Vistara Raises the Bar on Customer Experience with BAE Systems’ IntelliCabin In-Flight Entertainment

With its state-of-the-art wireless technology and unique user interface, BAE Systems’ fully integrated in-flight entertainment system will provide Vistara’s passengers with entertainment options beyond those currently available aboard commercial flights. (Graphic: Vistara)

ENDICOTT, N.Y.--()--Vistara has selected BAE Systems’ IntelliCabin in-flight entertainment (IFE) system, which provides in-flight wireless streaming of preloaded content to customers’ personal electronic devices across all three cabin classes in its fleet of A320 aircraft. The system also includes fully integrated Samsung Galaxy Tab S tablets for business class customers. With its state-of-the-art wireless technology and unique user interface, the fully integrated IFE system provides travelers with entertainment options beyond those currently available aboard commercial flights.

The entire fleet of Vistara will incorporate the IFE system, expected to go live in another six months. In the interim, BAE Systems is providing Vistara’s business class customers with customized Samsung Galaxy tablets with specially selected preloaded content. This interim solution will be available to Vistara’s business class customers on flights of more than two hours duration beginning in May 2015.

“We are extremely happy to be launching the pioneering technology of in-flight wireless streaming in India. The first of its kind IFE solution is the outcome of much deliberation and we sought to ensure that it was innovative, ground-breaking, and novel for our customers,” said Prasad Menon, Chairman of Vistara. “BAE Systems’ IntelliCabin IFE system offers the latest technological innovations, which includes the potential for live TV and full WiFi on board.”

“BAE Systems’ unique and state-of-the-art Samsung tablet solution can be customized to meet the customer demands of an exceptional and enriched IFE experience,” said Phee Teik Yeoh, chief executive officer at Vistara. “The company’s IFE system is completely aligned with Vistara’s futuristic vision, underscoring our commitment to delight customers with intuitive thoughtfulness.”

Global technology leaders BAE Systems and Samsung have partnered to deliver the state-of-the-art IFE system, which can be experienced in business class using customized Samsung Galaxy tablets and on customers’ personal electronic devices across all cabins. It delivers movies, TV shows, magazines, and games through a rich and responsive user interface.

“Vistara’s selection of our IntelliCabin IFE supports the airline’s vision of providing an enhanced travel experience for its customers,” said Dr. Ehtisham Siddiqui, vice president and general manager of Commercial Aircraft Solutions at BAE Systems. “We are confident that Vistara’s customers will enjoy our next-generation IFE system — specifically, its unparalleled user interface.”

The tablet-driven IFE system is one component of BAE Systems’ IntelliCabin suite of products, which provides an integrated, scalable approach to aircraft cabin management through in-seat power, dynamic LED lighting, and a cabin crew interface.

About BAE Systems, Inc.

At BAE Systems, Inc., we design and deliver advanced defense, aerospace, and security solutions that keep our customers at the forefront of modern technology. Our pride and dedication show in everything we do, from innovative electronic systems to intelligence analysis and cyber operations, from combat vehicles and weapons to the maintenance and modernization of ships, aircraft and critical infrastructure.

BAE Systems is a leader in high-integrity flight and engine controls, and cabin and flight-deck systems. Every second, a flight takes off enabled by the company’s flight critical systems. Today, more than 1,200 Boeing 777s and 300 737s with Boeing Sky Interior fly with BAE Systems’ cabin systems. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc. With its Indian business headquartered in New Delhi, BAE Systems has a longstanding presence in India, where it partners with local industry through the sharing of technology and capability towards India’s vision of a self-sufficient aerospace and defence industry. For more information visit www.baesystems.com and follow @BAESystemsInc on Twitter.

About Vistara (TATA SIA Airlines Limited)

TATA SIA Airlines Limited, known by the brand name Vistara, is a joint venture between Tata Sons Limited and Singapore Airlines Limited (SIA) with Tata Sons holding the majority stake of 51% in the company and SIA holding the remaining 49%. Vistara brings together Tata’s and SIA’s legendary hospitality and renowned service excellence to launch the finest full service carrier in India aimed at creating memorable and personalised flying experiences for its customers. Vistara commenced its commercial operations on January 9, 2015 with an aim to set new standards in the aviation industry in India. For additional information, visit www.airvistara.com.

Contacts

BAE Systems
Shelby Cohen
Mobile: +1 607-658-6687
Email: shelby.cohen@baesystems.com
or
Vistara – Tata SIA Airlines Limited
Rashmi Soni
Head – Corporate Communications
Email: rashmi.soni@airvistara.com
or
IPAN Hill+Knowlton
Gunjan Batra
Mobile: +91 9871285557
Email: gunjan.batra@hkstrategies.com

Release Summary

Vistara selected BAE Systems’ IntelliCabin™ in-flight entertainment system to provide in-flight wireless streaming of preloaded content to customers’ personal electronic devices on its A320 fleet.

Contacts

BAE Systems
Shelby Cohen
Mobile: +1 607-658-6687
Email: shelby.cohen@baesystems.com
or
Vistara – Tata SIA Airlines Limited
Rashmi Soni
Head – Corporate Communications
Email: rashmi.soni@airvistara.com
or
IPAN Hill+Knowlton
Gunjan Batra
Mobile: +91 9871285557
Email: gunjan.batra@hkstrategies.com