DECEMBER 2025AEROSPACEDEFENSEREVIEW.COM6EditorialThe in-flight entertainment sector is entering a new era as airlines seek to transform cabin experiences into connected, personalized journeys. With passengers expecting the same level of convenience in the air as they do on the ground, service providers are integrating cutting-edge technologies to enhance comfort and satisfaction across every flight.Digital transformation is at the core of this momentum. Cloud-based content delivery systems are enabling localized media programming while high-speed satellite connectivity is turning aircraft into dynamic extensions of the digital ecosystem. The integration of AI-driven analytics is allowing airlines to personalize entertainment and retail options, creating data-informed experiences that strengthen passenger loyalty. Meanwhile, lightweight hardware and wireless streaming are reducing aircraft weight and improving operational efficiency without compromising performance.Across Asia, airlines are emerging as frontrunners in redefining the connected cabin. Major carriers in Singapore, Japan and South Korea are adopting 5G-enabled ground-to-air connectivity, multilingual content curation and region-specific e-commerce integrations to cater to increasingly tech-savvy travelers. As connectivity advances, next-generation in-flight entertainment platforms are setting new benchmarks for passenger engagement. From seamless device pairing and intuitive user interfaces to integrated e-commerce and in-seat ordering, innovation is reshaping what passengers can expect from modern air travel.This edition of Aerospace and Defense Review APAC highlights the trailblazers setting the standard for the connected in-flight entertainment experience and explores the technologies driving this new era of airborne engagement. It features thought leadership articles from industry experts, including Barry Lott, director of aircraft records and maintenance reliability at Southwest Airlines. He emphasizes that maintaining reliability and safety now means adapting to rapidly evolving aircraft and workforces. Mark Finger, manager of AOG response at Delta Air Lines, underscores that effective aircraft on ground (AOG) management is about anticipating challenges and building strategies that prevent them.We hope this edition provides valuable insights, practical ideas and a clear view of the innovations and best practices shaping the future of in-flight entertainment.Let us know your thoughts!Powering a New Era of Passenger EngagementJonathan AllredManaging Editorjonathan@aerospacedefensereview.comCopyright © 2025 ValleyMedia Inc., All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.DECEMBER 2025, Vol 07 - Issue 25, ISSN 2691-395XPublished by ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to Aerospace & Defense ReviewVisit www.aerospacedefensereview.comManaging Editor Jonathan AllredEditorial StaffAndrea FrancisJohn SmithRosalind JacobsJem ElizabethRichard Taylor Surajit Narayan DekaVisualizersCelestial JordanYenny Turner*All Insights are based on the interviews with respective CIOs and CXOs to our editorial staffEmailsales@aerospacedefensereview.comeditor@aerospacedefensereview.commarketing@aerospacedefensereview.comAPAC
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