In-flight Entertainment: Your Most Loved Companion on Board

Once you put on the seatbelts and the flight takes off, a little window opens as a respite from the usual boredom and takes you to a world full of entertainment. This entertainment adds to the ultimate cabin experience, giving you all the feels and comfort of a home.

The term “In-flight entertainment” implies the availability of entertainment and certain value-added services to the passengers during any flight. Some of these entertainment forms include TV shows, movies, games, music, browsing, and even in-flight Wi-fi connectivity for some airlines. But, often operated as per the content service providers, the inflight entertainment type varies from airline to airline.

Airlines with In-flight Entertainment (IFE)

Every aircraft is now incorporating more and more in-flight entertainment options on the seatback displays, and on the passenger’s personal device (phone/laptop/tablet). However, it all started with the movies being telecast on a single large screen around the 1920s.

Thereafter, the advancements in technology led to the prevalence of the personal In-flight Entertainment displays in the 1990s. This became essential when the demand for IFE became a dominating factor in laying out the design of a cabin space.

That being said, it’s important to understand that a passenger needs to indulge in some constant engagements to feel productive even during the journey. Otherwise, the passenger might fall prey to any kind of physical/mental stress that resulted from, maybe, a disturbing aura in the cabin, especially traveling long distances without any halts.

So, without any further delays, let’s talk about the airlines that offer such sources of relaxation during the flight.

United Airlines

The airline provides updated entertainment on a monthly basis. You can just sit and relax in your seat while watching movies/ shows on the screen right on the seat in front of you. And, you may also utilize the in-flight Wi-Fi, if available, on your boarded flight from your device to watch something over the internet. Lastly, you may enjoy yourself with some binge munches and 100 Live TV channels via DIRECTV.

Additionally, the united airline is working too hard to offer an improved and new in-flight entertainment experience. They have even launched a Spanish channel, ViX, for those who’d love to watch varied content on a long-duration flight. So, you can watch something, put content on display for your kid’s entertainment, work, or relax. Then, on the basis of your choice, you will get a personalized yet carefully crafted content list.

Alaska Airlines

Enjoy the comfort of watching movies and TV shows from an 800+ collection while you munch on your favourite tub of popcorn. You are free to select any of the series from the airline’s grand library. Also, the airline supports entertainment on your personal device by allowing you to connect with the in-flight Wi-fi service. The Airline partners with HGTV, American Indian Film Institute, and others for non-stop in-flight entertainment.

Delta Air Lines

Delta Air Lines‘ onboard entertainment system is formally known as the Delta Studio. And, it’s expected to offer around 1000 or more quality hours of free enjoyment with an additional perk, i.e., complimentary for all earbuds. Within this time frame, feel free to access entertainment ranging from an updated list of Hollywood films, TV shows, podcasts, and whatnot. From a vast collection, pick anything and de-clutter your mind from the usual chaos in life, at least for the time when you are traveling.

The Delta Studio even included Spotify-made playlists to give you a better and improved music experience.

Southwest Airlines

Say no to boredom by flying now with Southwest Airlines, which comes with a superb Onboard In-flight entertainment deal. With Southwest, there is no downloading or sign-up required for accessing an unlimited number of TV series and movies, be it for kids or families traveling together. Besides, there is a Live TV that runs shows partnered with the CBS channel, the ABC, and others, to name a few. However, it is available only on selected flights and may not be available on personal devices connected with Onboard Wifi on these selected flights.

Hawaiian Airlines

The A321neo aircraft now allows you to experience in-flight entertainment, offered by Hawaiian Airlines, even from your device. Snuggle up to your seat and stream from an array of new movies, shows, and kid-related stuff. Not only this, the Hawaiian airline features a short health and wellness video in three parts by the name Ola Pono, which is an added advantage for health-conscious people on board. After all, who doesn’t like some piece of enlightenment during a long-haul flight?

Additionally, you are also provided with the famous Hana Hou! Magazine, which keeps you up-to-date with the ongoing trends and cultures followed by the island nation.

Looking for Unlimited Fun on your Flight?

The above-mentioned airlines have set a benchmark, unleashing some extraordinary in-flight entertainment options. So, the next time you plan to cover long distances via air travel and fear monotony during the flight, you may consider traveling with any one of these airlines for non-stop entertainment that would certainly keep you engaged, even if not busy.

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