Porter Airlines will extend its partnership with Viasat for inflight internet. The next 20 Embraer E195-E2 jets will fly with the Viasat hardware on board, joining the initial 30 which also have the satellite wifi service installed.
It’s clear that our passengers value the high-speed and high-quality Wi-Fi on our E195-E2 fleet, which allows them to stay entertained or connected to work while in the air.
– Kevin Jackson, Porter Airlines Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer
Porter provides complimentary inflight Wi-Fi service to all passengers on board, allowing them to stream video or music, browse websites, and use email or apps on their own personal electronic devices. The in-flight Wi-Fi also enables access to a wide array of free streaming entertainment, including movies and popular TV series. Additionally, Porter Airlines’ in-flight Wi-Fi service is available gate-to-gate.
“It has been exciting for the team at Viasat to be a part of Porter Airlines’ continued growth and its distinct onboard passenger experience with free Wi-Fi,” said Don Buchman, VP and GM, Commercial Aviation. “As Porter Airlines brings on additional new E195-E2 aircraft to its existing fleet, and expands its route network, we look forward to supporting its vision for best-in-class in-flight entertainment and connectivity.”
As with the initial 30 aircraft, the Viasat hardware will be installed on these next 20 at the Embraer factory.
More on Porter’s E195-E2 fleet:
- Porter Airlines picks Viasat for E195-E2 WiFi
- Porter Air bringing premium economy(ish) to E195-E2 fleet
- Porter Air boosts Embraer E2 commitment in advance of service launch
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