Live content provider DirecTV has launched an IPTV service for business aviation in
collaboration with connectivity provider Satcom Direct (SD).

This media streaming technology offers business aviation customers access to live TV
programming, but unlike previous systems, this solution is hardware-free, allowing passengers to access media directly through the plane’s Wi-Fi network.

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Kimberly de Flesco, Head of Aviation Strategy for DirecTV Inflight said: “Our new IPTV
service reimagines what’s previously been possible for in-flight entertainment in private aviation,
and we are thrilled to embark on this journey with Satcom Direct and bring our comprehensive suite of live TV programming to a new group of viewers.”

The IPTV service is compatible with both GEO and LEO constellations. The new service can also be customised to include business resources such as training videos, educational content, and industry conferences.

“This service adds significant value for our customers without needing to equip the aircraft with additional hardware,” said  Michael Skou Christensen, Chief Commercial Officer at Satcom Direct. We’re proud to collaborate with DirecTV as a distributor for this service.”