Continues Multi-Year Collaboration On Airline’s In-Flight Connectivity, Entertainment

Viasat, a global communications provider, announced at the Dubai Airshow 2025 that Etihad Airways will deploy Viasat’s Amara next-generation connectivity solution across its entire fleet to reinforce its commitment to delivering world-class guest experiences. The expanded agreement builds on a multi-year collaboration between the two companies.

The installations will encompass both widebody and narrowbody aircraft, including Etihad’s recently introduced Airbus A321LR fleet. On board the aircraft, the Viasat Amara will power high-speed connectivity for guests to access streaming subscriptions on their personal devices as well as live TV on the seatback screens. Those will provide a variety of news, sports, browsing, social media, shopping, and so on.

The Amara solution enables fast, consistent connectivity through Viasat’s global Ka-band satellites, partner satellites, and the soon-to-come LEO – low Earth orbit – partner satellites.

Etihad’s new A321LR fleet began service in August 2025, and their new A350 fleet from April 2025, have the Viasat Amara system factory installed. They join the airline’s fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners which entered service in 2023 and are also factory-equipped with Viasat equipment.

Meherwan Polad, Chief Commercial Officer for Viasat Aviation said, “Airlines today have a choice: they can opt for a simple connection, or they can invest in a platform that allows for scalability and brand ownership. We're thrilled that Etihad will benefit from the long-term value of our innovation pipeline, which will bring exceptional inflight Wi-Fi experiences to its guests through multi-orbit capabilities and next-generation hardware for years to come. We look forward to continuing to support Etihad as they continue to turn their ambitious vision for the inflight experience into a reality.”

Arik De, Chief Revenue and Commercial Officer for Etihad said, "Our guests expect the same seamless digital experience in the air as they enjoy on the ground. With Viasat's advanced connectivity across our fleet, travellers can stream their favourite shows, play games, take video calls, catch live sports, stay connected with loved ones, or simply browse and shop at high speed. This partnership also ensures Etihad has access to Viasat's latest technology as it evolves, keeping us at the forefront of in-flight connectivity. It's about giving our guests the freedom to enjoy their flight time exactly as they choose."

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