This new AirFi system will allow passengers on Bhutan Airlines flights to watch films, TV shows, documentaries, music and magazines, using their own Wi-Fi enabled mobile devices.
Bhutan Airlines has teamed up with AirFi to offer wireless in-flight entertainment (IFE) to passengers flying on its Airbus A319-100 aircraft. This new system will allow passengers to watch Hollywood and regional films, TV shows, and documentaries, listen to music, and read magazines, using their own Wi-Fi-enabled mobile devices. The IFE system is part of Bhutan Airlines’ efforts to enhance the passenger experience, which will help the airline become a regional carrier of choice.
Pema N. Nadik, Chief Executive Officer of Bhutan Airlines said, “We are excited to launch our new IFE system, powered by AirFi. It will significantly enhance the overall travel experience for our passengers. These new systems are part of our ongoing efforts to improve our services and provide our customers with the highest level of comfort and convenience. AirFi is a proven leader in portable wireless IFE and can provide a perfect blend of entertainment to complement our passenger demographic”.
Passengers will have access to a moving flight map, which has become the most popular feature among early feedback, displaying the position and direction of the plane, altitude, airspeed, elapsed time, and remaining time. Bhutan Airlines’ regional competitors do not offer IFE services to passengers, making the carrier more attractive to potential customers.
Job Heimerikx, CEO, AirFi said, “I’m always happy when AirFi’s low capex business model and easy-to-deploy solutions can enable a carrier like Bhutan Airlines to introduce IFE for their passengers. When Bhutan Airlines is ready to add new features to the IFE offering or wishes to boost ancillary revenues from onboard sales, we will be ready with flexible, tailor-made options.”
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Bhutan Airlines operates daily scheduled flights to six international destinations from its base at Paro Airport in Bhutan. The airline operates two A319 aircraft with a configuration of 12 Business Class seats and 114 Economy seats. Daily flights are operated from Bangkok to Paro via Kolkata, and flights from Delhi via Kathmandu are operated three times per week. Bhutan Airlines is dedicated to providing a safe and reliable journey for its customers. With this new IFE system, the airline can provide an even more enjoyable travel experience for passengers.
