flydubai aircraft on runway. Photo: flydubai

[Via Satellite 04-27-2016] Global Eagle Entertainment (GEE) and Dubai-based flydubai are launching In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) on flydubai Boeing 737 aircraft, using GEE’s Airconnect Ku IFEC system.

Deployment of the Airconnect system on flydubai’s fleet is underway, providing high-speed connectivity and live television to passenger’s personal devices in-flight. In addition to connectivity and broadcast television, GEE provides flydubai with media content for viewing on the airline’s seatback inflight entertainment system, as well as Electronic Flight Bag (EFB) solutions to support airline operations.