fleet with Intelsat’s connectivity systems. This includes the deployment of Intelsat’s new multi-orbit electronically steered array (ESA) antenna for the airline’s regional jet fleet. Air Canada, in collaboration with Intelsat, aims to offer its customers the fastest and most consistently available Internet connectivity throughout its global network. The airline currently operates more Wi-Fi equipped flights than any other carrier in Canada.
“The efforts and the commitment of Intelsat’s team and their service partners made the difference for us. We’re confident Intelsat provides proven technology, an extensible platform and network, and the right vision for the future of in-flight connectivity,” said Mark Nasr, Executive Vice President, Air Canada Marketing and Digital, and President, Aeroplan. “Through our Bell partnership, equipment installation schedule, and strong conviction around the importance of in-flight connectivity, we seek to offer our customers the best and most consistently available offering in the industry,” he further added.