HAMBURG- Air India (AI), the Tata Group-owned FSC, has signed an agreement with Panasonic Avionics Corporation to equip 34 new widebody aircraft with Astrova, its advanced in-flight entertainment (IFE) system.
The upgraded aircraft, including Airbus A350-900, A350-1000, and Boeing 787-9 models, will enhance passenger experience on both domestic and international routes departing from major hubs like Delhi (DEL) and Mumbai (BOM).
Photo: Panasonic Avionics CorporationAir India Panasonic IFE
Panasonic Avionics will also provide long-term support through Panasonic Technical Services, ensuring peak performance of the new IFEC systems throughout Air India’s global network.
This strategic partnership underscores Air India’s commitment to premium service enhancements as it continues to modernize its fleet and customer offerings.
Air India is set to revolutionize passenger comfort by integrating Panasonic Avionics’ Astrova across its new widebody fleet.
Photo: Panasonic Avionics CorporationThe system will be installed on 6 Airbus A350-1000s, 14 A350-900s, and 14 Boeing 787-9s, ensuring a seamless and immersive travel experience.
Astrova boasts 4K OLED HDR10+ displays, delivering superior color accuracy and infinite contrast ratios.
Passengers will enjoy Spatial Audio, compatible with both wired and wireless headphones via Bluetooth®, alongside 67W USB-C charging ports for uninterrupted device power.
The IFE system also includes adaptive LED cabin lighting, designed to enhance ambiance and reduce fatigue during long-haul flights.
Photo: Panasonic Avionics CorporationPanasonic Technical Services (PTS) will provide maintenance support, ensuring optimal performance across Air India’s fleet.
To ensure continuous performance and reliability of the IFE systems, Air India has appointed Panasonic Technical Services (PTS) to maintain the onboard equipment.
PTS will support the airline’s expanding fleet of IFE-equipped aircraft, enabling consistent delivery of superior digital services throughout their lifecycle.
According to Nipun Aggarwal, Chief Commercial Officer of Air India, the collaboration with Panasonic Avionics represents a commitment to improving passenger experience and driving innovation in inflight offerings.
The partnership is part of a broader push by the airline to elevate service standards in line with global benchmarks.
Panasonic Avionics’ VP of Global Sales, Hernan Abbes, emphasized that Astrova’s modular and scalable design allows Air India to customize digital services, reduce operating costs, and create an adaptive platform for future innovations.
Photo: Panasonic Avionics CorporationAir India Strategy
The introduction of Astrova aligns with Air India’s ambitious fleet renewal and service enhancement strategy under its ongoing transformation plan.
The airline aims to modernize its cabins and onboard services as it integrates newly acquired aircraft and strengthens its global presence.
This initiative reflects Air India’s renewed focus on passenger-centric solutions and state-of-the-art technologies.
As the airline upgrades its long-haul fleet with Astrova and other digital systems, it positions itself to compete effectively with top-tier global carriers while ensuring consistent comfort and connectivity across its network.
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